From Remittance to Insurance: Palawan Group's Consumer-Led Approach Wins Gold

From left: Justin Patacsil of GIGIL Advertising Group; Nolgie Antonio, IMC Manager; Sadhana Martinez, Product Specialist for ProtekTODO; Alyssa Chua, Brand Manager for PalawanPay; and Jose Rafael Tabinga, Brand Manager for Remittance.

The Palawan Group of Companies brought home two Gold awards at the MARKETECH APAC NEXT Awards Philippines 2026, recognizing campaigns that tackled different financial services challenges but shared a common starting point: understanding how Filipinos actually live, spend, send money, and protect their families.

Big Bad Wolf Books Brings Its Biggest, Best-Ever Selection Yet to BGC This Nov. 5

Manila, the wait is over. The Wolf is back!

Big Bad Wolf Books makes its much-awaited return to Metro Manila, bringing REALLY AWESOME BOOKS. REAL DISCOUNTS. to Park Triangle Mall in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) from November 5 to 15, 2026, marking the book sale’s first-ever event in BGC.

This year, Big Bad Wolf Books is bringing an even bigger and more exciting experience for Filipino readers, with a significantly wider selection of fiction, internationally bestselling titles, collectible editions, children’s books, and hard-to-find reads, alongside discounts of up to 95%. From trending authors like Rebecca Yarros, Sarah J. Maas, and Freida McFadden to special editions that are rarely available in the Philippines, there will be more books to discover, more stories to explore, and more reasons to keep hunting through the stacks.

Palawan Group, DSWD MIMAROPA Partner to Help 4Ps Families Build Financial Resilience

From left: Missy Baldemor, Head of Palawan for Business; Lisa Castro-Sabado, Chief Business Development Officer of the Palawan Group; Princess T. Vagilidad, DSWD OIC Regional Director; and Gerald A. Antonio, DSWD OIC Regional Program Coordinator.

Partnership brings financial knowledge and practical protection closer to Filipino families through Family Development Sessions

For many Filipino families, building a better future begins with making the most of what they have today. Keeping up with household expenses, preparing for emergencies, finding ways to improve the family’s income, and making sound financial decisions are part of everyday life. The right information and support can make these decisions easier and help families prepare for what comes next.

Piolo Pascual to release a brand new album, publish coffee table book, hold gala concert later this year

The Philippines’ Ultimate Heartthrob and Cornerstone artist, Piolo Pascual, is set to make waves and wrap up 2026 with a bang with the release of an album, the publishing of a coffee table book, and the mounting of a gala concert at the City of Dreams Manila. 

The brand new album will be released under Star Music and produced by veteran producer Jonathan Manalo. The album is a highly collaborative endeavor that has been five years in the making. Piolo and the label are aiming to finish and release the album later this year. 

The self-published coffee table book titled “In Transit” features photos of Piolo from his travels across a 7-year period (from 2019 to 2026). Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, France, and Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, Florida, and Hawaii in the United States of America. 

5 Questions We Have After Watching the Balaraw Trailer

Still at the edge of your seat after watching Balaraw’s trailer? Our adventure to the island is just getting started. A mystery always leaves us wanting more. After pressing play on what Sabina’s story has in store for us, here are some questions that will certainly keep us tuned in to Netflix’s upcoming Original series:

1. Why can Sabina see Balaraw in her dreams?

In the trailer, Sabina’s mother asks if she still dreams about the island. This makes us wonder, has Sabina already gone to Balaraw before… or is her mind just playing tricks on her? We’ll just have to wait and see.

Unicharm, Shopee Philippines unite to bring Japanese-quality care closer to Filipino families

Unicharm and Shopee Philippines showcase Sofy, MamyPoko, and Certainty in a celebration of life care across generations

Unicharm Philippines and Shopee Philippines team up for Unicharm Fiesta, bringing Japanese hygiene solutions closer to Filipino families through e-commerce while celebrating everyday care.

Created with a shared goal of improving quality of life, Unicharm Fiesta brings together the complementary strengths of both iconic global brands, rendering them more accessible for Filipino consumers. Unicharm contributes its expertise in Japanese innovation, hygiene, and absorbent technology, while Shopee provides its convenient, engaging online shopping platform.

PHP 1M Shopping Spree for HONOR 600S Pre-Orders

Customers who pre-order the HONOR 600S from October 1 to 9, 2026 can get a chance to win PHP 1 million worth of SM Gift Passes.

Global AI device provider HONOR Philippines is giving customers more reasons to look forward to the HONOR 600S with its PHP 1 million Shopping Spree Promo. Customers who pre-order or purchase the HONOR 600S from October 1 to 9, 2026 can get a chance to win PHP 1 million worth of SM Gift Passes.

The promo is open to customers who pre-order the HONOR 600S at authorized HONOR physical stores nationwide and Globe Telecom stores, as well as those who purchase through HONOR’s official online stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop during the promo period.

Trilogy Marathon Starts in Cebu with Community, Wellness and Purpose

More than 1,800 participants gathered at the starting line in Mandaue City to kick off the first leg of the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon 2026.

Organized by PalawanPay in partnership with RunRio and the UP Office of Athletics and Sports Development, the three-leg running series will raise funds to help purchase fully equipped emergency ambulances for underserved communities in Aklan and South Cotabato.

The first leg of the PalawanPay Trilogy Marathon 2026 brought runners together in Cebu on September 27 for more than a morning of running. Held in Mandaue City, the event gave participants a chance to stay active, spend time with family and friends, and be part of a race that supports communities beyond the finish line. A total of more than 1,800 runners joined in the marathon.

HONOR 600S and VIVA to Create Magic with AI Image-to-Video

HONOR 600S takes part in an exciting entertainment collaboration starring Guji Lorenzana and Krissha Viaje, premiering October 1.

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines has partnered with Studio Viva for a new entertainment-driven campaign ahead of the highly anticipated launch of the HONOR 600S in the Philippines.

As part of the collaboration, HONOR and Studio Viva are introducing “The CEO’s New Jowa,” a drama reel starring Guji Lorenzana and Krissha Viaje. The series premieres on October 1, 2026, coinciding with the official launch of the HONOR 600S.

La Viña: Allegations vs Legarda, Leviste ‘baseless,’ ‘ridiculous’; questions Ombudsman probe, urges DOE to correct records and withdraw cases vs Leviste

Atty. Antonio “Tony” La Viña, spokesperson of Senator Loren Legarda, rejected the allegations against the Senator and her son, Batangas First District Representative Leandro Leviste, as baseless and ridiculous, maintaining that the accusations are contradicted by the documentary and financial records.

Speaking before members of the digital media on Wednesday, La Viña challenged the Department of Energy (DOE) to review its own correspondence, distinguish the companies involved, and correct what he described as fundamental errors underlying the complaint against Legarda and Leviste. He also questioned the Office of the Ombudsman's basis for pursuing the allegations of plunder and graft, urging it to examine the documentary evidence.

“Una sa lahat, walang pera galing sa gobyerno na kinuha at binulsa ni Senator Loren o ni Representative Leandro. Walang plunder, walang government funds na kinuha in any of the projects. Dapat very clear sa atin yan,” La Viña said.