On June 6, 2025 (Friday), the rising artist Toni Duerme released her new single “Seryoso”, deeply resonating with viewers and listeners due to its heartfelt portrayal of the pain after one suddenly changed after all the excessive affection given, leaving confusion.
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DND’s STAND AGAINST CHINA BACKED BY CHAIRMAN EMERITUS DR.JOSE ANTONIO GOITIA’S GROUP
Chairman Emeritus Dr. Jose Antonio Goitia along with his three groups of Filipino patriots declared strong support for Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro’s dismissal of questions posed by two high-ranking Chinese military officials that could be considered a form of bullying during the annual security forum held at the Shangri-La hotel in Singapore.
AboitizPower to expand A.I. use in Luzon, Visayas thermal assets
MANILA, Philippines – The Transition Business Group (TBG) of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) announced a strategic initiative to expand the application of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and data analytics to its coal-fired power plants in Luzon and Visayas.
Pag-IBIG Fund Continues to Grow Members’ Savings as Investment Income Climbs 50%
Pag-IBIG Fund recorded a 50% increase in investment income in the first four months of 2025, reflecting its prudent financial stewardship and growing capacity to support members’ savings and housing needs.
SkinStation Wins Gold Award for Profhilo Excellence at Neoasia Gala 2025
BGC, Taguig — SkinStation proudly received the prestigious Gold Award for outstanding performance in delivering Profhilo skin booster treatments during the Neoasia Gala Awards held at Shangri-La The Fort, BGC.
Pag-IBIG Fund Assets Reach ₱1.1 Trillion as of Q1 2025
Pag-IBIG Fund’s total assets surged past the ₱1.1 trillion mark as of March 31, 2025, underscoring its continued financial strength and reaffirming its position among the country’s leading government financial institutions. From ₱1.069 trillion at the end of 2024, total assets grew by ₱34.37 billion in just the first quarter of the year—driven by the sustained expansion of its loan portfolio, prudent investments, and robust member savings.
Therma South releases sea turtle hatchlings, highlights conservation efforts
Davao City, May 2025 — Therma South, Inc. (TSI), an Aboitiz Power Corporation subsidiary, recently released 67 hatchlings from the first of five sea turtle (pawikan) nests found along the shoreline of the power plant in Binugao, Toril, Davao City. TSI team members, local barangay officials, and experts from Ridge to Reef Environmental Consultancy participated in the conservation event. Ridge to Reef also conducted a Marine Turtle Management Training for security personnel of TSI.
Petron Introduces Super Coolant for Smarter Engine Protection in Tropical Conditions
Petron Corporation, the country’s leading oil refining and marketing company, has officially launched PETRON SUPER COOLANT, a high-performance ready-to-use engine coolant developed specifically for the demanding conditions of Philippine roads. With advanced heat protection, anti-rust technology, and deposit-prevention features, Petron Super Coolant delivers superior engine care for both cars and motorcycles.
BOC- Port of Clark naharang ang pagpasok sa bansa ng ₱7.56M halaga na Shabu na itinago sa mga household items
Muling pinatunayan ng Bureau of Customs (BOC) sa Port of Clark, sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni District Collector Jairus Reyes ang kanilang dedikasyon sa pangganap ng kanilang tungkilin, matapos mapigilan ang tangkang pagpupuslit ng ipinagbabawal na droga papasok sa bansa.
HOTEL SOGO CELEBRATES MOTHER’S DAY WITH NATIONWIDE GIVEAWAY OF HIKARI SKIN ESSENTIALS PRODUCTS
Hotel Sogo is making the month of May extra special for moms and guests nationwide with an ongoing giveaway of Hikari Ultra White Kojic Skin Lightening Soap in celebration of Mother’s Day.
Pag-IBIG Fund Home Loan Releases Reach P30B in Q1 2025
Pag-IBIG Fund released P30.22 billion in home loans from January to March 2025, an 8 percent increase—or more than P2 billion higher—than the P28.09 billion disbursed during the same period in 2024, officials announced Wednesday, May 21.
Paolo Sandejas reimagines “Roses” with Clara Benin in dreamy, folk-pop collab
Filipino singer-songwriter Paolo Sandejas has tapped indie-folk favorite Clara Benin for the new version of “Roses,” a standout track from his recently released debut album, the world is so small.
PTFOMS Welcomes Philippines’ Highest Ranking in 21 Years on World Press Freedom Index
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) is pleased to announce that the Philippines has achieved its highest ranking in 21 years on the World Press Freedom Index, as released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The country now stands at 116th place out of 180 countries and territories, a notable rise from 134th in 2024, signaling significant enhancements in press freedom.
DAR, PNPA Pinagtibay Muli ang Ugnayan Para Labanan ang Gutom at Kahirapan
Muling pinalakas ng Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) at Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) ang kanilang ugnayan, matapos lagdaan ng huli at dalawang Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBO) mula Cavite—ang Tres Cruces Farmers Association, Inc. at Daine 1 and 2 Farmers Association, Inc. ang kasunduan noong Abril 21, 2025.
Gatchalian hinimok ang DOE, ERC na siguruhing may kuryente sa araw ng eleksyon
Hinimok ni Senador Win Gatchalian ang Department of Energy (DOE) at Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) na tiyaking walang patid ang suplay ng kuryente sa buong bansa sa Mayo 12, kasabay ng babala na anumang pagkaantala ng kuryente ay maaaring makompromiso ang integridad ng halalan.
PAGBABA NG INTEREST RATE SA SSS CALAMITY LOANS IPINAGUTOS NI PBBM
IPINAGUTOS ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ang pagbawas o pagbaba ng interest rates sa calamity loan ng Social Security System o SSS upang ibsan ang financial burden at mabawasan ang kahirapan ng mga Filipino.
Bajaj Maxima Z: I-Level Up ang Summer BarkadAdventure!
Whether it’s a last-minute ayaan to the beach or a spontaneous “tara” na nauwi sa road trip, Bajaj Maxima Z ang go-to ride ng bawat tropang laging game sa adventure. Tara na’t alamin kung paano nag-enjoy ang barkada ni Mac Creus ngayong summer at bakit Bajaj Maxima Z ang bida sa bawat BarkadAdventure.
Pag-IBIG Fund, NHA, SHFC Partner to Build Nearly 8,000 Homes Under 4PH Program
The Pag-IBIG Fund, National Housing Authority (NHA) and the Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) signed an agreement on Labor Day to construct almost 8,000 housing units in major cities as part of the government’s flagship Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino or 4PH Program.
Pag-IBIG Raises Cash Loan Entitlement, Eases Access for Members
Pag-IBIG Fund has upgraded its popular Multi-Purpose Loan (MPL), enabling members to borrow more, qualify sooner, and enjoy increased flexibility, affirming its dedication to supporting the financial needs of Filipino workers.
𝟖𝟗-𝐀𝐍𝐘𝐎𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐆, 𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐁𝐎
BINARIL at napaslang ang chairman emeritus ng Publishers Association of the Philippines Inc. (PAPI) na si Juan Dayang, 89 anyos, sa kanyang tahanan sa Casa Dayang, Villa Salvacion, Kalibo, Aklan, dakong 8:00 pm kagabi, Martes, 29 Abril.
Pag-IBIG Home Equity Appreciation Loan: Dagdag Pondo para sa Housing Loan Borrowers
Mas pinadali at lalong mas abot-kaya ang pag-avail ng dagdag na pondo para sa mga miyembro ng Pag-IBIG na may housing loan, sa tulong ng Home Equity Appreciation Loan o Pag-IBIG HEAL.
Landers Opens First-Ever Store in Cavite with Grand Launch at Vermosa on April 23
Premium membership shopping has finally arrived in Cavite!
Landers Superstore, the fastest growing membership store in the country, proudly marks another milestone with the grand opening of Landers Vermosa – its first-ever store in the province and its 15th store nationwide.
Re-election bid ni Mayor Honey inendorso ng CTAP
INENDORSO ng Confederation of Truckers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (CTAP) na binubuo ng libo-libong truck owners, operators at workers na naka-base sa Maynila, ang kandidatura ni re-electionist Mayor Honey Lacuna, at sinabi na tanging ang kanyang administrasyon lang ang nakalutas ng matitindi nilang suliranin at iba’t-ibang uri ng panggigipit na kanilang naranasan noong panahon ng dating alkalde ng Maynila, lalo na ang mga extortion activities.
Hidden Gem for Two: Why Sogo Food Restaurant is a Surprisingly Perfect Date Spot
When it comes to date night, it’s easy to default to the usual spots. But sometimes, the most memorable moments happen in the places you least expect. Inside the walls of Hotel Sogo long known for comfort and convenience is an unexpected culinary find: the Sogo Food Restaurant.
MARAWI DIGITAL LEARNING PROGRAM
ISANG magandang pagkakataon ang nakatakdang maganap sa Marawi at ito ay sa pamamagitan ng digital learning program.
From endings to beginnings: SB19 concludes EP trilogy with Simula at Wakas
Celebrating a journey marked by shared experience, invaluable wisdom, and artistic growth, SB19 returns with the release of their third EP, Simula at Wakas—out on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Entertainment. Their highly anticipated body of work captures the band’s evolution as artists and individuals, honoring the past while stepping boldly into the future.
Pag-IBIG Fund offers cash prizes to MPL borrowers, company representatives in new promos for 2025
Pag-IBIG Fund has launched two new raffle promos aimed at increasing members’ awareness of the benefits and favorable terms of the Pag-IBIG Multi-Purpose Loan (Pag-IBIG MPL), while encouraging greater employer engagement — further strengthening its efforts to provide timely financial support to members nationwide.
Bagong Bahay—Bagong Buhay Para sa mga Pamilyang Pilipino
Nagpahayag ng kumpiyansa si Kalihim Jose Rizalino L. Acuzar ng Department of Housing and Urban Development (DHSUD) na ang administrasyon ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. ay mabilis na makapaghahatid ng dagdag-pabahay sa estilong condominium na may mga makabagong pasilidad. Parehong nagbigay ng direktiba sina Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. at Secretary Acuzar para sa mabilis na pagpapatupad ng mga proyektong pabahay sa buong bansa.
4PH Government Flagship Program Takes a Leap Towards Housing and Urban Development
Launched in September 2022 under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program has made substantial headway. Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), which oversees the implementation of this program, recently expressed confidence that 4PH will be able to significantly narrow down the big housing backlog in the country.
THE HEAT IS ON
Just as I arrived from a five-day humanitarian mission cum vacation in Basilan and Zamboanga, I decided to travel straight to Marikina to spend the remaining days of the Holy Week with family and relatives. The sudden shift in climate hit me hard—quite literally.
