It's Time!

It’s Time BizFund winner knits path of prosperity
By: Reyna Tabbada

When Zenaida Bangloy heard the news that she won the P 120,000 It’s Time starter fund contest, she refused to believe her luck. After all, this hard-working Igorot knitter loops beautiful creations with her own hands. And for such a blessing to simply fall on her lap, it filled her with overwhelming gratitude and an unwavering belief for a brighter future ahead. Read the rest of this entry »

By Doris Dumlao
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Originally published on February 7, 2010
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MANILA, Philippines — Nine out of 10 Filipinos have nothing to bequeath to their loved ones when they pass away, thus leaving many young dependents with an uncertain future, research done by the financial giant Sun Life of Canada shows. Read the rest of this entry »

By Anna Lam
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Originally published on February 7, 2010
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MANILA, Philippines–Shortly after master rapper Francis Magalona lost his eight-month battle with cancer at 44 years old, his wife, Pia Magalona, was told she had a check waiting for her at life insurer Sun Life of Canada. Read the rest of this entry »

Advertising is one of the most powerful tools of communication — albeit it can be a little tricky. In the Philippines, there is not a single channel of advertising that is not flooded, from billboards, to TVCs, to radio, even the web. One cannot help but wonder if all the clutter makes sense. Or if there’s a semblance of truth to these. Read the rest of this entry »