Mindanaoan Update

Start of the year and you find yourself frazzled because life's been pretty wild lately? Between work deadlines, endless notifications, and just trying to keep up with everything, sometimes you just need a breather. I need one, too! Actually, I've realized that one of the best ways to decompress is by playing simple online educational and simulation games - the kind that don't require intense focus but still keep your mind engaged enough to forget about your worries even for a bit. Let me share a couple of games I've been loving that might help you unwind as well. Open Bar - Pour Drinks, Zone Out This one's super straightforward - Open Bar! You're a bartender, and your job is to pour drinks and clean up after customers. That's it. No complex storylines, no overwhelming mechanics - ju...

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...

Upcoming Filipino singing sensation Jan Francis Alinsonorin brought pride to the Philippines as he clinched a Top 11 finish at the prestigious Karaoke World Championships (KWC) World Finals held in Logomo Turku, Finland, from October 7 to 12, 2024.  The Karaoke World Championships has long been a prestigious platform for discovering raw talent, and the 2024 edition in Turku was no exception. Participants from different cultures and nations gathered not only to compete but also to show their amazing talents to the world and to give the audience an unforgettable experience. Each performance reflected the diversity and uniqueness of each country, turning the stage into a vibrant melting pot of global talent. The week-long event kicked off with a Parade and Welcome Party on October 7...

Honoring its commitment to continuously uplift the lives of Filipino teachers as they mold the Filipino youth for excellence in the global arena, Gabay Guro will hold a back-to-back Teachers’ Tribute events for this year’s celebration of National Teachers’ Month and World Teachers Day. In cooperation with the Department of Education (DepEd) and with the generous support of steadfast partners – Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), PLDT Inc. (PLDT), and mWell through Metro Pacific Investments Foundation (MPIF) and PLDT-Smart Foundation (PSF) – Gabay Guro will stage its annual Grand Gathering on September 29, 2024, Sunday, at the Meralco Theater in Ortigas Center, Pasig City. With the theme “Teachers Inspiring Change, Building the Country’s Future,” the Grand Gathering will fea...

When you’re dealing with fasteners, the last thing you want is a hidden enemy causing havoc behind the scenes. Galvanic corrosion is that sneaky troublemaker, especially when you mix different metals. You might think of nuts and bolts as straightforward components, but there’s more going on beneath the surface than you might realize. Understanding Galvanic Corrosion Imagine you’ve just replaced some old, rusted fasteners with shiny new ones. You’re feeling pretty good about your handiwork, but in a few months, you notice something disturbing: the new fasteners are corroding faster than you'd expect. What’s happening here? This is the sneaky work of galvanic corrosion. Galvanic corrosion occurs when two different metals are in contact in the presence of an electrolyte, such as wate...