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Mindful Consumption During the Holiday Season
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The season of sales and spending is here, fueled by Christmas and other year-end bonuses.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Richard Mendoza
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Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Richard Mendoza
#ConsciousConsumption
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Four generations coexist in today’s Filipino workplace, each with different contexts and expectations. Embracing generational fluency can transform this diversity into a competitive advantage, an expert says.
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Turning Generational Diversity into Organizational Strength
Four generations coexist in today’s Filipino workplace, each with different contexts and expectations. Embracing generational fluency can transform this dive...
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December 24, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Four generations coexist in today’s Filipino workplace, each with different contexts and expectations. Embracing generational fluency can transform this diversity into a competitive advantage, an expert says.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Ibani C. Padao of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development’s Environmental, Land Use and Urban Planning and Development Bureau explains how digital tools like PlanSmart and AutoCAM can modernize urban planning and land use management. zurl.co/jSJDy
Modernizing Philippine Urban Development through Digital Tools
Ibani C. Padao, officer-in-charge director of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development’s Environmental, Land Use and Urban Planning and Deve...
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December 24, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Ibani C. Padao of the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development’s Environmental, Land Use and Urban Planning and Development Bureau explains how digital tools like PlanSmart and AutoCAM can modernize urban planning and land use management. zurl.co/jSJDy
Dining In/Out: Tasting Christmas
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Dining In/Out: Tasting Christmas - BusinessWorld Online
CITY OF DREAMS (COD) Manila’s signature restaurants — Crystal Dragon, Haliya, Nobu Manila, and The Café — are bringing holiday cheer through special menus that evoke the season’s festive flavors.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Dining In/Out: Tasting Christmas
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Entertainment News (12/23/25)
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Entertainment News (12/23/25) - BusinessWorld Online
A SERIES of Santa meet and greets and caroling performances are scheduled at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls over the coming week.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Entertainment News (12/23/25)
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THAI MUSICIAN James Alyn, known as one-half of the pop duo HYBS, has released his latest single as a solo artist, titled “Don’t Worry,” featuring the British pop band PREP.
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Thai artist James Alyn, London-based pop band PREP team up - BusinessWorld Online
THAI MUSICIAN James Alyn, known as one-half of the pop duo HYBS, has released his latest single as a solo artist, titled “Don’t Worry,” featuring the British pop band PREP.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:30 AM
THAI MUSICIAN James Alyn, known as one-half of the pop duo HYBS, has released his latest single as a solo artist, titled “Don’t Worry,” featuring the British pop band PREP.
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DIRECTOR James Cameron’s third Avatar movie kicked off its box office run with roughly $345 million in global ticket sales through Sunday, meeting pre-weekend forecasts for the epic movie franchise from Walt Disney.
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Third Avatar film lights up global box office - BusinessWorld Online
DIRECTOR James Cameron’s third Avatar movie kicked off its box office run with roughly $345 million in global ticket sales through Sunday, meeting pre-weekend forecasts for the epic movie franchise from Walt Disney. Avatar: Fire and Ash ranked as the second-highest Hollywood movie debut for 2025, behind only the $556 million for Disney’s Zootopia 2 […]
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December 23, 2025 at 10:15 AM
DIRECTOR James Cameron’s third Avatar movie kicked off its box office run with roughly $345 million in global ticket sales through Sunday, meeting pre-weekend forecasts for the epic movie franchise from Walt Disney.
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THE usual dramas and comedies will be joined by a historical crime thriller, a horror anthology, and different shades of romance this year at the MMFF. Organized by the MMDA, it runs from Dec. 25 to early January 2026.
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A guide to the Metro Manila Film Festival entries - BusinessWorld Online
THE usual dramas and comedies will be joined by a historical crime thriller, a horror anthology, and different shades of romance this year at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Organized by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), it runs from Dec. 25 to early January 2026. The film festival celebrates its 51st year with […]
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December 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
THE usual dramas and comedies will be joined by a historical crime thriller, a horror anthology, and different shades of romance this year at the MMFF. Organized by the MMDA, it runs from Dec. 25 to early January 2026.
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The top priority for Thailand and Cambodia is to agree to a ceasefire and stop fighting as soon as possible resume dialogue, and resolve their border disputes peacefully, a special Chinese envoy to the region said.
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Chinese envoy urges Thailand-Cambodia to resume ceasefire as soon as possible - BusinessWorld Online
BEIJING — The top priority for Thailand and Cambodia is to agree to a ceasefire and stop fighting as soon as possible resume dialogue, and resolve their border disputes peacefully, a special Chinese envoy to the region said. For three weeks, Thailand and Cambodia have engaged in daily exchanges of rockets and artillery along their […]
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December 23, 2025 at 9:02 AM
The top priority for Thailand and Cambodia is to agree to a ceasefire and stop fighting as soon as possible resume dialogue, and resolve their border disputes peacefully, a special Chinese envoy to the region said.
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Senior officials of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party began a two-day meeting on Monday that is set to select candidates for the country’s leadership positions for the next five years.
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Vietnam’s top leadership talks heat up as Communist Party meets - BusinessWorld Online
HANOI — Senior officials of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party began a two-day meeting on Monday that is set to select candidates for the country’s leadership positions for the next five years. The gathering precedes the five-yearly party congress, scheduled on January 19-25, which will formally nominate leaders and set key policy and economic targets for the […]
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December 23, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Senior officials of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party began a two-day meeting on Monday that is set to select candidates for the country’s leadership positions for the next five years.
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OPINION | From P400 million to P13 billion: The WeeComm story and growth lessons for real estate entrepreneurs
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December 23, 2025 at 8:30 AM
OPINION | From P400 million to P13 billion: The WeeComm story and growth lessons for real estate entrepreneurs
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the opening ceremonies of hotels in a tourist zone of the country with his daughter Ju Ae, as he sought to highlight the country’s economic progress before a key party congress due to take place early next year.
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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un tours hotels with daughter, lauds economic progress - BusinessWorld Online
SEOUL — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the opening ceremonies of hotels in a tourist zone of the country with his daughter Ju Ae, as he sought to highlight the country’s economic progress before a key party congress due to take place early next year. Five hotels opened on Saturday and Sunday in North […]
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December 23, 2025 at 8:14 AM
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the opening ceremonies of hotels in a tourist zone of the country with his daughter Ju Ae, as he sought to highlight the country’s economic progress before a key party congress due to take place early next year.
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GOTIANUN-LED developer Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) is closing its dormant subsidiary Filinvest Lifemalls Mimosa, Inc. (FLMI) to simplify its corporate structure and focus on subsidiaries that are actively generating value, the company said.
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Filinvest to dissolve dormant Mimosa unit to streamline operations - BusinessWorld Online
GOTIANUN-LED developer Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) is closing its dormant subsidiary Filinvest Lifemalls Mimosa, Inc. (FLMI) to simplify its corporate structure and focus on subsidiaries that are actively generating value, the company said. “Since FLMI has no assets, operations, or employees, its closure allows us to focus on subsidiaries that are actively driving value and […]
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December 23, 2025 at 7:45 AM
GOTIANUN-LED developer Filinvest Land, Inc. (FLI) is closing its dormant subsidiary Filinvest Lifemalls Mimosa, Inc. (FLMI) to simplify its corporate structure and focus on subsidiaries that are actively generating value, the company said.
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VILLAR-LED property developer Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. said on Monday it has settled P3.5 billion in peso retail bonds.
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Vista Land settles P3.5-B retail bonds - BusinessWorld Online
VILLAR-LED property developer Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. said on Monday it has settled P3.5 billion in peso retail bonds. The bonds were settled using proceeds from advances provided by the company’s majority shareholders, it said in a stock exchange disclosure. The retail bonds, which were issued on Dec. 21, 2018, matured on Dec. 22. […]
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December 23, 2025 at 7:30 AM
VILLAR-LED property developer Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. said on Monday it has settled P3.5 billion in peso retail bonds.
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DAVAO-BASED property developer Damosa Land, Inc. (DLI) expects to enter 2026 on a strong note with the opening of its 100-room TRYP by Wyndham Samal, which is seen to boost the Mindanao island’s appeal as a leisure and business destination.
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Damosa Land upbeat on 2026 as Samal hotel launch nears - BusinessWorld Online
DAVAO-BASED property developer Damosa Land, Inc. (DLI) expects to enter 2026 on a strong note with the opening of its 100-room TRYP by Wyndham Samal, which is seen to boost the Mindanao island’s appeal as a leisure and business destination. “With TRYP by Wyndham Samal launching next year, we are entering a new chapter that […]
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December 23, 2025 at 7:25 AM
DAVAO-BASED property developer Damosa Land, Inc. (DLI) expects to enter 2026 on a strong note with the opening of its 100-room TRYP by Wyndham Samal, which is seen to boost the Mindanao island’s appeal as a leisure and business destination.
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MANILA outperformed nine APAC cities in flexible workspace demand this year as multinational companies and business process outsourcing firms pursued more cost-efficient workspace strategies, according to a report by The Instant Group.
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Manila leads APAC in flexible workspace demand — report - BusinessWorld Online
MANILA outperformed nine Asia-Pacific (APAC) cities in flexible workspace demand this year as multinational companies and business process outsourcing firms pursued more cost-efficient workspace strategies, according to a report by The Instant Group, a global advisory firm specializing in flexible workspaces. The Philippine capital recorded a 51% surge in demand for flexible workspaces, making it […]
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December 23, 2025 at 7:15 AM
MANILA outperformed nine APAC cities in flexible workspace demand this year as multinational companies and business process outsourcing firms pursued more cost-efficient workspace strategies, according to a report by The Instant Group.
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PH RESORTS Group Holdings, Inc., the gaming company of Davao-based tycoon Dennis A. Uy, said it is considering joint venture projects following the revocation of its license for a casino project in Cebu.
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PH Resorts exploring options after Cebu casino license revocation - BusinessWorld Online
PH RESORTS Group Holdings, Inc., the gaming company of Davao-based tycoon Dennis A. Uy, said it is considering joint venture projects following the revocation of its license for a casino project in Cebu. In a letter to the stock exchange, the company said it is “assessing possible business plans, strategic directions, and potential opportunities that […]
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December 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM
PH RESORTS Group Holdings, Inc., the gaming company of Davao-based tycoon Dennis A. Uy, said it is considering joint venture projects following the revocation of its license for a casino project in Cebu.
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FRENCH CARRIER Air France will halt its direct flights between Paris and Manila from May to October next year, according to international airline route tracker AeroRoutes.
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Air France to suspend Paris-Manila flights from May to October 2026 - BusinessWorld Online
FRENCH CARRIER Air France will halt its direct flights between Paris and Manila from May to October next year, according to international airline route tracker AeroRoutes. In an update on Dec. 19, AeroRoutes said Air France will not operate the Paris Charles de Gaulle-Manila route between May 4 and Oct. 12, 2026, which falls within […]
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December 23, 2025 at 6:45 AM
FRENCH CARRIER Air France will halt its direct flights between Paris and Manila from May to October next year, according to international airline route tracker AeroRoutes.
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ARANETA-LED PhilWeb Corp. announced the resignation of Gregorio Ma. Araneta III, Alfonso Araneta, and Luis Araneta as directors and officers to comply with first closing obligations under its recent share purchase agreement.
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Board shake-up at PhilWeb as Aranetas step down - BusinessWorld Online
ARANETA-LED electronic gaming technology services provider PhilWeb Corp. announced the resignation of Gregorio Ma. Araneta III, Alfonso M. Araneta, and Luis M. Araneta as directors and officers to comply with first closing obligations under its recent share purchase agreement. “We write to report that Mr. Gregorio Araneta III, Mr. Alfonso M. Araneta, and Mr. Luis […]
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December 23, 2025 at 6:30 AM
ARANETA-LED PhilWeb Corp. announced the resignation of Gregorio Ma. Araneta III, Alfonso Araneta, and Luis Araneta as directors and officers to comply with first closing obligations under its recent share purchase agreement.
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The first stage of China’s reusable Long March 12A “was not successfully recovered” during the rocket’s inaugural flight on Monday, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency, as Beijing looks to close the gap with US giant SpaceX.
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China’s second attempt at completing a reusable rocket test fails - BusinessWorld Online
BEIJING — The first stage of China’s reusable Long March 12A “was not successfully recovered” during the rocket’s inaugural flight on Monday, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency, as Beijing looks to close the gap with US giant SpaceX. The second stage of the rocket did successfully enter its planned orbit, Xinhua reported. The […]
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December 23, 2025 at 6:25 AM
The first stage of China’s reusable Long March 12A “was not successfully recovered” during the rocket’s inaugural flight on Monday, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency, as Beijing looks to close the gap with US giant SpaceX.
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MANILA International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship facility of Razon-led International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), said it handled three million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) this year, its highest volume in a single year.
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MICT says record 3 million TEUs handled as port modernizes - BusinessWorld Online
MANILA International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship facility of Razon-led International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), said it handled three million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) this year, its highest volume in a single year. In a statement on Monday, MICT Chief Executive Officer Christian Lozano said the record shows the terminal’s capacity to manage higher […]
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December 23, 2025 at 6:15 AM
MANILA International Container Terminal (MICT), the flagship facility of Razon-led International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), said it handled three million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) this year, its highest volume in a single year.
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LISTED poultry integrator Vitarich Corp. (VITA) secured P400 million from AXA Philippines Life and General Insurance Co. (AXA Philippines) to end a long-running insurance dispute over damages from Typhoon Ondoy in 2009.
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Vitarich, AXA end insurance dispute with P400-M settlement - BusinessWorld Online
LISTED poultry integrator Vitarich Corp. (VITA) secured P400 million from AXA Philippines Life and General Insurance Co. (AXA Philippines) to end a long-running insurance dispute over damages from Typhoon Ondoy in 2009. In a stock exchange disclosure on Monday, Vitarich said the Dec. 19 settlement is expected to have a material impact on its liquidity […]
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December 23, 2025 at 6:00 AM
LISTED poultry integrator Vitarich Corp. (VITA) secured P400 million from AXA Philippines Life and General Insurance Co. (AXA Philippines) to end a long-running insurance dispute over damages from Typhoon Ondoy in 2009.
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ETON PROPERTIES Philippines, Inc., the real estate arm of tycoon Lucio C. Tan, has partnered with the Philippine National Bank to simplify home loan financing for OFWs and local buyers seeking to invest in residential property in the Philippines.
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Eton, PNB partner to simplify home loan financing for OFWs, locals - BusinessWorld Online
ETON PROPERTIES Philippines, Inc. (EPPI), the real estate arm of tycoon Lucio C. Tan, has partnered with the Philippine National Bank (PNB) to simplify home loan financing for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and local buyers seeking to invest in residential property in the Philippines. Through a memorandum of agreement, the partnership aims to provide a […]
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December 23, 2025 at 5:45 AM
ETON PROPERTIES Philippines, Inc., the real estate arm of tycoon Lucio C. Tan, has partnered with the Philippine National Bank to simplify home loan financing for OFWs and local buyers seeking to invest in residential property in the Philippines.
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TAN-LED property developer Megaworld Corp. said it has finalized a P1.32-billion transaction on the sale of 98 million common shares in its real estate investment trust (REIT).
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Megaworld completes P1.32-B MREIT block sale - BusinessWorld Online
TAN-LED property developer Megaworld Corp. said it has finalized a P1.32-billion transaction on the sale of 98 million common shares in its real estate investment trust (REIT). In a regulatory filing on Monday, Megaworld said it sold the 98 million common shares of MREIT, Inc. at P13.50 each under a block sale transaction. Proceeds from […]
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December 23, 2025 at 5:30 AM
TAN-LED property developer Megaworld Corp. said it has finalized a P1.32-billion transaction on the sale of 98 million common shares in its real estate investment trust (REIT).
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Indonesia and the US have agreed on all substantial issues for a tariff deal, paving the way for the signing of an agreement by presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump at the end of January, Indonesia’s chief negotiator said.
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Indonesia eyes US tariff deal signing in January, says all issues settled - BusinessWorld Online
JAKARTA — Indonesia and the US have agreed on all substantial issues for a tariff deal, paving the way for the signing of an agreement by presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump at the end of January, Indonesia’s chief negotiator said. Senior Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto, speaking from Washington late on Monday after meeting US […]
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December 23, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Indonesia and the US have agreed on all substantial issues for a tariff deal, paving the way for the signing of an agreement by presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump at the end of January, Indonesia’s chief negotiator said.
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