Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported record net earnings of PHP37.3 billion in the first nine months of the year, driven by solid loan growth, improving margin trend, healthy trading income alongside well managed cost growth. Pre-provision operating profit in 9M 2025 grew 12.1% year-on-year to PHP59.2 billion. “Our prudent approach in expanding our…
A Celebration of Comfort, Connection, and Effortless Fashion in Cagayan de Oro and Davao MANILA, Philippines — Following the adrenaline-fueled success of its Full Speed Ahead campaign, Philippine fashion leader PENSHOPPE invites everyone to slow down and savor life’s most meaningful moments with its newest campaign: “Cozy Days Ahead.” Launching this October with special events…
IN PHOTO: Big Bad Wolf Books co-founder and executive director Jacqueline Ng announced on Tuesday, October 28, the return of the world’s largest book sale to Davao City on November 13 to 24 at The Tent of Azuela Cove in Lanang. (Photo credit to Ivy Tejano) By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY — Big Bad Wolf…
For today’s students, learning doesn’t stop after school hours. It stretches into the night at home, where shared spaces typically transform into mini study hubs. Parents also feel this shift, even on #WalangPasok days when school shifts to virtual lectures and an internet connection is essential at any time of the day. Every school season…
Scams have grown into one of the most pressing global threats, hitting individuals, businesses, and governments with staggering force. In the Philippines, one in three citizens has been targeted in the past year, with fraud losses reaching USD 8.1 billion, equivalent to 1.9% of the nation’s GDP. Yet two-thirds of victims never report incidents, leaving…
Free protection now available to Android users via the GlobeOne app Globe has launched a new SMS Scam Shield feature on the GlobeOne app to help protect users from the growing threat of text-based phishing attacks, particularly those sent through spoofed Globe or GCash sender IDs. The feature, currently available to Android users, is Globe’s…
The Davao City Water District (DCWD) delivered 2,000 six-liter-bottles of drinking water for victims affected by recent earthquakes in Davao Oriental. The DCWD Board chaired by Ed Bangayan along with the water district management headed by Mildred Aviles jointly made the decision as part of DCWD’s Corporate Social Responsibility program and in response to the…
The DUOB team officially launches its coordinated charity and relief operations in response to the devastating earthquake that struck Davao Oriental. With homes destroyed, families displaced, and communities in urgent need, DUOB stands in active solidarity, mobilizing resources, volunteers, and compassion to deliver life-saving assistance. As of morning of October 16, DUOB members and partners…
Choosing the school where you’ll spend some of the most formative years of your life is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. This choice can significantly influence your future — academically, professionally and personally. The college years is more than just academics. It’s a time to discover one’s path to a future…
Photo Caption: (L-R) Raymond Policarpio – VP and Head, Globe Business Strategy Management and Business Investments, Wong Kian Soon – Regional Sales Engineering Director, Ciena, Es Ortega – Director for NTG Common Infra Planning & Engineering, Globe Business, Carlo Malana – President and CEO, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, Cocoy Claravall – VP and Head…
