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MANILA, Philippines – Get ready for chills, thrills and screams under the stars! The city’s spookiest movie night is rolling out at Capitol Commons as Openair Cinema One celebrates Halloween outdoors for the first time. Now in its third year, the much-loved screening event swaps its usual holiday theme for a night of costumes, treats, and back-to-back films under the October sky. For those eager to get into the Halloween spirit early, Capitol Commons and Cinema One have just the thing on Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 4:00 PM with an afternoon of games, music, and family-friendly fun, followed by an evening of movies under the stars.

The afternoon begins with trick-or-treating, a lively Halloween bazaar, and a costume fashion show where pets and their humans show off their looks. Watch them strut matching ghost blankets, witch hats and vampire capes, and you decide who wore it best. As the sun sets, the stage comes alive with performances from Jeremy G, the OPM act whose soulful voice and boy-next-door charm have made him a fan favorite since his The Voice Teens run, together with Sugarcane, a six-piece folk pop band from Manila with hits like ‘Leonora’ and ‘Paruparo,’ which have been streamed millions of times across various music platforms. who will add to the festive mood. Hosting the program is Aiyana Perlas, a familiar Kapamilya face known for her natural energy and easy rapport with live audiences.

When night falls, the lawn becomes an open-air cinema. Families can settle comfortably and sing their hearts out with the Madrigals as they watch Encanto, followed by frosty ghosts to bring the mischievous fun and scares in Ghostbusters: The Frozen Empire — all on the big screen! Blankets, snacks, and costumes are welcome, and the entire space is designed for people to gather with loved ones, take photos, and soak in the Halloween vibe.

This special edition of Openair Cinema One adds a playful twist to Capitol Commons’ reputation as a lifestyle destination. With about 1,500 guests expected, it promises to be more than just a seasonal gathering. It is a chance to spend time outdoors, enjoy music and film in the cool October air, and create memories that last well beyond Halloween.

Cinema One and Capitol Commons present Openair Cinema One: An Eerie-sistible Halloween Movie Night on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Gates open at 4:00 PM. Costumes are encouraged — the atmosphere will be festive, and everyone is invited to mark the date for an early Halloween treat that brings friends, families, and pets together under the stars.

October 23, 2025 0 comment
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Dinadayo ngayon sa Xinglong, China ang Bali Village bilang natatanging atraksyong kultural na naglalarawan ng buhay ng mga Chinese migrants na bumalik mula sa Timog-Silangang Asya.

Sa makukulay na tanawin, kakaibang kaugalian, at masasarap na pagkain na may halong Southeast Asian charm, ipinapakita rito ang buhay ng mga overseas Chinese matapos silang bumalik sa Tsina. Sa bawat tanawin at karanasan, makikita kung paano nila pinanatili ang mga tradisyon at alaala mula sa kanilang pamumuhay sa ibang bansa.

Hindi lang ito basta pasyalan. Isa itong makabuluhang lugar na nagsasalaysay ng mayamang kasaysayan at pamana ng mga Chinese na dating nanirahan sa Southeast Asia. Sa ganitong paraan, patuloy nitong pinagbubuklod ang kultura ng Silangan at Timog-Silangang Asya, at ipinapakita ang kahalagahan ng pagkakaunawaan at pagkakaibigan ng dalawang rehiyon.

August 22, 2025 0 comment
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Inilunsad kamakailan sa lungsod ng Sanya, Hainan, China ang isang makabagong pasilidad na nakatuon sa pananaliksik at pangangalaga ng coral reef. Pinangungunahan ito ng Sanya Coral Reef Research Institute, na layuning paigtingin ang siyentipikong pag-aaral, internasyonal na kooperasyon, at rehabilitasyon ng yamang-dagat sa rehiyon.

Ang bagong sentro ay binubuo ng tatlong pangunahing yunit:

• Coral Reef Germplasm Laboratory, para sa pagpapanatili at pagpaparami ng mga coral species;

• Marine Eco-Environmental Stressors Laboratory, na tututok sa pag-aaral ng mga salik na nakaaapekto sa kalusugan ng karagatan;

• at Marine Environmental Monitoring Station, para sa tuloy-tuloy na pagbabantay sa kondisyon ng kapaligiran sa dagat.

Ayon sa pamunuan ng institusyon, layunin ng proyekto na suportahan ang pangmatagalang kaunlaran ng mga baybaying komunidad at palakasin ang kapasidad ng bansa sa konserbasyon ng marine biodiversity.

Itinuturing itong mahalagang hakbang sa mas malawak na layunin ng China na mapangalagaan ang mga likas na yaman nito, sa gitna ng lumalalang banta ng climate change at polusyon sa karagatan.

August 20, 2025 0 comment
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Matagumpay na naipakilala ng Hainan Waterlily Germplasm Repository sa China ang 345 uri ng waterlily mula sa limang pangunahing subgenera, kabilang ang halos lahat ng kilalang variety sa buong mundo.

Kumikita ang mga magsasaka ng hanggang 3,000 RMB o humigit kumulang 24,000 pesos kada araw mula sa apat na hektaryang taniman ng waterlily. Ginagawa nilang tsaa at halamang gamot ang waterlily, na ginagamit laban sa lagnat, sipon, at ubo.

Bukod dito, nakakagawa rin sila ng mga lotion at beauty products. Tinutulungan ng mga unibersidad sa Hainan ang mga lokal na magsasaka sa pag-develop ng mga produktong ito para mapalawak pa ang industriya.

August 19, 2025 0 comment
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Pormal nang binuksan ang “China Walk: Vibrant Hainan” Joint Media Tour at “ASEAN Partners” Media Workshop sa isang seremonyang pinangunahan ni Mr. Wang Bin, miyembro ng Standing Committee ng Hainan Provincial Party Committee at Minister ng Publicity Department.

Nagpahayag ng pasasalamat si Mr. Wang sa China Media Group (CMG) sa matagumpay na pag-oorganisa ng event, at sa mga media outlets mula sa ASEAN sa patuloy na suporta para sa Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP).

Dagdag pa niya, layunin ng programa na itampok ang mabilis na pag-unlad ng ekonomiya, mayamang kultura, at lumalagong industriya ng turismo sa Hainan.

August 19, 2025 0 comment
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PLAYTIME

PlayTime, the fastest-growing online gaming platform in the country, has started to establish its presence in the automotive world with its partnership with Bumper-to-Bumper Car Shows, the longest-running outdoor car show and lifestyle event in Asia. 2024 marks the 20 th milestone year ofPLAY TIME 2 Bumper to Bumper.

In a signing ceremony, PlayTime cements its commitment as a partner in all of Bumper to Bumper’s Road Tour destination activities starting November of 2024. In addition, the “Mega Meet” Series will be re-introduced in 2025, and PlayTime will also be part of the exclusive line-up of partners elevating the event’s experience.

Through this collaboration, PlayTime and Bumper to Bumper are set to bring a unique fusion of automotive culture and entertainment,” says PlayTime Senior PR Manager Jay Sabale. PlayTime hopes to be able to invite enthusiasts to dive into the thrill of cars and gaming under one roof, pushing the boundaries of entertainment, bringing fans closer to their passions in an unforgettable, dynamic setting.

December 16, 2024 0 comment
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SAN RAFAEL, Bulacan — The Royal Northwoods Golf Club, Inc. (RNGCI) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2nd RNGCI Member–Guest Golf Tournament, the Royal Tee Invitational Golf Tournament, scheduled for November 16-17, 2024 (Saturday and Sunday). Tee time is set for 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start, promising an exciting weekend for golf enthusiasts.

Registration begins at 5:30 a.m. where participants can collect their passport, raffle stub, and an Empire Voucher worth P4,000.00 as a giveaway.

The two-day event will follow a 2-Man Team format, with an aggregate scoring method on Day 1 and Four Ball (Best Ball) on Day 2. Each team will have one golf cart, which will be billed to players’ accounts. Additionally, a mandatory mulligan fee of P200.00 per player, per day, applies to both the front and back nine holes (excluding the green).

Before tee-off, players are encouraged to gather at the Garden Area near the starter for a group photo, and teams can also pose at a designated photo background area. Teams with standout uniforms have the chance to win the “Well Dressed Team” award.

Following the final round on November 17, an awarding ceremony and lunch buffet will be held at the Royal Northwoods Function Hall, with exciting raffle prizes for participants.

November 14, 2024 0 comment
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The 14th Philippine SME Business Expo (PHILSME) is set to take place from May 10 to 11 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, continuing its legacy of empowering small and medium enterprises in the Philippines.

With over 120 sponsors and exhibitors, the expo and networking event will present 180 business solutions and opportunities. It will also feature 30 keynotes and presentations delivered by esteemed industry experts and leaders.

Doors will be open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, welcoming all entrepreneurs, business owners, and C-level executives seeking products to grow and scale their businesses. The opening ceremony will be held at 9:00 am on May 10 and visitors can now register for the two-day event online, free of charge.

Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to connect with exhibiting companies from industries such as finance, banking, advertising, healthcare, HR & recruitment, IT, payroll solutions, logistics, co-working spaces, franchising, telecommunications, AI solutions, Tourism, Business outsourcing solutions, Web Design services, and many more.

This 2024 edition’s co-presenters and Diamond sponsors are Esquire Financing Inc. and Innity Philippines while the Platinum sponsors include Odoo, AutoCount, InsureTayo, Toyota Financial Services Philippines Corporation, and PLDT Enterprise. Gold sponsors include Maybank, GCash, Bossjob, Radius Telecoms Inc., Benchmark Email, Green Tape, and Finest Media PH, and the Silver sponsors are Security Bank, Canva, Zoho Corporation, IWG, Maxilife, Acer Philippines, Sprout Solutions, and Evident Integrated Marketing.

The 14th PHILSME Business Expo organized by Mediacom Solutions Inc. is the Philippines’ biggest business-to-business trade show empowering thousands of SME Business Owners, Start-Ups, and Entrepreneurs across the country.

PHILSME is the legacy of the Philippine SME Business Expo and Network founder and then SME Business Growth-Enabler, David Abrenilla.

Quoting Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla, the current Managing Director of PHILSME, she says: “We were told that people see us as a cross-pollinator of business opportunities and we take that as an honor and a big responsibility. We continue what David started and we are here to stay as we help boost your business.”

Register Now to Attend for FREE at https://www.philsme.com/visit-us/

May 6, 2024 0 comment
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22 April 2024 | To gather feedback from UN member countries and concerned stakeholders, the UNPFII convened a meeting on the human rights dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples; annual review of progress on the implementation of general recommendation No. 39 (2022).

In the interactive dialogue, the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples, represented by Commissioner Atty. Pinky Grace Pareja, shared the Philippine legislations and programs that uphold and protect the rights of Indigenous women and girls and the adherence of the Philippine government to the general recommendation no. 39 (2022).

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In her statement, Commissioner Pareja recognized the historical significance of the general recommendation to achieving inclusivity and equality for indigenous women and girls. Also, she expressed the Philippine government’s receptiveness to the observations, recommendations, and support of the Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

On the specific legislations fostering inclusivity and equality for indigenous women and girls, Commissioner Pareja cited the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997 as the vital legislation that promulgates indigenous women and girls’ basic human rights and freedoms. Additionally, she emphasized Republic Act 9710, or the Philippines’ Magna Carta of Women, for it recognizes the marginalization of indigenous women and girls and the need to prioritize the improvement of their access to basic social and economic services.

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Moreover, supplemental to the Philippines’ commitment in recognizing and promoting indigenous women and girls, Commissioner Pareja provided a brief discussion about the Philippine government’s gender equality and women’s empowerment plan for 2019-2025, highlighting the enhancement of the recognition of IP women’s ownership and access to land and resources as its key strategy.

To end her statement, Commissioner Pareja assured the international community that the Philippine government aims to employ inclusivity in its programs, taking into consideration the importance of active engagement and consultation with indigenous peoples, particularly indigenous women and girls.

Accompanying Commissioner Pareja during the interactive dialogue is NCIP Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las together with Commissioner Atty. Rhodex P. Valenciano, Commissioner Jeorge M. Largado, and Commissioner Gaspar A. Cayat.

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April 26, 2024 0 comment
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More than 90 farmers in Davao, Cebu complete SM Foundation’s modern agri-training

KSK graduates from Brgy. Nueva Fuerza, Tagum City

The SM Foundation continues its mission of empowering Filipino farmers by bringing modern agricultural practices to rural and urban communities across the country through the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) on Sustainable Agriculture Program.

Recently, 98 farmers from Cebu and Tagum City graduated from KSK.

This batch comprised 25 graduates from Batch 310 in Brgy. Madaum, Tagum City; 25 from Batch 311 in Brgy. Nueva Fuerza, Tagum City; 21 from Batch 283 in Brgy. Carita, Cebu City; and 27 graduates from Batch 291 in Brgy. Mambaling, Cebu City.

 

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The SM Foundation continues its mission of empowering Filipino farmers by bringing modern agricultural practices to rural and urban communities across the country through the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) on Sustainable Agriculture Program.

Recently, 98 farmers from Cebu and Tagum City graduated from KSK.

This batch comprised 25 graduates from Batch 310 in Brgy. Madaum, Tagum City; 25 from Batch 311 in Brgy. Nueva Fuerza, Tagum City; 21 from Batch 283 in Brgy. Carita, Cebu City; and 27 graduates from Batch 291 in Brgy. Mambaling, Cebu City.

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KSK graduates from Cebu City learn about marketing techniques during their market tour at SM City Cebu and SM Seaside Cebu.

All 98 participants successfully completed a rigorous 14-week hands-on training program, where they are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today’s agricultural landscape. Conducted with SM Foundation’s partners, the program covers various aspects of farming, including technology updates, capacity building, financial literacy, and market opportunities.

 

This holistic approach empowers graduates to not only produce bountiful harvests to contribute to food security but also develop their entrepreneurial capabilities.

 

Since 2007, the KSK-SAP has fueled the farming and entrepreneurial capabilities of over 30,000 marginalized rural and urban farmers nationwide. Some of the farmers’ training graduates have become seasonal suppliers within the SM Group and other local markets.

 

SM Foundation’s KSK-SAP is conducted in partnership with SM Supermalls, TESDA, DA, DSWD, DOST, DTI, and partner farm schools.

KSK-Davao-NGO_Philippines_SM-Foundation2               Converging for social good. Partners of SM Foundation join the moving forward ceremony of KSK graduates in Tagum.

April 26, 2024 0 comment
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