Championing Antioxidant Power for Everyday Wellness

     It's alarming! The 2023 National Nutrition Survey revealed that four in ten adults (39.8%) are overweight or obese. Even more concerning, nearly one in ten Filipino children are now affected: figures that exceed global thresholds and signal an urgent need for action. In today’s fast-paced world, the way we eat has changed—dramatically, and not for the better. Long work hours, relentless traffic, and the constant juggling of responsibilities have pushed families toward what’s quick and convenient. But the consequences are alarming. Fast food, canned meals, and processed snacks have become everyday staples—not just for adults, but increasingly for children. And now, the damage is showing. National health data paints a disturbing picture of a growing public health crisis.

     This crisis, however, isn’t just about individual choices. It’s the result of a food system stacked against healthy living—where highly processed, unhealthy options are cheaper, easier to find, and relentlessly marketed. As the World Health Organization warns, ultra-processed foods like sugary cereals, snacks, and flavored drinks now flood store shelves. Filipino children are among the most vulnerable. According to UNICEF, their diets are shifting away from fruits and vegetables toward dangerously high levels of sugar, salt, and fat. The impact is stark: between 2019 and 2022, the percentage of overweight children aged 5 to 10 jumped from 10.4% to 14%—and the trend is continuing among adolescents.

Championing Antioxidant Power for Everyday Wellness

Scenic Road Trips that Deserve to be on your Bucket List

     We don’t always take road trips to escape. Sometimes, we take them to feel more present, to discover hidden gems, and to make unforgettable memories. As writer Angela N. Blount once said, “Sometimes the most scenic roads in life are the detours you didn’t mean to take.”  In rural Philippines, where every curve in the road may reveal a mountain, a scenic cliff or a coastline, road trips are more than a way to travel, they’re a chance to reconnect with nature, with friends, or even with yourself. This is the kind of thrill that only a road trip can offer — an adventure that will stay with you for a long time.

     And with PLDT Home’s One Mega Giveaway (OMG) promo, your next adventure could come with a brand-new Toyota Fortuner, ₱1 million in cash, or free fiber internet for life. Before we tell you how, let’s talk about where to go. Here are four road trips from Manila that are scenic, soul-stirring, and full of moments that you’ll never forget. 

Scenic Road Trips that Deserve to be on your Bucket List

5 Real-Life ‘Squid Game’ Interactive Experiences to Add to your Bucket List

     There’s no denying it: Squid Game isn’t just a show—it’s a global phenomenon. The Netflix mega-hit isn’t just a gripping Korean action drama, it’s a cultural juggernaut that blends suspense, sharp social commentary, and unforgettable visuals. 

     The popular series hits all the right spots that made it take off as a viral phenomenon, to the point that its iconic games have been turned into real-world installations around the world. Now, you too can try your hand at some of the challenges the characters have gone through (without the deadly consequences, of course).

5 Real-Life ‘Squid Game’ Interactive Experiences to Add to your Bucket List

Stay connected with PLDT Home Always On

     Today, a few seconds of WiFi downtime feels like forever. When the internet connection drops mid-rant or mid-episode or the screen freezes during an important meeting, it’s more than a tech issue -- it’s a disruption to your life. Fret not, check out Always On: A Smart Hybrid Modem to always keep you connected

     When there’s unexpected downtime, PLDT Home’s Always On comes in as a groundbreaking solution. It’s a first-of-its-kind hybrid modem that combines fiber and LTE, with a built-in automatic switchover system.

Stay connected with PLDT Home Always On 

IKEA x Stockholm 2025 Collection Launch

     Some pieces don’t just fill a space—they tell a story. They become part of our great indoors, the spaces that we shape and shape us. They’re not just furniture, but silent witnesses to the extraordinary and everyday moments we build around them. They echo morning rituals, Sunday gatherings, reunions with friends and quiet nights with the family.

     For 40 years, IKEA’s STOCKHOLM collection has done exactly that, bringing warmth, simplicity, and Scandinavian soul into homes around the world, and transforming our indoor spaces into places of comfort and meaning. As the beloved collection marks its milestone anniversary this year, it returns with its most expansive and expressive edition yet—93 thoughtfully designed pieces that celebrate the beauty of natural materials, timeless design, and the quiet luxury of living well. From statement sofas made to last to handwoven wool rugs, chandeliers and mouth-blown glass vases, STOCKHOLM showcases IKEA’s commitment to a design philosophy that makes life better for the many.

IKEA x Stockholm 2025 Collection Launch