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Metro Manila, Philippines - After selling out its original Oct. 25 show in just five hours, Silent Sanctuary is adding a “Reverse Day 2” for “Gabi ng Lambing” on Oct. 24, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, giving more fans the chance to be part of the band’s first major solo arena concert. The newly added date turns Gabi ng Lambing into a two-night celebration of love, nostalgia, and 24 years of music. Tickets for the October 24 show will go on sale on July 18, 2026, at 12:00 NN via SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online at https://www.smtickets.com/tickets/GabiNgLambing. For high-demand concerts, Day 2 does not always come after Day 1. Sometimes, the celebration starts earlier. With Silent Sanctuary’s…

Metro Manila, Philippines - BDO Unibank, Inc. said it has shortened the offer period for its sixth peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bonds issue. Originally set to run from July 9 to 21, the bank decided to close the offer period early, on July 10, following strong demand from both retail and institutional investors. The latest ASEAN Sustainability Bonds have a tenor of 1.5 years and bear a coupon rate of 6.26 percent per annum. The issue, settlement, and listing date will be on July 28. The net proceeds of the issuance are intended to finance and/or refinance eligible assets as defined in the bank’s sustainable finance framework, support the bank’s lending activities, and diversify the bank’s funding sources. ING Bank N.V.,…

Metro Manila, Philippines - Eastern Communications underscored the role of digital infrastructure in accelerating regional development during the 10th Convergence of Luzon ICT Champions Conference and Exhibit. Co-organized by the National ICT Confederation of the Philippines, the Naga City government, and the ICT Council of Bicol, the conference gathered leaders from government, industry, and the technology sector to discuss digital development and regional competitiveness. The event featured a distinguished roster of keynote speakers, including Naga Mayor Leni Robredo, Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong, and Senators Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan. As one of the conference’s keynote speakers, Eastern’s chief revenue and innovation officer, Edsel Paglinawan. Paglinawan discussed how telecommunications infrastructure has evolved from a basic utility into a strategic enabler of…

Metro Manila, Philippines - BDO Unibank, Inc. is set to issue peso-denominated fixed-rate sustainability bonds with a minimum aggregate issue size of ₱5 billion, marking the bank’s second sustainability bond this year following a ₱100-billion issue in January 2026. In aggregate, BDO has raised ₱386.7 billion in sustainability bonds through five issuances since January 2022. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has confirmed that the proposed issuance complies with the requirements set forth under the ASEAN Sustainability Bond Standards and the SEC ASEAN Sustainability Bond Circular. The proposed issuance will have a tenor of 1.5 years and a coupon rate of 6.26 percent per annum. The minimum investment amount is ₱500,000, with additional increments in multiples of ₱100,000 thereafter. The…

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Metro Manila, Philippines - More overseas Filipino workers are preparing for life after overseas work by exploring opportunities to save, invest, and build sustainable sources of income.  During the recent OFW Kabuhayan Expo 2026, BDO Unibank and its partner Xoom joined other organizations in promoting financial preparedness among migrant workers.  “We want to help OFWs make the most of every remittance—not only to support their families today, but also to build lasting opportunities for the future,” said BDO senior vice president and remittance head Genie Gloria.

Metro Manila, Philippines - The Filipinas Collectibles and Antique Society (FCAS) announces the staging of the FCAS 2026 Convention on June 26-28 at the Quantum Skyway, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City in Quezon City. Organizers said the event is expected to attract thousands of collectors, hobbyists, families, and enthusiasts nationwide and abroad, with an immersive experience in the diverse world of collecting.  The convention will bring together numismatics, banknotes, antiques, memorabilia, trading cards, stamps, comics, and other collectibles under one roof.  Adding international prestige to the event are globally recognized grading and authentication companies including PCGS and CCG, whose family of brands include NGC, PMG, ASG, and CGC. Their participation offers collectors access to world-class expertise in authentication, grading, and…

Metro Manila, Philippines - In the high-stakes corporate hubs of Makati and Ortigas, time is currency. For the modern professional, the barrier to advanced skincare hasn't been the cost, but the downtime. The era of "hiding away" for 48 hours to recover from an aggressive facial is over.  Enter Skin Republic’s Nano Infusion: a high-tech, zero-downtime treatment engineered for the "on-the-go" lifestyle.  Nano Infusion is dubbed the "Vitamin Drip for the Face." While traditional systemic drips circulate nutrients through the entire body, Nano Infusion bypasses the detour. It delivers a high-concentration cocktail of EGF (epidermal growth factors), stem cells, and peptides precisely where they are needed most.  The process is remarkably efficient. Utilizing a specialized tip that oscillates at high speeds, the treatment creates thousands…

Metro Manila, Philippines - Mynt, Inc., the fintech pioneer behind e-wallet GCash, today announced that its board and shareholders have authorized the company’s filing of a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission and a listing application with the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. in connection with a potential initial public offering (IPO). The proposed IPO will have the following terms: +the offer will be equivalent to 12 percent of Mynt’s total outstanding capital stock post-IPO +firm shares will consist of both primary and secondary offers. This same information was disclosed by Globe Telecom, Inc. in accordance with corporate governance standards and pertinent disclosure rules and regulations. “Over the past decade, Mynt has evolved from an e-wallet operator into the…

Metro Manila, Philippines - As the southernmost part of Mindanao was shaken by a magnitude 7.8 earthquake, which occurred offshore with its epicenter located 32 kilometers west of Maasim, Sarangani, Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum, Jr. reiterated that Metro Manila could potentially experience, meanwhile, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake from what is known as “The Big One.” In a radio interview, Solidum said that a magnitude 7.8 earthquake is not expected to originate from the West Valley Fault. Instead, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake is seen by experts as the highest potential tremor, often dubbed as “The Big One” in Metro Manila. Solidum further explained that the difference is that the epicenter [of the Mindanao earthquake] was offshore, which is why…