The PR & Events Circuit

The Grand Christmas Garden brings together larger-than-life floral installations, local artistry, and nature-inspired exhibits for a festive celebration of Ilonggo creativity. Christmas blossomed in spectacular fashion at Festive Walk Iloilo as a giant flower opened in a dramatic reveal, marking the launch of The Grand Christmas Garden, a festive celebration of Ilonggo artistry, creativity, and the beauty of nature. Transforming the mall's Indoor Atrium into an enchanting holiday garden, the display features larger-than-life floral installations, glowing arrangements, and a Christmas tree adorned with blooms, bringing a fresh and imaginative interpretation to traditional Christmas decorations. This year, Holiday Maxxing at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls takes on a distinctly Ilonggo character through The Grand Christmas Garden, inviting everyone to experience Christmas to the fullest while discovering the city's rich artistic traditions, homegrown talent, and creative expressions....

In a major five-year push to heal Palawan’s typhoon-scarred forests, Conservation International Philippines Foundation and GCash GForest are joining forces to plant 500,000 native trees across 500 hectares of the Cleopatra’s Needle Critical Habitat in Puerto Princesa.  Designed to rehabilitate ecosystems battered by Typhoon Odette in 2021, the initiative will safeguard endangered wildlife like the Palawan pangolin while fortifying critical watersheds that shield nearby communities from floods and landslides.  Rather than relying solely on outside intervention, the project puts local stewardship at its core—securing consent from Indigenous groups and equipping residents with training and paid jobs in seed gathering, planting, and forest monitoring.  Backed by government partners and powered by everyday digital actions on the GForest app, this collaboration turns virtual engagement into a lasting ecological shield that will capture carbon and revive habitats for decades to ...

Primelectric Holdings, Inc. President and CEO Roel Castro delivered the opening keynote address at i4C.PH 2026: Resilience Reimagined, held at SMX Convention Center Clark on November 3, emphasizing the importance of power system reliability, infrastructure security, and operational resilience. The three-day national summit brought together leaders from government, defense, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure to address emerging risks and strengthen the country's resilience. Castro, who leads Primelectric, the parent company of MORE Power, Negros Power, and Bohol Light, shared how the company integrates resilience into its operations to ensure reliable electricity service, particularly during emergencies and disruptions. He emphasized Primelectric’s proactive efforts to strengthen power system reliability and resilience through improvements in power supply management, infrastructure upgrades, and enhanced distribution networks. The company is also investing in flexible grid s...

  This Christmas,  GMA Network  shares an inspiring message of light, love, and hope through its 2026 Christmas Station ID, "Liwanag Natin Ang Isa't Isa" (“We Are Each Other’s Light”). Amid today's challenges and uncertainties, GMA Network, together with its  Kapuso  artists and personalities, encourages Filipinos to be a source of light for one another — because even through the smallest act of love, kindness, compassion, and generosity, each person can make a big difference.  At the heart of this year's Christmas Station ID is the powerful symbolism of sharing one's light with others, with beloved Kapuso artists and personalities lighting their own candles and sharing the glow, offering the heartfelt message, " Kayang paliwanagin ang pinakamadilim na gabi,  'pag pinagsama-sama ang ilaw na taglay natin"  (“Even the darkest night can be made bright when we bring together the light that each of us carries”). Bringing this inspiring message to life...

Property giant Megaworld marked another major milestone in its commitment to workplace excellence and employee development with its first-ever inclusion as the only Philippine real estate company in Time Magazine’s prestigious Asia-Pacific Best Employers 2027 list. This coveted recognition places Megaworld among distinguished employers across the region and reinforces its reputation as an employer of choice in the country. “We thank Time Magazine for this recognition, which affirms that investing in our people is one of the most important investments we can make as a company. Our people challenge us to do more, not only to provide meaningful career opportunities, but also to create an environment where every employee, across all our offices, hotels, and townships in the Philippines, can grow, thrive, and succeed. Our progress as a company must always go hand in hand with the progress of our people,” says Lourdes T. Gutierrez-Alfonso, president and CEO of Megaworld.  The milestone f...

    Today’s  kwarentahins   are working towards a midlife upgrade. In their quest to become the best versions of themselves, people in their 40s sign up for marathons and HYROX tournaments and take on lighter but challenging workouts like Pilates and yoga. They know that as they age, they lose muscle mass, their joints stiffen, and their metabolism slows down. Embracing an active lifestyle is an effective way to remain strong and resilient amid aging.    Being active as we age  definitely has  benefits. However, we  have to  be aware that our aging bodies can no longer recover as quickly as they used to. As we grow older, we need to  allot  time for rest to avoid injuries and continue practicing an active lifestyle. It is imperative to complement our body’s natural recovery process with tried-and-tested wellness tools.    “While fitness knows no age, we need to be smarter and more intentional about our active lifestyl...

MORE Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) has assured consumers that its teams are ready to help ensure reliable electricity service during the observance of Undas 2026. Round-the-clock monitoring and response Preparations included checking transformers serving cemeteries to prevent overloading, conducting thermal scanning, inspecting power lines, and carrying out other maintenance work. The deployment plan for November 1–2, 2026, is also in place, with 10 Line Teams, 18 Response Teams, and 10 Quick Response Teams set to work in shifts to provide round-the-clock monitoring and response across the city. Engineer Roy Majarucon, Manager for Line Construction, Maintenance & Metering Operation, said inspecting MORE Power’s facilities near or within cemeteries is part of the company’s annual preparations. “MORE Power is proactive in ensuring that those visiting the cemeteries will be safe this Undas. This has been our routine every year. We check the transformers, conduct load tes...

MORE Electric and Power Corporation has successfully energized the Pavia Municipal Hall. This historic transition marks Pavia as the first local government unit to switch its power distribution line to MORE Power. Mayor Laurence Anthony Gorriceta envisions the Pavia LGU becoming more efficient in delivering basic services. The ceremony was held on October 26, 2026, and was attended by Vice Mayor Edsel Gerochi and SB Members Kevin Zaldarriaga and Gerard Zaldarriaga of Pavia, Iloilo. Also present were MORE Power Vice President for Marketing, Corporate Affairs, and Customer Care Ms. Maricris Cabalhin; Quality Assurance Manager Engineer Fil Sonza; and Customer Care Manager Ms. Maricon Garido, signaling the company's full support for the local government unit of Pavia. "Very thankful gid sa MORE Power nga ginhatag sa aton nga oportunidad nga makaserbisyo sa banwa sang Pavia kay amon gid ginapangayo ang manubo nga rate," said Pavia Vice Mayor Edsel Gerochi. Gerochi further expl...

Homebuyers can take advantage of exclusive perks and special offers on select ready-for-occupancy (RFO) residential properties in property giant Megaworld's Visayas townships during the two-day Pag-IBIG Fund National Housing Expo 2026, which runs until tomorrow, October 28, at the SMX Convention Center in Bacolod City. The special offers are available exclusively for new sales made during the expo, covering select condominium units and residential lots at Iloilo Business Park in Iloilo City; The Upper East in Bacolod City; Forbes Hill in Northill Gateway in Talisay City; and The Mactan Newtown in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. Eligible properties must have a contract price not exceeding P30 million. Buyers can make the most of these exclusive expo deals, with special perks available for different payment options. Those who will pay in full within 30 days of reservation can avail of additional savings, while those who use Pag-IBIG Fund financing by December 2026 can enjoy special terms unde...

MORE Electric and Power Corporation employees braved the heat and hiked the steep slopes of Agony Hill in Alimodian, Iloilo, carrying 500 narra tree saplings for a tree-planting activity. More than 50 employees joined the initiative in coordination with the Alimodian Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office and the Alimodian Local Government Unit. “This activity reflects MORE Power’s core commitment to environmental responsibility. Every year, we conduct similar initiatives to engage with our consumers and demonstrate that MORE Power goes beyond delivering quality service as a distribution utility but also extending its efforts for the community. We would like to extend our gratitude to the cooperation of the Alimodian Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office headed by, Engineer Reno Alquisada and most especially to Mayor Ian Kenneth Alfeche for allowing us to execute this activity,” said Engineer Ronald Torres, Chief Operating Officer of MORE Power. MORE Power has ...