Digital responsibility: The new frontier of Filipino freedom
The internet has become an essential part of daily life for Filipinos, shaping how people connect, learn, earn, and engage with society. But greater digital reliance also brings growing risks: misinformation, scams, identity theft, and fraud that put all users, especially the most vulnerable, in danger. On Independence Day, the meaning of freedom is being redefined for the connected era — it is no longer just about access, but about having the confidence to go online without fear of harm or exploitation.
Chinabank wins global award for innovative tax solution
China Banking Corp. announced Thursday it has received the Excellence in Innovation in the Philippines 2026 award from Global Banking and Finance Review, recognizing its Easy Tax Filing and Payment Solution.
McDonald’s Philippines rolls out 10,000 meals for earthquake-hit Southern Mindanao
McDonald’s Philippines has activated its Kindness Kitchen program to provide no less than 10,000 hot meals to communities severely affected by the recent earthquake in Southern Mindanao. Working hand-in-hand with local government units, the company aims to deliver nourishing food to families in impacted areas as part of its immediate relief efforts.
Concrete jungle gets a bamboo reality check
Bamboo has long enjoyed a near-mythical reputation in construction circles.
Cement industry charts lower carbon path
The Philippine cement industry is laying the foundation for a greener future, betting that lower emissions and industrial growth do not have to be poured from separate molds.
