Property Company of Friends, Inc. (Profriends) is strengthening its vision for community-centered living in Iloilo through Parc Regency Residences, a 64.97-hectare master-planned estate in Barangay Ungka II, Pavia. Built on the Ilonggo values of connection and shared growth, the development promotes the idea of transforming kapitbahay (neighbors) into kapitbuhay (partners in life).
The Department of Agriculture, through the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA), has joined forces with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to fast-track the rehabilitation of Bicol’s abaca industry after Super Typhoon Uwan left the region’s signature crop in ruins.
Tanduay, the world’s top-selling rum brand, has officially introduced Andrea Brillantes as its 2026 Tanduay Calendar Girl during a star-studded event at The Elements in Eton Centris. The reveal marks a new chapter for the long-running calendar tradition—one that now puts authenticity and empowerment at the forefront.
Negros Electric and Power Corp. is close to fully restoring electricity across Central Negros after Typhoons Tino and Uwan, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). As of 6 p.m. on November 17, 2025, power has been restored to more than 92 percent of the 244,915 affected customers.