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AI can give you answers in seconds.  But leadership is not simply about having answers. It is about asking better questions, thinking critically, making sound decisions, solving real problems, creating opportunities, and leading with purpose. This November, Elevaxion, Inc. through LeadX Academy brings you THINK BETTER WITH AI — a practical learning experience for young leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs who want to use Artificial Intelligence not simply as a shortcut, but as a thinking partner.   🧠 LEARN how to work smarter with AI 🤝 CONNECT with fellow leaders and professionals 📈 GROW your thinking and decision-making ⚙️ CREATE better ideas and solutions 🧭 LEAD responsibly in the age of AI Because the future does not belong simply to people who know how to use AI. It belongs to people who know how to THINK with it—without allowing AI to think for them. 📅 November 6, 2026 | Friday ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 D’Cup Coffee Republic Pione...

  Manila, Philippines - Worldbex Services International (WSI) officially opens the second edition of the World PET Expo , a premier event celebrating the growing pet industry in the Philippines. Running from September 24 to 27, 2026 , at the World Trade Center Metro Manila , the expo brings together pet owners, businesses, and industry professionals for a weekend dedicated to pets and their well-being. Pet ownership continues to grow across the Philippines. According to the International Trade Administration, a Kantar Philippines survey found that 94% of Filipino households are pet owners , giving the Philippines the highest level of pet ownership in Southeast Asia. While dogs remain the most common household pets, cats have also become increasingly popular. For many Filipinos, pets are considered part of the family, with owners placing greater emphasis on their pets’ health, happiness, and overall well-being. This growing commitment has also driven demand for a wider range of pet...

Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Chairman George Erwin M. Garcia emphasized that the poll body continues to prepare for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) based on the law currently in effect. Speaking to the media at the COMELEC Main Office in Intramuros, Manila, on September 18, Garcia said the decision on whether the BSKE will proceed or be postponed does not rest with COMELEC, but with Congress. Garcia explained that, as of September 18, the elections were still scheduled for November 2, prompting COMELEC to continue its preparations. At the level of 1 to 10, we are already at 9 in terms of preparation - Chairman Garcia He stressed that COMELEC’s actions are guided by the law in force each day. While the poll body must prepare for the scheduled elections, Garcia said those preparations would immediately stop if Congress enacted a new law changing the election schedule or fixing the terms.   For COMELEC, the message is clear: prepare according t...

Some favourites never go out of style—and they continue to delight in new ways. For 70 years, Universal Robina Corporation (URC) has been a constant companion in Filipino households through quality and well-loved brands such as Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Maxx, Cloud 9, Cream-O, C2 Cool and Clean, and Great Taste, among others. Staying true to its purpose of delighting everyone with good food choices, URC constantly evolves alongside the tastes and lifestyles of consumers. Today, the company continues to excite generations of consumers by introducing fresh flavours, new formats, and exciting product experiences that prove innovation can come from the brands Filipinos already know and love.  Here’s how some of URC’s popular brands are continuously evolving to excite and delight everyone: The iconic tasty hexagon snack keeps offering exciting flavours As a staple in daily snacking moments of Pinoys, Piattos is widely loved for its signature hexagon shape, satisfying crunch, and classic fla...

MIBF 2026 — September 10, 2026 Rising Tigers Magazine successfully hosted an exclusive magazine signing at the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) 2026 , held at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Organized in collaboration with National Book Store (NBS), the event brought together visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates to celebrate female leadership and resilience. Leading the showcase was Engr. Grace Bondad-Nicolas, Publisher, COO, and Editor-in-Chief of Rising Tigers Magazine. An engineer and serial entrepreneur, she continues to champion emerging business leaders and foster entrepreneurial growth across Southeast Asia through high-impact media and strategic civic leadership. https://youtu.be/GraGeZfCLew The event featured dynamic icons highlighted in the latest issue, including:   •              Sarah Deloraya-Mateo, President and CEO of SPD Jobs, Inc., who transitioned from a young respiratory therapis...

  Manila, Philippines – As rising costs make Filipinos more intentional about where they spend, skincare choices are also becoming more deliberate—with consumers looking for products they can trust to support their skin health long-term. Rather than a cosmetic luxury, skincare is increasingly viewed now as an essential for personal wellness. However, navigating physical retail aisles and online platforms presents challenges, as buyers face competing claims, complex scientific jargon, and a constant influx of new ingredients. This demand for clarity and science-backed solutions anchored the 8th annual National Healthy Skin Mission at SM Makati, organized by skincare brand Cetaphil in partnership with premier retailer Watsons and SM Beauty around this year's core message: "Healthy Skin Deserves No Compromise". The initiative provides consumers with direct access to clinically tested products tailored to specific skin needs. “We see firsthand how the skincare landsca...