Steps toward better education
In a bid to enhance the quality of and increase access to education in the Philippines, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission...
An ever-evolving Manila
Today, June 24, marks the 448th founding anniversary of the City of Manila. Early this month, Malacañang declared this day a special non-working holiday...
A consumption-driven economy
Consumer spending has traditionally been the driving force behind the growth of the Philippine economy in recent years, with households contributing majority of aggregate...
Getting to know the global consumers
More interesting insights are being discovered about the global consumers, their lifestyles, and their preferences.
Recently, global strategic market intelligence company Euromonitor International came up...
Belmont Hotel Boracay at Boracay Newcoast soon to open
A haven of white sands and crystal-clear waters
After six months of rehabilitation in 2018, the Philippines’ most famous tourist destination is once again open...
A time to remember and reflect
It was on June 12, 1898, when the “Act of the Proclamation of Independence of the Filipino People” was read at General Emilio Aguinaldo’s...
Injap Sia: the young visionary
Edgar ‘Injap’ Sia II, the Philippines’ youngest billionaire, shares a glimpse of his life, entrepreneurial insights, and dreams for the Filipinos
Edgar J. Sia II,...
How to start down a path to success
By Bjorn Biel M. Beltran, Special Features Writer
Success is never a straightforward path. Often, especially when just starting out, one can find many seemingly insurmountable...
What executive talents and companies expect from search firms
By Mark Louis F. Ferrolino, Special Features Writer
Key executives, among other talents, face the most challenging transition in their careers. As they pursue opportunities outside...
Argentina’s first steps to independence
In the lower part of South America, Argentina celebrates its National Day every 25th of May. More known as the May Revolution Day, or...
An accomplished yet humble-hearted man
Remembering David L. Balangue
Accounting and auditing veteran David “Dave” L. Balangue’s life ended last April 29 after he succumbed to a lingering illness at...
An advocate for a better, brighter Philippines
As the former chairman and managing partner of accounting giant SGV & Co., David L. Balangue’s work as an accounting and auditing veteran was...




