Author: Mindanaoan Irene

The glow of parols lit up Camella communities around the islands, as the Philippines’ most trusted and preferred homebuilder held its Christmas Tree Lighting Event and Homecoming Fair, a heartwarming celebration of Filipino homecoming and the lifelong dream of homeownership. Christmas lights came alive in a synchronized display of festivity, marking the official start of the holiday season. At the heart of every neighborhood stood a towering Christmas tree, surrounded by families, residents, homebuyers, and business partners, all gathered to witness a timeless tradition that has come to define the Camella legacy of connection and continuity. A celebration that illuminated the nation The evening opened with performances by children's choirs, their cheerful voices filling the air wi...

Globe sustained its recovery in the third quarter, posting Php 41.5 billion in consolidated gross service revenues, up 3% quarter-on-quarter, its fastest sequential growth in 13 quarters. The increase was driven by stronger data demand across mobile, broadband, and enterprise segments. Key Financial Highlights: • Php 121.7 billion consolidated gross service revenues for 9M25• Php 22.0 billion EBITDA in Q3, maintaining a 52.8% margin• Php 17.7 billion NIAT, with •?15.5 billion core NIAT• Php 5.3 billion equity share from Mynt (GCash), contributing 25% of pre-tax income• Capex at Php 31.4 billion, down 23% YoY, as Globe advances toward positive free cash flow territory Interested to know more? You may access the filing via the PSE website: ?https://edge.pse.com.ph/openDiscVi...

The past few months have been absolutely stressful for me. From seemingly endless tasks to work deadlines to everyday digital noise, finding time to relax and just free my mind from all anxiety has actually become a necessity. This year started off pretty wild - I got involved in the national elections and also handled several local candidates. Nowadays, I'm busier with my businesses and I am planning to start another one! And that's why relaxing and freeing my mind (even for a few minutes) from all worries is something I value. For me, one surprisingly effective way to unwind and even learn something valuable is through online simulation games. Games like Cooking Mania and Coffee Shop are not just fun distractions; they offer meaningful mental breaks that reduce stress while subtly te...

Vista Land, the Philippines' leading integrated property developer, continues its commitment to regional development and real estate expansion through a stunning spectacle of its newest residential developments in Pagadian City, Zamboanga City, and General Santos City. Titled Exquisite: Refining Modern Lifestyles in Mindanao, the event gathered Vista Land executives, employees, and business partners for an immersive presentation of culture and communities that embody the evolving achievements and aspirations of the Filipino way of life. Vista Land executives pose for a ceremonial toast celebrating the three newly launched residential developments in Pagadian City, Zamboanga City, and General Santos City. Hosted by the reigning Hiyas ng Pilipinas and Miss Tourism World Philippines...

Known as the ‘City of Golden Friendship’, Cagayan de Oro continues its rise as a major player in regional and national development through its flourishing economy, multicultural heritage, and thriving master-planned communities. With its strategic location along the deepwater harbors of Macajalar Bay, the largest city of Northern Mindanao has earned its place as a commercial gateway, an innovation hub, and a model of sustainable urban growth. Economic prospects The economy of Cagayan de Oro is marked by diversity and resilience, with agro-industrial ventures, trade, and services forming the backbone of its progress. As the commercial and logistics center of Region X, the city plays a crucial role in the distribution of high-value agricultural products. These are supported by a modern...

South Cotabato: Here, bounty and beauty come together Perched majestically on the coastline that hugs Sarangani Bay, General Santos City, the Tuna Capital of the Philippines, exudes a more dynamic and progressive vibe. With an economy anchored primarily on the agriculture and fishing industries, GenSan, as it is affectionately called, also covers much ground in tourism. The land formerly known as Dadiangas, and now named for General Paulino Santos, who brought over Christians from Luzon and the Visayas to settle in the area, boasts the largest airport in Mindanao as well as the Makar Wharf, one of the country's most modern international seaports. The city also earned itself the nickname Boom City of the South, owing to its vast exports and the influx of manufacturing and business pro...