Pag-IBIG Fund released ₱32.92 billion in home loans in the first quarter of 2026, up 9% from ₱30.22 billion in the same period last year, as the agency continued to expand access to home financing for Filipino workers.
Category: Lifestyle
Casino Plus earns CDC “Green List”, secures seal of Regulatory Excellence
CLARK, PAMPANGA – Stotsenberg Leisure Park & Hotel Corporation (SLPH) operating under the Casino Plus brand has officially secured its place on the Clark Development Corporation’s (CDC) prestigious “Green List.” This milestone grants the Integrated Resort (IR) automatic renewal of its Authority to Operate (ATO), serving as a definitive third-party validation of the company’s commitment to regulatory excellence.
Enchanted Kingdom welcomes pets and animal lovers to a magical, inclusive one-day Pets Day event
Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, opened its magical gates to cats, dogs, pet owners, and animal lovers for a pet-inclusive one-day Furever Enchanted Ogg’s Pets Day event held last April 26.
Pag-IBIG Fund continues housing fairs in South Luzon and Visayas to expand access to homeownership
Pag-IBIG Fund is continuing its housing fair series in South Luzon and the Visayas, with the South Luzon fair set on April 27 and 28 at the Jose Rizal Coliseum in Calamba City, Laguna, and the Visayas fair scheduled on April 30 and May 1 at the IEC Convention Center Cebu.
DBP Boosts Housing Drive With P2-B Loan For Top Developer
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) is boosting its support to the national shelter program of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. as the Bank formalized a P2-billion loan agreement with a top housing developer for the construction of new housing units catering to low-cost and mid-tier markets, a top official said.
Michelle Marquez Dee alongside SexBomb Girls Aifha, Mhyca, and Shane Lead the Conversation on Women’s Strength with OKGames
Strength takes many forms. Sometimes it is seen in the spotlight, in achievements and titles. Other times, it shows in the quiet determination to keep moving forward despite pressure, expectations, and challenges.
PhilHealth, Philippine College of Surgeons Seal Partnership to Strengthen Quality Assurance and Standards for Surgical Care
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) and the Philippine College of Surgeons (PCS) signed a Memorandum of Agreement on, April 17, 2026, strengthening the systems that will make quality surgical care more accessible to Filipinos.
Filipino singer-songwriter dwta turns a new leaf with defiant pop anthem “Tabi!”
Bicol-born singer-songwriter dwta makes a fearless statement with “Tabi!,” a genre-blurring track released on the same day as her birthday. While the song marks a vital shift in sonic direction and imagery, the song remains grounded in the artist’s unmistakable voice, showing artistic renewal and transformation
DBP hikes support to Mindanao
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has signed agreements with two government agencies aimed at strengthening socio-economic initiatives including enhancing agricultural productivity and food production in the Mindanao region, a top official said.
Samsung Launches Smart Wash Business Solutions to Support Growth of Commercial Laundry Sector in the Philippines
In its bid to support the development of more efficient, scalable and technology-driven commercial laundry operations in the Philippines, Samsung Electronics Philippines officially introduced its Commercial Laundry Washer and Dryer via Smart Wash Business Solutions, held last March 25 at the SMX Convention Center.
The Lasting Ink: Print Media’s Evolving Role
The UPMG Print Summit and HeAdliners Awards 2025, organized by the United Print & Multimedia Group (UPMG), convened a cross-section of the country’s media, advertising, and communications leaders under a theme that felt both reflective and forward-looking: “The Legacy of Print and Its Evolution.” Last March 24, 2026 at Glass Pavilion, Dusit Thani Manila.
Mark Carpio writes the ending he never expected in new EP, Huling Pag-ibig
OPM hitmaker Mark Carpio drops his highly anticipated new EP, Huling Pag-ibig—released under EMPIRE.PH Music and ONErpm. Marking a milestone in his 10-year career, the 4-track EP weaves themes of love, loss, and emotional closure into one cohesive sonic package. Both introspective and freeing, the project also serves as an ending to a well-loved music era—one that positioned Carpio as both a prominent balladeer of his generation and a gifted songwriter known for his poignant yet earnest storytelling.
Ben&Ben reclaims chart dominance with viral smash “Lifetime (Reimagined)”
Award-winning Filipino folk-pop band Ben&Ben has surged back to the summit of the streaming charts with “Lifetime (Reimagined)”—released under Sony Music Entertainment.
PPO concludes 41st season in CONCERT VIII: “Coda” featuring violinist Dio Saraza
The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra stages a grand finale for its 41st season with Concert VIII: Coda on April 17, 2026, 7:30pm, at the Metropolitan Theater.
DOST Ilocos Region Builds Disaster-Ready Workforce Through DRRM Capacity Building Activity
In line with the celebration of Women’s Month and Fire Prevention Month, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), through the leadership of Regional Director Teresita A. Tabaog, successfully conducted a Capacity Building Activity on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) and Disaster Preparedness on March 31, 2026, at the DOST Ilocos Region Multipurpose Hall in City of San Fernando, La Union. The activity brought together the DOST workforce from regional and provincial offices to strengthen their readiness in responding to disasters and emergencies.
Drilon to launch memoir, hold book signings at UP Law and UP Visayas
Former Senate President Franklin M. Drilon will return to his alma mater this April for the official launch and book signing of his memoir, Being Frank: A Memoir, with events scheduled at the University of the Philippines College of Law on April 11, 2026 and at University of the Philippines Visayas on April 14, 2026.
NYMA’s Kat Bautista Named Judge for Hashtag Asia Awards 2026
Manila, Philippines — Kat Bautista, Founder and Chief Operating Officer of NYMA Talent Management, has been named as one of the judges for the Hashtag Asia Awards 2026, a regional platform recognizing excellence in social media and digital campaigns.
Unbreakable Love, Unstoppable Warriors Year 2 by Hotel Sogo
Hotel Sogo, through its corporate social responsibility arm Sogo Cares, recently marked the second year of its initiative “Unbreakable Love, Unstoppable Warriors,” a community-focused gathering dedicated to children living with cerebral palsy and their families.
Casino Plus joins Clark community in observing Lent, supports Holy Child Chapel Restoration
Clark, Pampanga – March 2026 As Holy Week approaches—a time of quiet reflection, prayer, and devotion—Casino Plus, one of the country’s leading responsible gaming platforms duly licensed by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), reaffirms its commitment to supporting not only communities, but also the traditions that continue to shape them.
Pag-IBIG Fund to maintain 3% socialized housing rate under Expanded 4PH amid Middle East conflict
Pag-IBIG Fund said it shall maintain its 3% annual interest rate for qualified socialized housing loans under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program, keeping homeownership affordable at a time when the conflict in the Middle East continues to unsettle global oil markets and drive volatility in oil prices.
Manila Ocean Park, Ipinagdiwang ang Ika-18 Anibersaryo: “Beyond the Blue, More to Explore, More to Love”
Ipinagdiwang ng Manila Ocean Park ang makasaysayang ika-18 anibersaryo nito noong Marso 28, 2026, na dinaluhan ng mga kinatawan mula sa iba’t ibang media outlet.
DBP, Kabankalan City sign P2-billion loan pact
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has signed a P2-billion loan agreement with the Local Government of Kabankalan City to finance infrastructure projects aimed at resolving persistent flooding in the area, a top official said.
MAKE IT MANILA POP: ALYSON returns in Blue and drops new single “KUNG SAKALING TANAWIN”, releases MV
MANILA, PHILIPPINES—PH city pop band ALYSON brings back sentimental romance and windchime melodies but with a fresh take with new single KUNG SAKALING TANAWIN, out March 27 with accompanying music video set to premiere on YouTube on the same day.
Ely Buendia unveils new “light and optimistic” single “Ate”
MANILA, PHILIPPINES—Legendary frontman Ely Buendia is back on our playlists with new song “Ate” to be released March 26 under his own label, Offshore Music Philippines.
Imago delivers creative new peak with latest EP, Pasimple
Filipino alternative outfit Imago continues to shape modern OPM with the release of their EP, Pasimple, unfolding a new era for one of the most vital forces in Pinoy rock. The 5-track collection marks the band’s first official studio release under Sony Music Entertainment and their sixth overall.
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UPMG celebrates the power and evolution of print at the Print Summit & HeADliners Awards 2025 on March 24, 2026, at the Glass Pavilion, Dusit Thani Manila.
She Matters: Merck’s Women’s Health Summit Champions Health, Economy, and Planet
Manila – Merck, a leading science and technology company, hosted its second She Matters: Women’s Health Summit at Conrad Manila, bringing together doctors, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and advocates in a shared declaration and call-to-action to improve women’s health across every stage of life and planetary health.
Pag-IBIG Fund Central Luzon housing fair in Pampanga to feature over 20,000 homes
More than 20,000 affordable housing units across Central Luzon will be made available to aspiring homeowners during the Pag-IBIG Regional Housing Fair for Central Luzon, to be held on March 18 and 19 in Pampanga, including homes with monthly payments as low as ₱3,411 under the government’s Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program.
Samsung Brings Ecosystem Partners Together with Smart Wash Business Solutions
Samsung Electronics Philippines is making it more accessible for Filipino entrepreneurs to set up their own business with the launch of its Commercial Laundry Washer and Dryer. The launch will bring together a broad ecosystem of industry partners to support the development of structured commercial laundry operations in the Philippines.
Lampara Books release advocacy-driven educational materials to address literacy crisis in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – The nation’s literacy crisis is increasingly difficult to ignore. A recent study published by Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives reveals a troubling trend: many young Filipino learners have advanced to higher primary levels despite struggling with basic reading and math skills.
