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More people are becoming increasingly intentional about their health, focusing on building sustainable daily habits rather than relying solely on annual check-ups. From tracking sleep quality to managing stress levels, many are turning to smart wearable devices to better understand how their lifestyle choices shape how they feel each day. Xiaomi’s latest lineup of wearables — the Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S5, and Xiaomi Buds 6 — serves as a practical toolkit for users who want to better understand their bodies, move with greater purpose, and stay more in control of their overall well-being. Whether it’s a morning workout, a full day of meetings, or simply improving sleep habits, these devices are designed to make health tracking more personal, practical, and seamlessly integrated into everyday life. Smarter, more accessible health tracking Built for all-day comfort and a wide range of lifestyles, the Xiaomi Smart Ban...

Key Highlights: • The Jollibee Group expanded its inclusive jobs program for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to Taguig City. • The partnership will cover 16 company-owned stores in Taguig across Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, and Burger King.   • Each participating store will hire two senior citizens and one PWD who will work as customer relations staff. • The program builds on the Jollibee Group’s inclusive employment initiative, which has provided opportunities to over 1,000 senior citizens and PWDs since 2019. Inclusive jobs program. Taguig City Mayor Maria Laarni Cayetano (center) shakes hands with Gerald Juliano(rightmost), HR Director, Jollibee Group PH, after the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement to expand inclusive employment opportunities for qualified senior citizens and persons with disabilities in participating company-owned stores in Taguig. Joining them during the signing is Atty. Raul Academia (leftmost),...

If you are tired of watching fuel prices eat away at your monthly budget, your daily commute is about to get a massive wake-up call. A major shakeup is hitting Philippine roads, and it might finally convince local riders to ditch gas for good. ​The Vietnamese electric vehicle giant, VinFast, has officially opened the reservation lines for three of its highly anticipated electric two-wheelers: the Evo, the Feliz II, and the Viper. For a completely refundable booking fee of just ₱3,000, you can secure a spot in line before the initial batch of shipments rolls out this coming July. ​What makes this launch a massive deal isn’t just the sleek designs—it’s the math behind running them. ​ The Subscription Model That Changes Everything ​Historically, buying an electric vehicle meant coughing up a massive upfront premium for the battery. VinFast is completely bypassing that roadblock by separa...

As households continue to look for smarter ways to manage their grocery budgets, Grab Philippines is teaming up with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold to bring weekend savings to everyday essentials on GrabMart. Running from May 29 to June 21, the campaign gives consumers PHP 20 off select grocery staples exclusively on GrabMart, covering fast-moving household items such as fresh meats, rice, eggs, water, and pantry basics. The campaign cements GrabMart’s position as a practical option not only for convenience, but also for value-driven grocery shopping.  “Managing a household today requires an extraordinary amount of resourcefulness, and Grab acts as a practical partner to Filipino families in managing their daily expenses,” said Grab Philippines Chief Commercial Officer EJ Dela Vega. “Amid these economic pressures, we are making essential goods more accessible and budget-friendly. By bringing these discounted items straight to the...

The Quezon City Government and Boehringer Ingelheim Philippines formally signed the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the rollout of the “Iwas Dialysis, Ligtas Kidneys: Get CheCKD Habang Maaga Pa!” program.   The citywide program aims to strengthen early chronic kidney disease (CKD) detection and improve kidney health awareness among QCitizens, particularly individuals at higher risk of the disease. Through barangay health centers, the initiative will support community-based screening efforts, provide practical kidney health guidance, facilitate timely hospital referrals for patients with abnormal findings, and encourage healthier habits to help reduce long-term risk. In the Philippines, CKD remains a growing health concern, with an estimated 13 million Filipinos, or 11.2% of the population, living with the condition, many of whom remain undiagnosed until later stages.[1] The initiative forms part of Boehringer Ingelheim’s Sustain...

Forget the daily "I have nothing to wear" panic. Robinsons Department Store just made outfit-planning so much easier with Grab-A-Fit, Basics Collection. On May 22, 2026, Robinsons Department Store hosted the official launch of Grab-A-Fit at Robinsons Department Store Galleria, transforming the store space into a high-energy fashion playground. The event also introduced the new Basics everyday wear collection of Grab-A-Fit, a brand exclusively available at Robinsons Department Store, all branches nationwide.  The Grab a Fit Basics collection has casual, smart casual, and urban style pieces that you can mix and match to pull off any look for your daily grind. Whether it’s casual chic for weekend strolls or a polished business look for important meetings, Grab-A-Fit has trendy pieces for everyone. Centered on exceptional affordability and versatility, the launch event made effortless style accessible to everyone. Curated ma...