FHM Philippines returns in one of Manila’s posh event venues, and PlayTime Entertainment is fully invested in its comeback. It is putting its own print on the industry by making FHM part of its entertainment ecosystem, where talent gets distribution, partnerships and a stage in one place.
Ask Filipinos about their favorite festival memories, and chances are a memorable meal will be part of the story. It might be a regional specialty tried for the first time, a spread enjoyed with friends, or a family recipe that brings back memories of home. Across the country, sharing a meal is one of the ways Filipinos celebrate, welcome guests, and keep traditions alive.
At 66, Rosalinda Caparanga wanted more than a way to fill her days. She wanted responsibilities of her own, the independence of earning an income, and the satisfaction of contributing through her work.
Manulife Philippines, the local arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife, and iCare HMO, one of the country’s top health maintenance organizations, have entered into a strategic partnership to help companies offer employees more integrated health and financial protection.
InLife has launched its Global Equity Premium Income Fund (GEPI), a new variable unit-linked (VUL) fund that has the potential to provide monthly income payouts through an actively managed portfolio with exposure to the Nasdaq-100 and a covered call options strategy.
Lazada Philippines is expanding its Membership Program with its new lineup of exclusive lifestyle and digital benefits from Space & Time Cube, Canva, and Duolingo, giving members more opportunities to explore immersive experiences, express their creativity, and pursue new learning interests beyond shopping.
Cardiovascular disease has become one of the Asia’s most pressing health challenges. A study revealed that this region accounted for 61.3% of global cardiovascular mortality, and a disease burden that exceeds the global average by 8.3%. In the Philippines, ischaemic heart diseases remain the top cause of death with 100,958 cases, taking up 19.8 percent of total deaths in the country in 2025. Despite the fall in cardiovascular disease death rates over time, the overall burden continues to grow, driven by ageing populations and changing lifestyles.
Coffee lovers can enjoy their favorite brew hot or iced at Jollibee stores nationwide this International Coffee Day, now served in cups with a fresh new look featuring a vibrant red design that brings a distinct Jollibee touch to every coffee run.
One afternoon at SM Aura was enough to show why generations of shoppers have made the Negros Trade Fair a much-awaited celebration. The Association of Negros Producers (ANP), together with SM Supermalls, officially launched BÚTLAK: The 40th Negros Trade Fair with a preview that brought together the flavors, fashion, craftsmanship, stories, and creative spirit of Negros. From September 22 to 27, 2026, the landmark anniversary edition will bring 178 brands from the Negros Island Region to the SMX Convention Center Aura.
For thousands of Filipinos, finding the right job begins with having the right opportunity within reach. SM Job Fair marked a major milestone while widening access to employment and skills development—from celebrating its 500th nationwide job fair and bringing SM Group employers directly to communities, to working with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to connect technical-vocational training with careers. Together, these initiatives reflect SM Supermalls’ continuing commitment to make the journey from preparing for work to finding meaningful employment more accessible to Filipinos.