Discovery Samal Is the Island Escape You Didn't Know You Needed

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This Independence Day, celebrate the freedom to travel with a well-deserved island escape at Discovery Samal. For a limited time, travelers can take advantage of the resort's Independence Day Travel Sale and enjoy exclusive savings on stays in one of the Philippines' most breathtaking beachfront destinations.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Samal Island, guests can look forward to tranquil mornings by the sea, leisurely days spent by the beach or pool, and memorable culinary experiences that showcase the rich flavors of Mindanao and beyond.

Your Independence Day Getaway Starts Here

For a limited time, guests can enjoy up to 30% savings on Discovery Samal's Best Available Rates through the Independence Day Travel Sale, with room rates starting at Php 14,000 net per night. Available for stays from June 4 to December 17, 2026, the offer gives travelers the flexibility to plan an island escape well beyond the holiday itself.

Each stay includes daily breakfast for two at Morning Catch, where guests can begin their mornings with a leisurely meal overlooking the resort's scenic surroundings. The journey to the island is made seamless through round-trip land transfers from Davao International Airport to the Davao Welcome Center, paired with round-trip boat transfers to and from the resort.

The experience extends beyond the room. Guests can enjoy 10% savings at Discovery Samal's food and beverage outlets, indulge in rejuvenating treatments at Samal Escape Spa with 10% off, or add a sense of adventure to their stay through discounted watersports activities. Complimentary access to the swimming pool, beach facilities, and WiFi ensures every moment is spent enjoying the best of island living.

My Discovery Elite Members receive an exclusive additional Php 1,000 discount on top of the promotional room rates, with early access to the sale from June 4 to 17, 2026. The public booking period runs from June 11 to 17, 2026.

More Than a Holiday

Independence Day often inspires thoughts of national pride and shared history. It can also serve as a reminder to create space for meaningful experiences, whether that's spending time with loved ones, exploring new destinations, or simply taking a well-earned break.

At Discovery Samal, the celebration takes shape through moments both big and small, a sunrise over the water, an afternoon spent by the shore, a leisurely meal with family, or the quiet luxury of having nowhere else to be. Long after the holiday has passed, those are often the memories that remain.

For inquiries and reservations, visit www.discoverysamal.com, email reservations@discoverysamal.com, or call +63 84 308 2998.

GrabMart offers weekend grocery savings with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold

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Retail partnership with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold includes grocery discounts and a flat delivery rate.

As households continue to look for smarter ways to manage their grocery budgets, Grab Philippines is teaming up with Robinsons Supermarket and Puregold to bring weekend savings to everyday essentials on GrabMart.

Running from May 29 to June 21, the campaign gives consumers PHP 20 off select grocery staples exclusively on GrabMart, covering fast-moving household items such as fresh meats, rice, eggs, water, and pantry basics. The campaign cements GrabMart’s position as a practical option not only for convenience, but also for value-driven grocery shopping.

“Managing a household today requires an extraordinary amount of resourcefulness, and Grab acts as a practical partner to Filipino families in managing their daily expenses,” said Grab Philippines Chief Commercial Officer EJ Dela Vega. “Amid these economic pressures, we are making essential goods more accessible and budget-friendly. By bringing these discounted items straight to their doorsteps through GrabMart, we are helping households save time and stretch their hard-earned budgets when they need it most.”

At 20 participating Robinsons Supermarket branches, the discounts apply to fresh meat staples, including one-kilogram packs of pork pre-cut for Filipino dishes such as adobo, menudo, and sinigang, along with Monterey ground beef and country-style cuts.

At 81 participating Puregold locations, the offer focuses on affordable options, allowing shoppers to optimize their budget. Highlighted are Puregold’s five-kilogram sacks of Harvester Dinorado and Equal long-grain rice, seven-liter containers of Wilkins distilled water, and cartons of extra-large eggs. To help maintain availability throughout the promo period, participating stores will implement daily purchase limits per item.

To extend even greater value to households this month, Grab is rolling out a flat PHP 39 delivery fee for all GrabMart grocery and pharmacy orders, running until June 30.

As everyday spending remains top of mind for consumers, GrabMart’s latest weekend deals make essential shopping easier, more affordable, and more accessible — one grocery basket at a time.

vivo V70 captures outdoor adventures like scenes from old memory

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Some trips become memorable not because of where you went, but because of who you were with.

For a group of friends navigating adulthood after college, a spontaneous day in the Philippines' popular amusement park, Enchanted Kingdom, felt like stepping back into simpler times, the kind filled with endless laughter, blurry group photos, chaotic rides, and carefree moments that once defined their university days.

It's this kind of memory that the vivo V70's Film Camera Mode 3.0 is designed to preserve, not just what happened, but how it felt in the moment.

Nostalgia Filter

 Pack Film Filter

Film Camera Mode 3.0 transformed ordinary amusement park scenes into frames that felt lifted from a memory book. Under natural daylight, afternoon sunlight took on a softer glow, vibrant attractions were rendered in warm vintage tones, and candid moments carried a natural, film-like character.

Throughout the day, Enchanted Kingdom became the perfect backdrop for testing the feature. Friends posed between rides, shared spontaneous laughs, and revisited the energy they once had as students.

Cold Film Filter 

Sunshine Filter

 Nostalgia Filter

Whether using Pack Film, Classic Negative, Positive Film, Cold Film, Nostalgia, or Sunshine filters, each frame carries a distinct personality while preserving the emotion behind the experience.

The Pack Film filter delivered playful retro energy, while Classic Negative added timeless depth and contrast. Positive Film offered a bright and cheerful interpretation of the day, while Cold Film created a more cinematic and reflective mood. For those seeking a stronger vintage feel, Nostalgia recreated the warmth of printed photographs, while Sunshine enhanced natural light with a soft, glowing finish.

Together, these filters allow users to choose not just how a scene looks, but how they want it to be remembered.

Cold Film Filter

Classic Negative Filter

Positive Film Filter

What makes the vivo V70 stand out is how Film Camera Mode 3.0 understands that some memories are better felt than perfectly seen. Even the beginning of a trip feels like a treasured memory waiting to be revisited.

Instead of simply documenting reality, the vivo V70 romanticizes it, turning ordinary outdoor adventures into scenes that feel deeply personal, cinematic, and timeless.

Because sometimes, the best photos are the ones that bring you back to who you were during your old college days: innocent, loud, spontaneous, and surrounded by the right people.

Relive your own nostalgic moments with the vivo V70. Get yours now at vivo stores nationwide or online via the official vivo e-store, Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.

Elevate your crispy chicken cravings with Taco Bell’s Crispy Chicken collectio

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If you ask any self-professed foodie what their absolute favorite comfort foods are, Tex-Mex and crispy fried chicken are probably going to be near the top of their lists. And it's easy to see why: people love Tex-Mex for its vibrant, zesty blend of smoky spices and cheesy comfort, and they love crispy chicken for that addictive, shatteringly loud crunch that contrasts with the juicy meat underneath.

But the real head-scratcher is, why do they rarely share the same plate, when they can be doing a joint slay instead? This question of profound significance is what compelled Taco Bell to get in its bag and cook up a new collection of bangers that Tex-Mex and crispy chicken foodies will surely eat up!

It's time to elevate your crispy chicken cravings with six new creations that offer the signature Taco Bell experience through mouthwatering flavors and a satisfying crunch! Experience your Tex-Mex favorites like never before with the new Crispy Chicken collection, available for a limited time only!

Bite into the new Crispy Chicken Burrito (PHP 219), made with crispy chicken, cheese sauce, spicy ranch, shredded iceberg, and cheddar cheese all wrapped in a warm 10.5-inch flour tortilla, or feel the shattering crunch of the new Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap (PHP 259), made with a warm 12-inch flour tortilla packed with crispy chicken, cheese sauce, red chili sauce, and shredded iceberg lettuce.

Or, fill yourself up with the new Crispy Chicken Naked Burrito (PHP 259), a hearty fare made with Mexican rice, crispy chicken, shredded iceberg lettuce, diced tomato, and garlic sauce, then get extra cheesy with the new Chick N’ Fries (PHP 199), which comes with crispy chicken strips and nacho fries served with a cheese dip on the side.

Finally, if you're in the mood for some tacos, you'll never go wrong with either the new Crispy Chicken Soft Taco Supreme (PHP 179), made with a warm flour tortilla filled to the brim with crispy chicken, garlic sauce, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, and diced tomato; or the new Crispy Chicken Crunchy Taco Supreme (PHP 179), made with crispy chicken, garlic sauce, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, and diced tomato, all encased in a crunchy taco shell.

Enjoy these new offers a la carte or get them with a side of Nachos Sprinkles and a 12-oz glass of ice-cold soda as add-ons for an additional PHP 70. You can also add an extra piece of crispy chicken strip to each for just PHP 40.

Get your crispy chicken fix from Taco Bell by by visiting your nearest store for dine-in and take-out orders, or you can also order for delivery via the 8911-1111 hotline, Taco Bell Philippines’ official website, or through official delivery partners Grabfood, foodpanda, and Pickaroo (prices may vary)!

Don't miss the latest updates, offers, and deals from Taco Bell by following and giving the brand a like on Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok!

OceanaGold Philippines’ Joan Adaci-Cattiling named Ifugao Achiever under CEO category

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OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. (OGP) President and General Manager for External Affairs and Social Performance, Atty. Joan D. Adaci-Cattiling has been named one of the recipients of the 2026 Ifugao Achievers’ Award, recognized under the “Chief Executive Officer or its Equivalent” category.

The award was conferred on June 8, 2026, during the Opening program of the 60th Founding Anniversary of the Province of Ifugao and the Gotad ad Ifugao 2026, which highlighted the achievements of exemplary Ifugaos across diverse fields.

Atty. Joan D. Adaci-Cattiling(6th from right) receives the Ifugao Achiever’s Award from Ifugao Governor, Hon. Jerry U. Dalipog(6th from left) during the Opening Program of the 60th Founding Anniversary of the Province of Ifugao and Gotad ad Ifugao 2026

This year’s recognition marks the second time that Atty. Adaci-Cattiling was recognized by the province. She was first honored for placing Top 5 in the 2000 Philippine Bar Examinations, underscoring a career marked by sustained excellence and leadership.

In her response on behalf of the awardees, Atty. Adaci-Cattiling emphasized the shared identity and collective strength of the Ifugao people:

“Each of us awardees have taken a different path, but we are bound by the same historical cloth. Like the patterns of the various Ifugao fabric… each of us carries a distinct thread… woven together, we form a stronger and more meaningful tapestry—one that reflects the talent, resilience, and dignity of the Ifugao people.”

She highlighted that the recognition is not solely an individual achievement but a reflection of the communities that shaped each awardee:

“The Ifugao Achievers’ Award is not simply one of individual achievement. It also honors the wisdom of our ancestors and the communities that shaped each of us for excellence.”

Atty. Adaci-Cattiling has been with OGP for nearly two decades, leading the company’s initiatives in external affairs, social performance, stakeholder engagement, and community development. Her leadership reflects the growing impact of women in the mining industry, where female representation in senior executive roles remains historically limited.

As one of the few women in a top leadership role in the sector, she has helped advance a model of responsible mining that prioritizes inclusive development, meaningful engagement with Indigenous Peoples, and cultural preservation.

“I am proud that we have made it our mission to support the preservation and promotion of Ifugao culture in the Didipio Mine’s host and neighboring barangays through our Indigenous Peoples’ Culture Revitalization Program,” she said, noting that around 450 trainees, both young and old, have benefited from the program by learning the dances, music, and cultural practices.

She also encouraged the youth of Ifugao to take pride in their identity and pursue their aspirations with purpose:

“May today’s celebration challenge you to dream boldly and let your identity as an Ifugao be a source of strength… carry it with you proudly, confidently, and with purpose.”

In a remarkable family milestone, among the awardees is also Atty. Adaci-Cattiling’s brother, Retired Vice Admiral Toribio D. Adaci Jr., former Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, who was recognized under the national-level positions category.

The Ifugao Achievers’ Award, established through Provincial Ordinance No. 2006-040, institutionalizes the recognition of Ifugaos whose achievements bring honor and dignity to the province. The award recognizes outstanding individuals across various sectors, including corporate leadership, public service, and community development.

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ABOUT OCEANAGOLD (PHILIPPINES), INC.

OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc., a corporation organized and existing under Philippine law, operates the Didipio gold-copper mine in Luzon under a Financial or Technical Assistance Agreement. The Company is committed to safely and responsibly maximizing the generation of Free Cash Flow from its operation and delivering strong returns for its shareholders. With stock symbol “OGP,” it is a listed company on the main board of the Philippine Stock Exchange.