A new two-storey, 10-classroom building has ended shifting classes for Grade 9 students at Iloilo City National High School (ICNHS), the city's largest public high school with around 6,500 students. Security Bank Foundation, Inc. (SBFI) turned over the building in September.
For Grade 9 students, the impact was immediate. “The classrooms are specifically useful for the Grade 9 learners so we no longer have to do shifting classes,” ICNHS principal Alpha Java said.
EastWest Ageas employees completed more than 12 million steps through the company's PURPLE Walk Challenge, turning a workplace fitness initiative into community support for over 70 Aeta families in Sitio Tarukan, Tarlac. The initiative culminated in a community outreach activity that provided more than 100 Aeta children with school supplies, footwear, hygiene essentials, and nutrition supplements, alongside solar lights to help address the community's needs.
This activity encouraged employees to stay active while supporting a community cause. With a collective 12 million steps, the challenge encouraged employees to contribute to a shared goal. As part of the initiative, EastWest Ageas pledged PHP 1 for every 200 steps recorded, with the proceeds going toward supporting the Aeta community of Sitio Tarukan.
As businesses navigate changing customer expectations, new technologies and an increasingly competitive environment, Filipino entrepreneurs are finding that growing a business also means continuously growing their own capabilities.
UB Negosyante BOOSTcamp, a six-week learning program that combined mentorship, peer learning and practical insights from entrepreneurs and industry experts, helped entrepreneurs address that challenge. Its first cohort, which concluded on October 24, brought together 27 SME owners from various industries to explore customer understanding, financial management, digital marketing, artificial intelligence and sustainable business growth.
Turning bonuses into bigger opportunities with EastWest Horizons
With rising incomes and growing financial ambitions, more Filipinos are taking a proactive approach to managing and growing their wealth.
For many Filipinos, year-end bonuses are often earmarked for holiday shopping, family celebrations, travel, or long-awaited purchases. But bonus season can also be an opportunity to strengthen savings and move closer to long-term financial goals.
More Filipinos are beginning to think this way. As income rises and wealth accumulates, professionals, entrepreneurs, young families, and business owners are looking beyond everyday banking and seeking more personalized ways to manage and grow their money.
Recognizing this trend, EastWest Bank introduced Horizons, a banking program that combines personalized banking, investment guidance, and preferred service for clients whose financial goals are becoming more sophisticated as they build wealth.
Still, Filipinos want to make the season special for the people they love. It’s why a little diskarte during this season is important. Through the return of its Merry GCash celebration, GCash is sharing smarter ways to tackle the holiday checklist, making every peso count and easing the stress of holiday prep with the right diskarte.
Make every holiday challenge easier with GCash-powered diskarte
Whether preparing for Noche Buena, shopping for gifts, or heading to a party with the barkada, there is always a way to make holiday planning easier with a little creativity and GCash-powered diskarte.
Find the perfect match for your lifestyle with PSBank Auto Loan
Choosing your next vehicle isn't as easy as it used to be. Beyond traditional gasoline-powered cars, more Filipinos are considering electrified vehicles as practical options for everyday driving—from fully electric vehicles (EVs) to hybrids (HEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).
With more options now available, choosing the right one often comes down to everyday priorities like daily routine, driving habits, and long-term financial goals. When you're ready to move forward, PSBank Auto Loan can help you move forward.
This season brings a fresh twist to Bahay ni Kuya, with Housemates from the Kapamilya and Kapuso networks competing individually for the coveted Big Winner title. With new personalities, unexpected alliances, and exciting challenges ahead, fans can count on Maya to help them support their favorites every step of the way.
