During the visit, Vena Energy representatives briefed Secretary Cuna and the DENR delegation on the company’s operational and upcoming solar projects in the province. Vena Energy currently has two operational solar power plants in Currimao, operated by Mirae Asia Energy Corporation and Nuevo Solar Energy Corp., as well as two projects under development: the Astra Solar Power Project in Currimao and the Opus Solar Power Project in Paoay.
Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) President Ana Pista, APR, receives her trophy during the Asia’s Modern Hero Awards 2026.
Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) President Ana Pista, APR, has been named Asia's Modern Hero in “Transformative Public Relations Leadership,” honoring her decades-long work to raise communications standards, integrate artificial intelligence, and expand professional opportunities for public relations across the country.
Pista accepted the honor during the Asia’s Modern Hero Awards 2026 held on September 25 at Okada Manila. Organized by the Golden Icons Foundation, the annual event recognizes individuals and organizations for leadership, service, innovation, professional excellence, and contributions to society.
In Raja Ampat’s Solol Village, residents are transforming abundant coconuts into natural coconut oil, opening new possibilities for the community.
Virgin Coconut Oil Storaging
Across Southeast Asia, the coconut is more than a tropical crop. In the Philippines, it is often called the “Tree of Life” for the many ways its fruit, husk, shell, leaves, and trunk can be used, reflecting the important role coconut has long played in the food, livelihoods, and everyday traditions of coastal communities across the region.
Renowned Jesuit priest, author, and founder of Homeboy Industries, Fr. Greg Boyle, SJ, is returning to the Philippines this September 2026 to share his transformative message on trauma-informed healing, radical compassion, and human dignity. Hosted by Elaine Kahn and Integra Wellness Center, the upcoming events invite Filipinos to rethink how society views marginalized and vulnerable individuals.
While in Manila, Fr. Boyle will talk about "Finding Hope, Healing and Connection in a Divided World," on September 10, 2026, 4:00 PM, at the Santuario de San Antonio Parish Center. Spend an afternoon exploring what four decades with the homies have taught Fr. Greg about compassion, healing, second chances—and our need to belong to one another.
Then Fr. Boyle will hold a three-day retreat, from September 11–13, 2026, at Rosary Hills, Silang, Cavite. Go deeper into Fr. Greg's message of radical kinship: What would change if we truly believed that no one was disposable? An invitation to move beyond "us and them," recognize our shared humanity, and rediscover the goodness in ourselves and others.
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Through its group-wide drive to create truly inclusive and accommodating spaces for Persons with Disabilities, SM was commended by key industry organizations focused on disability affairs.
With inclusivity and access as a key pillar in SM’s corporate purpose, inclusive spaces and facilities enhance the SM Group’s portfolio of malls, offices, and retail spaces. It is this universal implementation of accessible environments, and commitment to advance disability inclusion that bagged SM Group industry distinctions from The Philippine Foundation For the Rehabilitation of the Disabled Inc. (PFRD) and the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA).
Through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, SM Cares, disability-friendly facilities are overseen and supported nationwide with manpower training in line with industry standards to effectively accommodate Persons With Disabilities.
Meet the inspiring women taking center stage through WomenBizPH and SM for MSMEs
Behind every booth is a woman, a story, and a Filipino brand waiting to be discovered. Women entrepreneurs proudly showcase their creations at the Women Strong Network Hybrid Trade Fair at SM Megamall, where WomenBizPH and SM Supermalls, through SM for MSMEs, create opportunities for homegrown businesses to gain visibility, connect with more customers, and take their next step toward growth.
The project is under AuroraPH, Aboitiz Foundation's flagship program that brings electricity through solar and other renewable sources, internet connectivity, and digital learning tools to remote schools in the Philippines. Kiweng Primary School is located in a remote, geographically isolated area that can only be reached by boat, with students and teachers having to walk up nearly 200 steps to reach the school grounds.
