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  Every barkada starts with a first. Your first spontaneous café hop with new college friends, your first weekend road trip together, or your first concert with people who soon become your favorite memories. These shared experiences deserve more than a quick snapshot. They deserve photos everyone will want to save, share, and remember. That's why OPPO is bringing the OPPO Reno16 Series 5G to the Philippines. Built around its Pocket Studio imaging experience and the all-new OPPO Bubble with Camera Remote View, the upcoming smartphone is designed to help every barkada capture their first moments together without leaving anyone out of the story. Professional-level imaging for every first barkada moment The OPPO Reno16 Series 5G is designed to make everyday photography feel more effortless and expressive. At the heart of its Pocket Studio experience are a 200MP Main Camera, a 50MP Ultra-Wide Selfie Camera, and Dual View Video, giving users the tools to capture group adventures, everyda...

  22 July 2026, Manila, Philippines — CASIO Philippines is expanding its local lineup this August with two highly anticipated releases: the G-SHOCK Bold Camo Series and the CASIO x J Balvin CRW001JB-9 Limited-Edition Ring Watch, both showcasing the brand’s continued evolution at the intersection of durability, design, and self-expression. Launching on August 1 is the G-SHOCK Bold Camo Series, which reimagines the DW-6900, GA-700, and GA-V01 models with matte camouflage finishes accented by radiant gold dials. The collection features an exclusive camouflage pattern that subtly conceals G-SHOCK's signature “G” mark, giving each timepiece a distinctive streetwear-inspired identity while preserving the toughness and reliability that have made G-SHOCK one of the brand's most recognizable collections. The new series offers a fresh interpretation of G-SHOCK’s signature designs by combining rugged performance with modern streetwear-inspired aesthetics. While introducing a bold new vi...

  PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 2026 - Football fans traded the stadium for the cinema as SM Cinema successfully brought the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final to the big screen through an exclusive Watch Party at the Directors Club and SM Event Screen of SM Aura Cinema. Presented by Visa, the event transformed the premium cinema into the ultimate venue for one of the world's biggest sporting spectacles, bringing together football communities for an unforgettable celebration made possible by its valued partners. As part of SM Supermalls' commitment to delivering maxed out experiences across the country's most loved malls, the event gave fans an unforgettable way to witness football history together. Long before kickoff, guests were already immersed in the electric atmosphere. The evening featured pre-match activities, interactive photo opportunities, and networking sessions before fans settled into the luxurious comfort of Directors Club cinemas to witness every ...

  How SM Supermalls and the Department of Trade and Industry are creating more pathways for entrepreneurs to grow PASAY CITY, Philippines — Starting a business has never been easier. Growing one remains the real challenge. As more Filipinos—particularly young entrepreneurs—turn their ideas into businesses, the conversation is shifting from simply encouraging entrepreneurship to creating the right conditions for MSMEs to scale sustainably.   According to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) , MSMEs account for 99.6% of all registered businesses in the Philippines , making them the backbone of the country's economy. Yet despite their significant contribution, many continue to face familiar barriers—limited market access, low business visibility, and the challenge of expanding beyond their first customers. These are challenges that neither the government nor the private sector can solve alone.    Increasingly, meaningful public-private partnerships are proving to...

MANILA, Philippines, July 2026 – Coffee lovers are in for their next caffeine-fueled adventure as SM Mall of Asia (MOA), the country’s most loved mall for larger-than-life experiences, partners with The Solana Market to bring together sought-after brews, local finds, and immersive experiences at MOA Brewtopia. As part of its commitment to delivering maxed out experiences, the 10-day festival transforms the mall into the ultimate destination for Philippine coffee culture. Happening from July 17 to 26, 2026, the 10-day coffee festival transforms the MOA Main Atrium into a buzzing hub for coffee culture, bringing together 22 curated cafés and lifestyle merchants alongside interactive activities and larger-than-life installations. 22 Iconic Brands Under One Roof Coffee aficionados can discover some of the country’s sought-after brews without having to hop from one destination to another. From rich and earthy notes to nutty and chocolatey flavors, MOA Brewtopia offers a taste of the diversi...