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GGC Group Asia, formerly DDB Group Philippines, has won Gold at the prestigious Campaign Agency of the Year Global Awards, one of the advertising and marketing communications industry's most respected international competitions, held recently at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London. The group's talent management team, The Culture Hub, was awarded Gold for Talent Management Team of the Year, recognizing its outstanding commitment to employee development, engagement, and workplace culture. Meanwhile, Group Chairman and CEO Gil G. Chua was named a Global Finalist for Agency Leader of the Year, while GGC Group Asia was also recognized as a Global Finalist for Best Place to Work, underscoring the organization's people-first culture and leadership excellence. Anna Chua-Norbert, Group Chief Culture Officer of GGC Group Asia, receives the Gold Award at the Campaign Agency of the Year Global’s awarding ceremonies held last June 18 th in London. 🥇 GOLD WINNER: Talent Management Tea...

Bounty expressed commitment to helping the country achieve food security and self-sufficiency as the large-scale industrial agriculture corporation celebrates 40 years of making food better. This was the highlight of the message of Atty. Kenneth Cheng, CEO of Bounty Fresh Group Holdings, Inc. & President of Fresh Group, during the company’s milestone celebration last June 25 at the Marquis Events Place in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. It was attended by key executives from Bounty, media partners, and industry experts. The event also served as a platform for company officials to share insights on the agricultural sector and food security in the country, reflect on Bounty’s journey, and discuss what’s next. “For four decades, Filipinos have given Bounty a place on their tables, and the biggest way we can pay back their trust is by strengthening the country’s food security. We’re committed to safeguarding food security for all Filipinos through agricultural production and leadership,...

mWell, the Philippines' fully integrated digital healthcare platform by Metro Pacific Health Tech Corporation, gives voice to a truth many Filipinos know but rarely say out loud: sometimes, the happiest-looking person in the room is fighting the hardest battle alone.   Mental health stigma in the Philippines remains a significant barrier to care. Rooted in cultural expectations of resilience, mental health struggles are too often misread as weakness, pushing individuals to suffer quietly rather than seek the help they deserve. Deep-seated values like hiya and pakikisama compound the silence, as many fear bringing embarrassment to themselves or their families by admitting they are not okay. In the workplace, the stakes feel even higher: about 75% of Filipinos believe that disclosing mental health concerns compromises their professional opportunities, the highest rate among ASEAN countries, according to the International Labor Organization. And for many, the cost of professional...

Every gala at SM Supermalls just got a serious upgrade. Whether you’re dining solo, or grabbing a bite with friends and family, turn everyday food trips into something a little more exciting with SM Foodcourt’s Eat & Stamp promo, an exclusive deal where you can score   limited edition merch —yes, actual cute, keepable, show-off-worthy merch—every time you hit a new milestone on your loyalty card. Five rewards. Zero reasons not to join. Here's why this SM Foodcourt merch collection is worth going back for. Three Sticker Sets, One Mission — Collect Them All Whether you're a journaling girlie, a planner obsessive, or someone who just loves a good aesthetic detail on their laptop or water bottle, these are the kind of collectibles worth chasing. Cute, quirky, and instant mood boosters, these stickers bring a little extra personality to your everyday essentials.   Plus, there's something deeply satisfying about collecting all three. It's not just a sticker set, it...

TNT, the value brand of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), is giving subscribers more value with the enhanced Saya All 99 and the new Saya All 109 - both designed to deliver bigger data and a more worry-free week of connectivity filled with fun or ‘saya.’ With data connectivity now an essential to everyday life, TNT continues to better match how Filipinos stream, scroll, game, and stay connected. As such, its Saya All 99 and Saya All 109 offers now come with more generous data allocations and value at every price point, giving users the confidence that their needs are covered for an entire week.   More value, more saya The enhanced Saya All 99 now comes with a total of 20 GB of data, combining 10 GB for Facebook, TikTok, and Mobile Legends, 7 GB of open access data, and 3 GB of 5G data, all valid for seven days. Subscribers also continue to enjoy Unlimited Calls and Texts to All Networks, making it an all-in-one package for both data and communication needs. Complementin...

Home Credit makes life easier during the back-to-school season with interest as low as 0% and zero down payment on learning devices As Filipino families prepare for the new school year, back-to-school shopping is in full swing. And among the list of other essentials, are learning devices such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets, which have now become important tools for completing schoolwork, conducting research, accessing educational resources, and staying connected throughout the academic year. As a trusted lifestyle partner, Home Credit helps make these back-to-school essentials more accessible, allowing students to stay equipped for the year ahead and families to invest in their children's education with confidence. Making Back-to-School Shopping Easier with Home Credit Until July 31, 2026, customers can enjoy deals with as low as 0% interest and zero down payment on select learning devices. Families can choose from a wide range of learning devices available through Home Credi...

On its 20th anniversary, the Century Tuna Superbod legacy expands beyond the runway and into the real world. This milestone reinforces a fitness movement that continues to empower every Filipino to confidently unleash their "Superbod Era" in a supportive, no-judgment environment. Rather than shifting gears, this evolution brings to the forefront what Century Tuna has long championed: that being a Superbod is an accessible, daily lifestyle meant for everyone. This vision recently ignited a massive advocacy with the launch of the first Superbod Era Strava Challenge, rallying over 58,000 Filipinos of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. The overwhelming response to this digital challenge showed that Filipinos are more than ready to take part in the community Century Tuna has long been working to build—a welcoming online space where everyone, regardless of where they are on their fitness journey, can connect, support each other, and celebrate their progress together. To kick...

Father's Day is the perfect opportunity to express gratitude to the father who has always been present for life's major and minor milestones. Whether he's a foodie, a thrill-seeker, or someone who appreciates discovering good deals, your most loved SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, and SM Center Pulilan provide lots of options to make his day especially special. Here are three exciting ways for families to spend Father's Day at SM Bulacan malls. 1. Take Dad on a Food Adventure Nothing draws families closer together like a sumptuous meal. Treat dad to his favorite comfort cuisine or introduce him to new flavors from the diverse range of dining places across SM Bulacan malls. From hearty Filipino delicacies at Manam and sizzling grilled favorites at Ribshack to global cuisine such as Nanyang and Yabu, families can get together for a delightful dining experience that dad will undoubtedly enjoy. Finish the meal with coffee, dessert, or refreshing drinks at Better Coffee for...

  SM Supermalls joins Brigada Eskwela 2026 to help create cleaner, safer, and more welcoming learning spaces Through SM Cares, SM Supermalls supported the Department of Education’s Brigada Eskwela 2026 as part of its continuing commitment to youth empowerment, nation-building, and community service. In time for the start of classes, participating SM teams from its most-loved malls nationwide worked hand in hand with partner schools to help create learning environments that are cleaner, safer, and more inspiring for students and teachers. Guided by this year’s theme, “Bayanihan sa Paaralan: Nagkakaisa para sa Kaayusan at Kaalaman,” SM employee-volunteers, together with school communities, local partners, teachers, parents, and volunteers, came together to help prepare public schools for the opening of classes. The volunteer activities included general cleaning of classrooms, corridors, and school grounds; repainting and repair of walls, furniture, and school facilities; minor repa...

   Waste-Free Starts With Us   7,500 SM employees, volunteers and partners mobilized for World Oceans Day 2026 to divert waste from the sea This World Oceans Day, SM Cares brought the SM Green Movement to shore, reminding communities that protecting the ocean begins long before waste reaches the sea. In celebration of World Oceans Day 2026 , SM Cares led coastal cleanup efforts under the banner “Empowering Communities for an SM Waste-Free Future,” mobilizing 7,500 employees, tenants, volunteers, partners, and local stakeholders to take part in shared action for cleaner coastlines and healthier marine ecosystems. 19,000 kilograms of trash was successfully diverted from the ocean 36% less than the previous year. The initiative formed part of SM Cares’ 2026 coastal cleanup calendar, which also includes World Water Day, International Coastal Cleanup, and National Environment Awareness Month. For World Oceans Day, participating SM malls included SM By the Bay and nine othe...

  When more than 25,000 runners took over EDSA for the historic Galaxy Manila Marathon, they were not just participating in one of the country's biggest races. They were part of a growing movement that is transforming how Filipinos experience running. Galaxy Manila Marathon 42km gunstart on June 12, 2026 From record-setting marathons and major race series to inclusive community runs and pet-friendly events, SM Supermalls is emerging as one of the driving forces behind Philippine running. Through its expanding portfolio of race events and the SM Active Hub platform, SM continues to bring world-class running experiences closer to communities across the country. Runners took on the historic EDSA route, connecting SM Mall of Asia and SM North EDSA, with the course passing SM Megamall and crossing the iconic Guadalupe Bridge before looping back to SM Mall of Asia The Galaxy Manila Marathon marked a defining moment in that journey. For the first time, participants ran along EDSA, connect...