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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.
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.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐤 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
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.
James Reid hits the road with “Traffic” music video
James Reid turns urban frustration into inspiration in the music video of “Traffic,” his latest single under Careless Philippines and Sony Music Entertainment. Caught in the gridlock of Metro Manila, the video finds James driving around the standstill roads, visibly stressed and tired, yet holding on to the thought that the moment, like traffic itself, will soon pass.
Enchanted Kingdom’s COO takes oath as president of Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc.
Now in its 30th year, Enchanted Kingdom — the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines — continues to be one of the lead advocates for local industry development, following the recent induction of its Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Cynthia R. Mamon, Ph.D., as the president of the PCCI-Laguna Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (LCCI).
TRICAP Attends Necrological Service for Former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr.; Reaffirms Commitment to Defend and Strengthen IPRA
The Tribal Communities Association of the Philippines (TRICAP), led by its National President and joined by Indigenous elders and leaders from various ancestral domains, attended today’s necrological service at the House of Representatives in honor of former Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr.
Pag-IBIG backs precast housing with Megawide, targets over 7,000 units in two years
Pag-IBIG Fund highlighted the role of public-private partnerships and modern construction technology in accelerating socialized housing delivery as officials joined President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in the ceremonial launch of a precast manufacturing facility in Taytay, Rizal on Monday, Feb. 16.
DTI Kicks Off 2026 Trade Fair Calendar with Bagong Pilipinas National Trade Fair
Mandated to promote the efficient marketing of local products and expand market access for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of Market Development, Promotions, and One Town One Product (BMDPO) continues to strengthen its national trade fair program as a core platform for enterprise growth, buyer linkage, and product development.
YAKULT 10 MILER IS BACK
Now on it’s 34th year and one of the country’s pioneer races, the Yakult 10 Miler will be held in a first ever Trilogy Run this year.
TRICAP Inducts Bukidnon Officers, First Chapter Under New National Leadership
The Tribal Communities Association of the Philippines (TRICAP) formally inducted the officers of its Bukidnon Chapter at the BAFF-DARU, P-5, Casisang, Malaybalay City, Province of Bukidnon, marking the province as the first chapter established under the organization’s new national administration.
Casino Plus, the Best Online Casino in the Philippines, Staged the First-of-its-Kind Angpao Rain Gala, Awarding a Record-Setting ₱180 Million to Recognize 600 Top Filipino Video Content Creators
Manila, Philippines (3 February 2026) – In a groundbreaking first, Casino Plus, the best online casino in the Philippines, awarded a total of ₱180 million in cash prizes to honor 600 video content creators during the Angpao Rain Gala, a historic celebration recognizing creativity, engagement, and community in the online casino space.
Gandang Lola Year 3 Medical Mission Naghatid ng Pagaling, Saya, at Dignidad sa Elderly Community
Nagsama-sama ang malasakit, pag-aaruga, at selebrasyon sa Little Sisters of the Elderly habang matagumpay na isinagawa ang Gandang Lola Year 3 Medical Mission, na naghatid ng libreng healthcare services at mga di-malilimutang sandali para sa kanilang minamahal na mga Lola.
DBP open to bankroll Baguio city market redevelopment
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines is prepared to partner with the Baguio City local government in the planned redevelopment of the city’s 110-year-old public market after a private firm withdrew its proposal under a public-private-partnership deal, a senior official said.
DBP boosts cancer care with donation to top government hospital
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) is stepping up efforts to bolster the country’s healthcare system through the donation of a device designed to provide radiation oncology services for cancer treatment to the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI), a top official said.
Bell-Kenz Pharma and DOTr-SAICT Scale Up Sagip CPR Advocacy to Protect Millions of Filipino Commuters
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Following the successful launch of its national advocacy last year, Bell-Kenz Pharma is intensifying its mission to train one million Filipinos in life-saving skills by entering a strategic partnership with the Department of Transportation’s Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (DOTr-SAICT).
Ben&Ben releases “Duyan” music video starring Khalil Ramos and Gabbi Garcia
Ben&Ben continued to solidify their status as one of the most important voices of OPM in 2025. The acclaimed band made history as the first Filipino act to surpass three billion streams on global streaming platform Spotify, while also earning major wins at the 28th Awit Awards, including Album of the Year for their third studio album, The Traveller Across Dimensions and Best Performance by a Group Recording Artist for “Triumph.”
SHFC marks 22 years, partners with LRA to expedite land titling for housing beneficiaries
The Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) and the Land Registration Authority (LRA) have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to expedite and prioritize land registration and titling processes for the Key Shelter Agency’s housing projects nationwide.
More Filipino workers secure homes as Pag-IBIG housing loan releases hit P140.54 billion in 2025
Pag-IBIG Fund officials announced that the agency’s housing loan releases reached P140.54 billion in 2025, an 8% increase from P129.73 billion released in 2024.
Building Lives, Not Just Houses
For over two decades, the Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) has led the Philippines’ socialized housing movement, evolving from simply building homes to transforming entire communities.
DBP cited by state regulator for good governance
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been recognized for the second consecutive year by the state regulator of government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) in the country for upholding the highest standards of corporate governance among its industry peers, a top official said.
Beyond Blush: Sugar Doll’s Poppy Blush is Your Skincare-Forward Makeup Essential
Manila, Philippines – Are you ready to turn your everyday experience into a selfie-worthy moment? Get on the groove and try Poppy Blush by Sugar Dolls PH! It’s a must-have cream blush for women who need a touch of skincare glow, flawless color, and dewy radiance.
Pag-IBIG keeps low 3% rate as higher price ceilings lift quality of socialized homes
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino workers are expected to benefit from better-quality socialized housing following the government’s approval of higher price ceilings for socialized subdivision and condominium projects, while Pag-IBIG Fund continues to provide affordability through its subsidized housing loan rates under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (Expanded 4PH) Program.
