Opinion/Editorial
Region/Nation
DEPDev: Financial literacy, digital readiness crucial in supporting national dev’t
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Central Luzon led the belated celebration of the 2025 Economic and Financial Literacy Week, highlighting the vital role of financial knowledge and digital readiness in supporting national development goals.
Life and Style
Philippine Airlines rolls out “Mastercard Mondays” for money-saving perks
Manila, Philippines – Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country’s flag carrier, and global payments leader Mastercard are offering “Mastercard Mondays,” a limited-time promotion offering cardholders exclusive savings and enhanced rewards on air travel to make Mondays truly extraordinary.
Business
AFAB honored as key strategic trade partner at STM Week 2025
Mariveles, Bataan – The Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) was recognized as a Key Strategic Trade Partner during the Strategic Trade Management (STM) Week held on 11-13 November 2025 at the Fairmont Hotel in Makati City.
Technology
Maya showcases AI-driven banking model at Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025
Hong Kong – Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just changing how financial institutions operate — it’s reshaping who they can serve.
Sports
Baler waves power Aurora’s growing sports tourism momentum
BALER, Aurora – Aurora strengthened its sports tourism push with the opening of an international surfing competition at Sabang Beach in Baler, underscoring the province’s emergence as a key destination for outdoor and competitive sports.