Integra RE's booth features an impressive features quality, high-tech equipment from solar panel, to power storage, battery, and adaptor, among others (above photo. Below, visitors and the media visit the booth on May 20. The Solar & Storage Live Philippines 2026, held recently at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, witnessed the new brand identity at “Integra R.E. — Unveiling the Future of Trusted Energy. ” The rebrand comes at an important time for the Philippine energy market. Recent grid alerts and outage concerns have reinforced what many businesses and households already experience: reliable, affordable, and cleaner power is no longer a future requirement, but an urgent national priority.  For Integra R.E., this reality strengthens the company’s role in supporting energy security by helping more customers and partners deploy rooftop solar, battery energy storage, and smarter distributed energy systems closer to where power is consumed.  The company said rooftop so...

Congratulations, Savoy Hotel Manila (SHM), on your new nomination as the Philippines’ Leading Airport Hotel at the prestigious 2026 World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia. Founded in 1993, WTA is the foremost symbol of excellence in global travel, recognizing destinations that exemplify outstanding hospitality and tourism.  The awarding will take place on September 27, 2026 (World Tourism Day) at Crossroads Maldives. Gunning for its sixth consecutive win, SHM has won the same citation in October 2025 at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong; in September 2024 in Manila; in September 2023 and 2022 both in HoChi Minh City, Vietnam; and in October 2021 in London, United Kingdom. SHM was also named Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel in 2021.    Moreover, the hotel was also awarded “The Value Star” at Tripzilla’s Travel Excellence Awards 2024, further highlighting its dedication and excellence in its barely eight years of existence in the industry. SMH is set to celebrate its anniversar...

NCCA officers and heritage advocates gather at the opening of National Heritage Month ( photo: Teddy Pelaez)    The National Heritage Month, or Pambansang Buwan ng Pamana, is a month-long celebration held every May in the Philippines. It honors the country’s rich cultural heritage and diverse traditions. Throughout the entire month, various events, programs, and activities will be held across the country to celebrate and showcase the richness of Philippine heritage and culture. This observance serves to preserve and promote Filipino culture, raise public awareness about its importance, and inspire every Filipino to take pride in their identity and shared history. On May 10, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), in partnership with the Municipality of Angono, the Angono Tourism Office, and the Commission for Cultural Heritage and the Arts of the Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Saint Clement. kicked off the festive opening ceremonies at the 7-hectare Loyola Ret...

Conrad Manila's festive Mother's Day 2026 celebration rom indulgent buffets at Brasserie on 3 and an elegant Hermès-inspired afternoon tea at C Lounge, to a bespoke lauriat at the Michelin-selected China Blue by Jereme Leung, complemented by artisanal creations from Bru Coffee Bar, Conrad Manila curates meaningful experiences and sweet celebrations to honor mothers.   “At Conrad Manila, we want every mother to feel deeply cherished, especially this Mother’s Day . We invite families to gather around the table and create meaningful moments together, experiences that every mom will truly treasure , ”   said Rupert Hallam, General Manager of Conrad Manila. Leaving no stones unturned , Conrad Manila’s offering shows boundless love and devotion through a thoughtfully curated selection of gastronomic experiences created to make her feel truly cherished. Over Mother’s Day weekend, guests are invited to gather for generous lunch and dinner buffets at Brasserie on 3, an elegant Hermès-i...

  SM hotels across the country  continue to create meaningful experiences for families by combining comfort, culinary delights, wellness, and exclusive shopping perks all in one memorable getaway. This May 2026, Mother’s Day is made more extra special with with meaningful moments the woman of the house can actually experience and truly enjoy.     “To Mom with Love” Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo celebrate s  Mother’s Day with “To Mom with Love” ,  a curated experience that shifts the spotlight where it belongs, on the woman who keeps everything together. At the heart of the celebration is the Ultimate Mom-cation  p riced at Php 4,698 net  r unning from May 2 to 11, 2026   The experience start es  with an overnight stay in a vibrant, comfortable room made for uninterrupted rest. Mornings begin with a breakfast buffet for two at Áni, followed by a relaxed afternoon merienda, the kind that invites you to slow down and stay a little longer at t...

    Taal Vista Hotel celebrate s  the most important woman in every family  with a thoughtfully curated experience designed for rest, relaxation, and meaningful moments together.   With the “Relax and Recharge Mom” room package, guests can treat Mom to a well-deserved escape surrounded by cool Tagaytay breezes and timeless charm. Rates start at Php 9,000 for a Superior Room, inclusive of an overnight stay for two adults and two children (12 years old and below), buffet breakfast for two adults and two children (5 years old and below), and a 60-minute “Awaken the Senses” massage at Rain, The Spa—the perfect indulgence for Mom to unwind and recharge.   The package also includes a welcome amenity, use of hotel facilities such as the gym, game room, kids’ club, and swimming pool, along with Wi-Fi access and one parking slot. This special offer is available until 31 May 2026, giving families more time to plan a memorable getaway.   On 10 May 2026 (Sunday), ...

This Mother’s Day, families come together to Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila for a celebration that is as meaningful as it is memorable. Thoughtfully curated to honour the women who matter most, this year’s offering brings together refined dining, heartfelt experiences, and moments designed to linger long after the day is done.  At the heart of the celebration is “A Table Set for Her” at Cyan Modern Kitchen, an elegant Mother’s Day buffet that transforms shared meals into cherished memories. Available for both lunch and dinner on 10 May 2026 (Sunday), it is priced at PHP 3,600 nett per person. Children aged 6 to 12 enjoy 50% savings, while children aged 5 and below dine complimentary when accompanied by a full-paying adult.  Guests may also enjoy free-flowing mocktails, juices, and sodas. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared to bring families together around the table, creating a warm and inviting space to celebrate her. Beyond the table, Moms are invited to pass by the “...

Make pulse checking a practical way to detect heart beat irregularities early: locate the radial pulse at the wrist, just below the base of the thumb, using the index and middle fingers. Count the beats for one full minute to determine both rate and rhythm. A normal resting pulse typically ranges from 60 to less than 100 beats per minute.  In celebration of Global Pulse Day every March 1, the Philippine Heart Association (PHA) and the Philippine Heart Rhythm Society (PHRS) joined the international campaign to raise awareness on cardiac arrhythmias. The global campaign is led by the European Heart Rhythm Association together with its sister societies: the Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society, Heart Rhythm Society, and Latin American Heart Rhythm Society. In the Philippines, the campaign has expanded into a month-long effort, with the PHRS and PHA leading nationwide awareness drives. In the March 27, 2026, episode of Usapang Puso sa Puso,streamed on PHA Facebook, PHA and PHRS Treasurer ...

    Invisacook is a revolutionary hidden induction cooking system installed beneath porcelain or ceramic countertops (the black countertop as shown here), allowing cooking directly on the surface. Imagine a kitchen counter with no visible stove or burners, no hardware of any kind –– just a seamless, uninterrupted surface. You set down a pot, press a button, and you start cooking. Now available in the Philippines and exclusively distributed by Haig & Lee, InvisaCook is a concealed induction cooktop that integrates directly beneath a custom-designed countertop, making the cooking surface completely invisible. For the Philippines launch, Haig & Lee partnered with Spanish interior architect Luis Castillo of Linea Casa to fabricate a custom sintered stone worktop as a showroom centerpiece — and it’s easy to see why a designer of his caliber got excited about the technology.   “Because the cook-top is hidden, we can treat countertops as part of a design instead of ...

  The beautiful reception area of the resort Green Nature Resort and Leisure Park recently hosted Manila media across all media platforms for an exclusive Familiarization Tour to introduce GNRLP as one of Laguna's emerging destinations offering as privileged to be part of the group which had the opportunity to experience both the resort and the surrounding destinations and witnessed the beauty and tourism potential of Nagcarlan as a unique destination in Southern Luzon showcasing some of the town's notable tourist stops and natural attractions. Not a newbie in Laguna and a second-timer in Nagcarlan, the trip became my first self-imposed land/local tourism adventure. As I was on a two-night staycation in my friend’s rest house in Talisay, Batangas, when I received the invitation, my adventure began from Sto. Tomas where I rode a jeepney going to Calamba. With the help of the locals and their genuine hospitality, I successfully made i...