finance
PHILSME Launches MSME Village at Manila Expo
PHILSME launched an MSME Village at its expo held at the SMX Convention Center.
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wellness
Manila Workers Break Phone Addiction With Structured Offline Time Programs
Manila's screen-addicted workforce is burning out, but a growing number of wellness programs say structured offline time, not willpower alone, is what finally breaks the cycle.
wellness
Social Connection as Medicine: Manila's Loneliness Epidemic Is a Public Health Crisis We Keep Ignoring
Researchers and wellness practitioners say chronic loneliness carries health risks comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and Metro Manila's fragmented urban life is making it worse.
things-to-do
Fort Santiago: A Riverside Citadel Inside Intramuros
Fort Santiago is a stone citadel at the mouth of the Pasig River inside Intramuros, combining defensive ruins, gardens, and a shrine to José Rizal.
things-to-do
Explore Intramuros: Manila's Spanish Walled City on Foot
Intramuros is the Spanish-era walled city at the core of old Manila, where stone gates, cobbled streets, and heritage sites sit within walking distance of one another.
wellness
Manila's Meditation Scene Helps Beginners Master Mindfulness Today
Forget the incense and the monastery, Manila's growing meditation scene makes it easier than ever to start sitting still.
things-to-do
The National Museum of Fine Arts in Manila
The National Museum of Fine Arts occupies the neoclassical Old Legislative Building in Ermita and displays Philippine painting and sculpture, with free admission.
Politics
House Bill 4782 on Social Services Funding Advances Through Committee: What It Means for Manila's Poorest Families
A pending legislative measure to expand cash assistance and healthcare coverage for low-income households in Metro Manila has cleared its first committee vote, with implementation expected by next fiscal year.
property
Manila's Build-to-Rent Projects Offer Fixed Leases and On-Site Services
Manila projects deliver fixed-cost leases and on-site services that ease monthly burdens compared with outright purchases in tight credit conditions.
Technology
Sigla AI: Cebu Startup Raises Millions to Transform Manila Healthcare Access
A health-tech platform trained on Filipino patient data is drawing serious investor attention, and it could reshape how millions of Manileños access medical care.
Technology
Manila's Tech Boom: Startups Replace Call Centers as Global Hub
From BGC's startup corridors to the fintech labs of Ortigas, the Philippine capital is rewriting its reputation as something far more than an outsourcing hub.
property
The Rent-Vesting Strategy Explained for Manila’s Housing Market
Young professionals are turning to rent-vesting as a workaround for Manila’s pricey homeownership market.
property
Manila First-Home Buyers Access State Grants, Reduced Transfer Taxes Now
First-home buyers in Manila can tap current state grants and reduced transfer taxes through programs tied to the Pag-IBIG Fund and city housing offices.
Technology
Manila's Tech Ecosystem Offers Jobs, Startups, and Government Support
Manila's tech ecosystem offers established companies, startups and government support that shape opportunities for local professionals.
wellness
Three breaths between you and the edge: breathwork techniques for instant calm during a stressful day
Manila's wellness practitioners are reviving ancient breathing methods, and the science behind them is hard to argue with.
news
Manila Families Battle Years of Legal Fights Over Duplicate Land Titles
Homeowners in Tondo, Sampaloc, and beyond are discovering their properties carry two or more conflicting titles, and the legal fight to fix it can take years.
Politics
Manila's Transit Systems Face Delays as Federal Funding Cuts Deepen
With Washington cutting spending on key programs, the capital's aging transit systems and public facilities face mounting delays and reduced maintenance.
wellness
Manila Schools Launch Mindfulness Programs to Boost Student Well-Being
As Manila's schools look to improve student well-being, mindfulness programs are becoming increasingly popular, with several local initiatives now on offer.
wellness
Manila Residents Launch Walking Groups to Build Neighborhood Community
Manila's sidewalks are getting busier-here's a practical guide to turning a daily stroll into a community movement.