Warm Each Soul and Home with Artisanal Pastries from Solaire Resort Quezon City

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Take a piece of crowd-favorite breads and more made fresh daily

by Solaire Resort Quezon City’s own Chief Baker, Chef Edwin Himson.

Whether it be for a quick break or an intentional moment of respite, the light ambiance and welcoming atmosphere at Solaire Resort Quezon City beckons guests to stay a while. Warmth courses throughout the halls of Solaire in many ways, but settles comfortably in the delectable artisanal breads and pastries prepared by the resort’s Chief Baker, Chef Edwin Himson.

Chief Baker Chef Edwin Himson brings Solaire Resort Quezon City’s Bakery and Pastry Room to life through the warm creations he prepares on the daily

Regular guests may be familiar with Chef Edwin and his team’s creations through the classic pandesal trio platter at Manyaman, or the complimentary bread basket at Finestra featuring fluffy bites of focaccia and ciabatta before each meal. With decades of expertise he’s built as a pâtissier in both international and local luxury hotels, Chef Edwin infuses his baked goods with care and love that breathe life into each diner’s palate.

Chef Edwin’s steadfast heart and soul remain prominent amidst his multi-faceted experience, adding a hint of nostalgia into each bite. No matter what he creates, the resort’s Chief Baker imparts a taste of home and familiarity that each person can reminisce their childhood over.

Today, the enticing aroma and pillowy softness of Chef Edwin’s sweet and savory baked blends await at Lobby Lounge and The Bakery at the Food Court, where even the busiest guests can pause to take a piece of Solaire home. Rushed schedules and homebound days can become more special with a wide array of puff pastries, artisan breads, and mouthwatering treats to choose from.

 Visit Lobby Lounge and The Bakery at Solaire Resort Quezon City for fresh baked goods 

available every day

Indulgent pastries spanning from sweet or savory croissants, gluten-free loaves, sourdough variations, and classic banana breads invite guests to pocket Solaire’s signature warmth for any given day. Whether it be traditional baked goods or an elevated take on classic treats, each person is sure to have something for them at Solaire Resort Quezon City with Chef Edwin’s heartwarming delicacies.

Enjoy more of Solaire Resort Quezon City’s signature goods made special by Chef Edwin Himson and his team with the Solaire Rewards program. Across the property, members have up to 20% off dining, while new members may receive 30% off their first bill.

Sign up for the Solaire Rewards program, and make the most of each visit with a basket of happiness. For inquiries and reservations, visit sn.solaireresort.com, call +632 8888 8888, or email sn.reservation@solaireresort.com.

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About Solaire Resort Quezon City

Solaire Resort Quezon City is Solaire’s second integrated luxury resort in the Philippines and the first five-star integrated resort in Quezon City. Located in the heart of Metro Manila’s largest city, it brings together luxury hospitality, world-class gaming, exceptional dining, vibrant entertainment, and family-friendly experiences, and stands among Quezon City’s premier lifestyle destinations.

The resort features 526 elegantly designed rooms and suites, four gaming levels catering to both mass and VIP guests, 14 restaurants and bars, and versatile meeting and event spaces spanning 1,700 square meters. Guests can unwind at the expansive wellness center, 50-meter L-shaped swimming pool and water park, enjoy pickleball and basketball at the Outdoor Fitness Deck, or spend quality family time at the multi-level Kids Club. As day turns to night, the resort comes alive with dynamic entertainment experiences, from live performances at Quezon Club to panoramic evenings at Skybar.

Renowned for its warm Filipino hospitality and thoughtfully curated experiences, Solaire Resort Quezon City continues to redefine luxury entertainment, and leisure in the heart of Quezon City.

For more information, visit sn.solaireresort.com.

Your Moneymaxxing Guide to Help You Weather the Rainy Season

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The rainy season can bring unexpected changes—not just to our routines, but also to our finances. From transportation and household needs to urgent repairs and other unforeseen expenses, costs can quickly add up when severe weather hits.

While not every situation can be anticipated, being financially prepared can help make unexpected expenses more manageable. Here are a few ways to build more flexibility into your finances for the rainy season and beyond.

Keep your emergency money within reach

Whether it's an urgent home repair, a car problem after a particularly rough commute, or an unexpected bill that lands at the wrong time, having money set aside can make these situations easier to manage without disrupting the rest of your finances.

With Maya Personal Goals, users can create up to five personalized savings goals, making it easier to keep an emergency fund separate from other priorities. Each goal can earn up to 8% interest p.a., which means your emergency savings can have its own dedicated place instead of being mixed in with money you're saving for a trip, a major purchase, or your everyday expenses.

Prepare for the expenses ahead

Some rainy-season expenses are easier to anticipate than others. You may not know exactly when your car will need maintenance, when your home might need repairs, or when you'll need to replace something damaged by the weather. But knowing that these expenses could come up gives you an opportunity to prepare for them ahead of time.

For money that can be set aside for a fixed period, Maya Time Deposit Plus offers 3-, 6-, and 12-month terms with rates of up to 6% p.a. Users can also top up their funds along the way.

It can be another way to build a financial cushion for expenses that aren't urgent today but could become important in the months ahead.

Have a plan when savings aren't enough

Even the best preparation can't account for everything. An unexpected expense may be bigger than what you've set aside, or several bills may happen to arrive at once.

For eligible users, Maya Easy Credit[1] provides access to up to ₱50,000, repayable within 30 days, which can come in handy for short-term needs such as an unexpected bill, urgent repair, or other expense that needs to be covered quickly.

For bigger expenses that require more time to pay, whether it's replacing a major appliance, covering a larger home repair, or managing another significant expense, Maya Personal Loan[2] offers up to ₱400,000 with flexible repayment terms of up to 48 months.

Having these options doesn't mean expecting something to go wrong. It simply means knowing what resources are available if an expense turns out to be bigger than expected.

And then there are the little expenses

Not every rainy-season expense is an emergency. Sometimes, it's simply the extra cost of adapting to the weather: more rides because of heavy traffic, extra fuel, food delivery after a long commute, or replacing the umbrella that didn't make it through the season.

These costs may seem small, but they can add up quickly. Leaving some room in your budget for them can make rainy days a little easier to manage.

So, prepare for what it might bring: Keep an emergency fund. Set aside money for expenses you know are coming. And know what options are available when an unexpected cost is bigger than expected.

Because rainy-day money isn't about expecting the worst. It's about making sure one unexpected expense doesn't derail everything else.

To know more, visit maya.ph or mayabank.ph, and follow @makeyourmoneymaya on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok to stay updated. Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc. are regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. www.bsp.gov.ph. For 24/7 assistance, visit the Help Center in the Maya app or call us from 8 AM to 7 PM daily at +632 8845-7788.

[1] Approval and offer are subject to credit evaluation.

[2] Approval and offer are subject to credit evaluation.

WANTAWSAN: Kwento ng mga Pilipinong Nasa Laylayan

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Isang pelikulang hindi lamang basta maghahatid ng kuwento, kundi magbubukas ng mga mata sa realidad na araw-araw na kinakaharap ng maraming Pilipinong nasa laylayan.

Ang “WANTAWSAN” ay isang pelikulang naglalayong ipakita ang mga katotohanan, sakripisyo at pakikibaka ng mga ordinaryong Pilipino na patuloy na humaharap sa mabibigat na hamon ng buhay.

Sa likod ng bawat eksena ay mga kuwentong puno ng emosyon, pagsisikap at pag-asa—mga kuwentong maaaring pamilyar sa marami dahil bahagi ito ng tunay na mukha ng lipunan.

Ilan lamang ito sa mga behind-the-scenes photos mula sa paggawa ng WANTAWSAN, na nagbibigay ng sulyap sa pagsisikap ng buong production team at cast upang mabigyang-buhay ang isang kuwentong may puso at mensahe.

Sa bawat kuha, makikita ang dedikasyon ng mga taong nasa likod ng pelikula upang maiparating sa manonood ang isang realidad na madalas ay hindi napapansin.

“WANTAWSAN” — isang pelikulang hindi lamang dapat panoorin, kundi dapat pakinggan at damhin. Isang kuwento ng mga Pilipinong patuloy na lumalaban, nangangarap at umaasa sa kabila ng hirap ng buhay.

Pagbibidahan nina Joross Gamboa, Rita Daniela, Zion Cruz kasama sina Raffy Tejada, Gillian Vicencio at marami pang iba.

"WANTAWSAN", an official full-length film entry to 2026 Puregold Cinepanalo Film Festival.

Coming soon in Cinema. 

The Real Magic Is About to Unfold: HONOR Magic V6 Takes the Spotlight on August 24

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HONOR’s latest flagship foldable is set to redefine the premium smartphone experience with next-generation AI, exceptional durability, and powerful performance

Global AI devices provider HONOR Philippines is set to launch its next flagship foldable smartphone, the HONOR Magic V6, on August 24, 2026, promising a new chapter in premium mobile innovation.

Following a series of teasers highlighting its durability and innovation, the HONOR Magic V6 is set to reveal what lies beyond the fold. With advanced AI capabilities and flagship performance, the latest foldable is poised to raise the bar for what consumers can expect from the next generation of foldable smartphones.

“With the HONOR Magic V6, we’re bringing together intelligent AI experiences, powerful performance, and durability designed for everyday demands. We’re excited for Filipinos to discover what’s beyond the fold on August 24,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.

The HONOR Magic V6 will be officially unveiled on August 24. For launch updates, product information, and exclusive announcements, visit www.honor.com/ph and following HONOR Philippines on Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines) for exclusive launch updates, product information, and more.

2026 COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair to showcase the modern Philippine coconut industry

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The Philippine coconut industry takes center stage at the 2026 COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair, which will bring together approximately 300 coconut micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from across the country from August 26 to 30 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City.

More than a marketplace for traditional coconut products, the five-day fair will showcase how Filipino entrepreneurs, farmers, researchers, government agencies, and industry partners are transforming one of the country's most important agricultural resources into innovative, sustainable, and increasingly diverse products and business opportunities.

The fair will bring greater visibility to initiatives supporting the development of the coconut industry and promote closer collaboration among government agencies and industry stakeholders.

Organized by the Department of Trade and Industry's Bureau of Market Development, Promotions, and OTOP (DTI-BMDPO), the 2026 COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair will feature 300 coconut MSMEs offering food and non-food products from different regions of the country.

From familiar coconut-based food products to new applications in health and wellness, personal care, home and lifestyle, the exhibition will demonstrate how enterprises are moving further into value-added production, product innovation, improved packaging, and new markets.

The fair also brings together implementing agencies of the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP), led by the Philippine Coconut Authority, to highlight programs, services, technologies, research outputs, and accomplishments supporting coconut farmers and other industry stakeholders.

CFIDP implementing agencies will maintain information desks throughout the event, providing visitors and beneficiaries with opportunities to learn about government programs and engage directly with the agencies involved in coconut industry development.

Special features will offer visitors different ways to discover the versatility and potential of the Philippine coconut industry. The CocoBar Café will showcase innovative coconut-based food and beverages, while the CFIDP Selling and Showcase Area and Product Pavilions will feature diverse, value-added coconut products from participating MSMEs. The CFIDP Pavilion and CFIDP Implementing Agencies area will highlight government programs, services, and support for farmers, MSMEs, and other industry stakeholders, demonstrating the many opportunities across the coconut value chain.

Four days of business talks and cooking demonstrations will complement the exhibition, bringing industry knowledge, entrepreneurship, product applications, and market trends to the fair stage.

Market development will also be a key part of the event. Through Business Connect, participating cocopreneurs will have opportunities to meet institutional buyers and prospective market partners in targeted business-matching sessions designed to turn product exposure into potential orders and longer-term commercial relationships.

The 2026 edition builds on last year's performance. The 2025 COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair generated Php96.9 million in total sales for 213 participating cocopreneurs. This year, participation expands to 300 coconut MSMEs, giving more enterprises access to consumers, buyers, market information, and potential business partners.

For visitors, the fair is a chance to see, taste, and discover just how far the Philippine coconut industry has come. From innovative products and new technologies to the enterprises and communities behind them, the 2026 COCONUTPhilippines Trade Fair brings the industry’s possibilities to life and invites the public to be part of its continuing growth.