What' Up Today by Mr. Ang

   DMAP’s flagship conference returns October 15–16 with global thought leaders, five specialized tracks, and immersive experiences built around the power of collaboration The Digital Marketing Association of the Philippines (DMAP) is bringing together more than 2,000 marketers, creatives, technologists, business leaders, and innovators as DigiCon 2026 returns for its 11th edition on October 15–16 at the Grand Ballroom of the Manila Marriott Hotel. Anchored on the theme “Interoperability: Welcome to the Age of Collaboration,” this year’s DigiCon puts the spotlight on what happens when industries, ideas, technology, and talent work together, creating new possibilities for brands and businesses navigating an increasingly connected digital landscape. Beyond its lineup of thought leaders, DigiCon 2026 will feature diverse session formats, from keynote presentations and expert-led panel discussions to interactive experiences and a live debate. These formats are designed to spark me...

   The Creator Camp speakers encouraged aspiring content creators to start before they’re ready, stay consistent, and build a future that supports their creativity.   What does it take to turn creativity into a sustainable career? For Filipino content creators Baus Rufo, Carlo Ople, and Jaz Reyes, the answer goes beyond views and followers. It starts with taking the first step, showing up consistently, and making intentional decisions that support both creative growth and financial well-being.     During Sun Life Philippines’ first-ever creator camp, entitled “One Day to Day One,” the three creators shared lessons from their own journeys, offering emerging content creators practical advice on building meaningful content, overcoming self-doubt, and creating opportunities that last.     Start Before You’re Ready     For comedian, content creator, and event producer Baus Rufo, pursuing a creative career did not happen overnight. During...

   to Anne Curtis and XPENG at Oficial Brand Launch Ahead of October Store Opening VIP guests experienced the XPENG X9 and L03 alongside Anne Curtis, as XPENG North EDSA opened test-drive and pre-order opportunities with exclusive early-customer privileges. XPENG North EDSA brought its VIP customers, partners, and invited guests to the oficial XPENG Philippines Brand Launch at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, giving them an exclusive first-hand experience of the brand’s intelligent electric vehicles ahead of the opening of the XPENG North EDSA flagship store this October. One of the highlights of the event was the appearance of Anne Curtis, who joined XPENG in introducing the brand to Filipino audiences and showcased her XPENG L03, giving guests a closer look at the vehicle alongside one of the country’s most recognized personalities. For XPENG North EDSA’s invited guests, the event went beyond witnessing the oficial launch. It ofered an opportunity to experience the XPENG X9 and L0...

   Sun Pera-Aralan, Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc.’s (Sun Life Foundation) flagship financial literacy program in collaboration with AHA! Behavioral Design, was recently recognized at the 2026 Marketing Excellence Awards with a Silver Award for Excellence in Financial Empowerment Marketing.   Launched in 2019, Sun Pera-Aralan aims to help lessen the debt crisis among public school teachers. The program uses insights from behavioral science, combining an innovative budgeting tool called Peso Sobre, cash flow management learning sessions, learning resources, and peer networks to help make better money management habits part of everyday practice. Through these efforts, the program aims to help teachers strengthen their financial health.   In 2025, Sun Pera-Aralan achieved its goal, reaching over 133,000 public school teachers across more than 2,300 schools in Metro Manila and CALABARZON. The program has also helped teachers build healthier financial hab...

   ,   Distribution of essential household items in Glan, Sarangani. Photo courtesy of Save the Children Philippines.   Canadian-based financial services company Sun Life recently donated CAD 100,000 (PHP 4.3 million) to support relief efforts following a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao in early June.   The earthquake caused widespread damage, leaving many families displaced and with limited access to basic needs and services.   Of the total donation, CAD 50,000 aided Save the Children Philippines in providing food and essential household items to the most affected and vulnerable families, including women-headed households, Indigenous communities, and families with young children, seniors, and persons with disabilities.    Over 300 families received food packages and essential household supplies sufficient for one month, sleeping bags and cooking supplies, hygiene kits, and portable solar-powered radios and lamps to help address thei...

   Cong. Mark Cojuangco, Alpas Pinas, continue the push for the integration of nuclear energy to address ongoing power shortages in the country  As other countries continue to expand their nuclear energy programs, the Philippines faces recurring power shortages, with yellow and red alerts declared across various regions. According to global statistics platform Worldometer, the country generates approximately 124 TWh of electricity annually, while neighboring countries such as Vietnam and Indonesia each produce over 300 TWh—more than twice the country’s total generation.  This highlights a growing need for the Philippines to diversify its energy sources and keep up with the increasing demand for electricity. Long regarded as the least prioritized source and subject to safety concerns, nuclear energy is again becoming relevant to the country's energy discussionsas another viable option within the national grid, given the changes in the modern energy landscape. The reco...

     Sun Life Foundation Executive Director Kristine Millete (front row, second from left) joins representatives from Save the Children Philippines, the Muntinlupa City Health Office, and other community partners during the ceremonial launch of Project SUNBRIGHT Multiplied in Muntinlupa City.   Sun Life Financial-Philippines Foundation, Inc. (Sun Life Foundation) continues to champion a brighter future for children with the launch of Project SUNBRIGHT Multiplied, extending comprehensive nutrition, caregiving, early learning, and community health support to additional families in Muntinlupa City.   As the third phase of its SUNBRIGHT program, Project SUNBRIGHT Multiplied now encompasses Barangay Cupang and Barangay Poblacion alongside the original Barangay Alabang. This expansion is expected to directly support approximately 1,600 residents, including children, pregnant and lactating women, and primary caregivers. An additional 65,500 Muntinlupa residents are als...