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Time really flies… Fast!

Ably conquering the Covid-19 pandemic, the city of Biñan opened its gates to its biggest, barangay-based, face-to-face, cultural and productivity festival after two years of online only celebrations.

And the best way to do it is through the “12^th Puto Latik Festival 2022” that has captured the imagination of people all over, both domestic and foreign tourists, as the city highlights two of its most important contributions to Philippine cultural heritage: its world-renowned Puto Biñan and the Maglalatik Dance.

The Anvil Awards has been recognizing outstanding campaigns, brands and personalities for the past five decades. Over the years, Anvil has been the symbol of excellence in public relations and PR programs and tools.

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco), the country’s premier electric distribution utility, has once again demonstrated excellence beyond delivering stable and reliable electric service in its franchise area.

When the country was on lockdown two years ago, employees in many industries were forced to work from home. For most employees, the experience was daunting and life changing.

Purposeful PR – what does it truly mean? We often say that as communicators, as storytellers and strategists we shape the conversation and can influence society and spark change. But how exactly? And how do we fuse branding objectives with societal duties? Where does the line between a human being and a communication professional start and stop?

QUEZON CITY – From an infant slowly treading the growth phase in small steps, the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) is slowly leaping with calculated strides toward meaningful development as it enters its third year in serving the Filipino people.

After obtaining a bachelor’s degree, an average Filipino student’s first instinct is to find a job. Some may start their own small company or take over an existing family business. Some travel abroad so that they can gain connections for a promising career. Whatever the means, the goal is ultimately to earn money. After all, for an average student who has been fighting to get a degree for their entire life, what’s better than finally earning money for themselves?

“There is no health without mental health.” This was underscored by Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) member, Dr. Bernardino A. Vicente, at the fourth TAYO Naman! (Tulong, Alaga, Yakap at Oras para sa mga Tagapagtaguyod ng Edukasyon) session titled “Understanding and Managing Common Mental Disorders and other Psychological Concerns.” This webinar series is organized by Globe and the Department of Education (DepEd).

Eduniversal releases its 2021 Best Masters and MBA Ranking Worldwide this quarter, highlighting the results of its appraisal of nearly 4,000 educational institutions from 154 countries across 51 areas of study.

The latest Sukat ng Bayan survey finds that 45% of respondents from all over the Philippines disagree with the proposal to open limited face-to-face classes in low-risk areas in the country. 41% disagree, while the remaining 14% declared uncertainty about their stance on the issue. 

The latest Sukat ng Bayan survey finds 89% of respondents believe that a government response to climate change is important. The research also revealed the following:

Flashback to a children’s party in the Green Meadows Clubhouse in Quezon City in the 1990s: everyone’s having a grand time when Panchito — the late, great comedian popularly known as Dolphy’s sidekick — approached the emcee-clown, Ronald “Sugus” Legaspi, and admiringly said, “Alam mo komedyante ako, pero ‘di ko kaya yung ginagawa mo (You know, I’m a comedian, but I can’t do what you’re doing).”   

HEALTH experts would agree that protecting the first line of defense is one of the best ways to avert the rapid spread of deadly coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) that has been confronting the world for quite some time now. But how could they be spared from the contagion if they are running out of equipment to shield themselves.

By Suresh V Kuchipudi | Pennsylvania State University

Integrated marketing communications agency and events management firm PenserQ Multimedia Company has added another feather to its cap after winning awards at the 55th Anvil Awards’ Gabi ng Parangal on February 28 at the Manila Hotel.

ALL’S well that ends well, as the old cliché goes. Where Official Development Assistance (ODA) is concerned, the Philippines chose to rely on time-tested friendships and strong relationships.

It’s an awards night like no other. The who’s who in various sectors and companies as well as their public relations agencies gather together for a night of camaraderie and sharing the joy of winning. One of the most awaited events of the year, the Anvil Awards is presented annually by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP). The Anvil is the symbol of excellence in Public Relations for outstanding PR Programs and Tools.

The Philippines is a relatively small country yet it is known to have many shopping malls. To many the mall serves as a social outlet away from the heat of the tropics.

We often hear the phrase “treat yourself” as a reminder for us to take a step back from our hectic lifestyles and take care of ourselves. For some of us, this would mean taking ourselves out for a meal or buying new clothes or other items. In an era where spending money can be done in just a click of a button, it can be easy to go overboard and spend more than what you actually intended. Here are some tips and tricks on how you can treat yourself-and save your wallet at the same time.

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls joins the Department of Tourism (DOT) in celebrating The 2020 Philippine Shopping Festival for the whole month of March.

With the China travel ban and the impending ban of tourists from South Korea as well, the Philippines Department of Tourism faces a dilemma of playing catch for the loss of the country’s two top tourist arrivals.

By Christine Larson | University of Colorado Boulder

By Kevin J.A. Thomas | Pennsylvania State University

By Maciej F. Boni  | Pennsylvania State University

By Stan Choe | The Associated Press

By William Hauk | University of South Carolina

By Sarah Burns | Rochester Institute of Technology

By Patti McCarthy | University of the Pacific

By Ellen Boucher | Amherst College

According to Presidential Proclamation 931, Series of 1996 and House Resolution 33, the first week of December is declared as the National Exporters’ Week. This was done in order to obtain total commitment of the government and the private sector to continuously work together to sustain export promotion and development. Over time, this annual event became one of the most important business events of the year. It is usually celebrated by the regional offices of DTI, Philexport and academe, with various activities that are in line with the theme of that year. One of the biggest highlights of any NEW is the National Export Congress (NEC), which updates and helps businesses become the best and most competitive version they can be.

Digital transformation is imperative for all businesses, from the small to the enterprise. That message comes through loud and clear from seemingly every keynote, panel discussion, article, or study-related to how businesses can remain competitive and relevant as the world becomes increasingly digital.

In the real estate industry, it is not just the contractors who do the heavy lifting. The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and his team of number crunchers are also tasked to continually build the company’s financial muscle to ensure its sustainable growth.