SPOTLIGHT
A curated mix of everyday living, cultural experiences, events, press releases, and meaningful community moments.
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Sterling Bank of Asia, Philippine Guarantee Corporation Partner to Expand Home Financing
Sterling Bank of Asia (SBA) and the Philippine Guarantee Corporation (PhilGuarantee) have officially sealed their partnership, marking the launch of a ₱5-billion Housing Retail Guarantee Facility. This collaboration combines the strengths of the public and private sector to broaden home financing access for Filipino families. A Strategic Vision for Greater Access PhilGuarantee President and CEO Alberto E. Pascual and SBA President and CEO Cecilio Paul San Pedro led the signing ceremony, highlighting institutional synergy and a shared vision for community impact. “In banking, partnerships matter. No single institution can address every challenge on its own. But when organizations with complementary mandates come together, the decisions made in boardrooms can create…
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Sterling Bank of Asia Selects Infosys Finacle SaaS for its Next-Gen Transformation
June 26, 2026 — Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, and Sterling Bank of Asia (Sterling Bank), one of the most progressive banks in the Philippines, today announced the bank’s decision to select Infosys Finacle Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for its transformation program. Sterling Bank has opted to leverage the Finacle Core Banking, Finacle Customer Data Hub, Finacle Trade Finance, and Finacle Origination solutions for its requirements. Through this strategic collaboration with Infosys Finacle, Sterling Bank expects to enhance the experience of both employees and customers. At the same time, it aims…
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SEC Express on eGovPH Superapp: Guide to Online SEC Transactions in the Philippines
There are certain errands that don’t sound complicated until you actually have to do them, and SEC Express eGovPH Superapp makes getting corporate documents from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) one of those tasks that feels a lot simpler—at least compared to the usual process. If you’ve ever handled requirements for a business loan, a partnership, compliance work, or even legal paperwork, you know the routine. Requests to prepare, documents to secure, follow-ups to track, and sometimes a trip to an SEC office just to make sure everything is in order. It’s not difficult in theory but it can be time-consuming in practice. That’s why SEC Express feels like…
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#CAYATalks: Level Up Life on Faith, Family, Finances
On June 12, 2026 – Philippine Independence Day – BEEEF CAYA (Christian Association of Young Adults) members from all over Batangas gathered together for the BEEEF CAYA Grand Fellowship 2026, held at Saving Grace Christian Church in San Pascual, Batangas. Theme: CAYA Talks – Level Up Life on Faith, Family, Finances. And I don’t think it was a coincidence that they chose a holiday. Think about it, CAYA members are young professionals. Busy. Work always gets in the way. Getting everyone in the same room at the same time is no small feat. So holding it on a national holiday? That was a smart, intentional decision. Now here’s where it…
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The Digital Advantage: Introducing the PSA E-Certificate Service Powered by PSAHelpline.ph
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), in collaboration with its authorized online channel, PSAHelpline.ph, is pleased to announce the modernization of vital records access through the PSA E-Certificate Service. This service represents a significant step forward in the digital transformation of public services, ensuring that authenticated copies of civil registry documents are secured and shared with maximum efficiency and security. This initiative delivers an official, authenticated, digital copy of your civil registry document, offering a secure and immediate method for handling essential paperwork from your computer or mobile device. Designed for convenience across the Philippines, the PSA E-Certificate acts as a readily available, verifiable version of documents like Birth, Marriage, and…
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How Les Misérables Turned Solaire Theatre Into a Room Full of Tears
January 20, 2026 — It was the first day of Les Misérables (concert) here in Manila, Philippines, and I had the privilege of watching it live at the stunning Solaire Theatre. My heart is full, my voice is slightly hoarse from cheering, and my eyes? Definitely cried more than I expected. A great experience indeed. A Story That Has Moved Generations Les Misérables, based on the novel by Victor Hugo, tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former prisoner trying to rebuild his life after receiving an unexpected act of grace. As he seeks redemption, he is relentlessly pursued by Inspector Javert, who believes justice must be upheld at all…
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Book Nook 2025: Building Iloilo’s Reading Culture
Over 80 reading space advocates, storytellers, and educators across the Philippines gathered for the annual Book Nook Conference 2025, organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), in Iloilo City. The conference, held from August 20-22, aimed to consolidate the best practices as well as challenges faced by area coordinators for The Book Nook Project, a flagship program by the NBDB which aims to address the country’s reading crisis by setting up reading and storytelling spaces across the Philippines. Themed Sug-álaw: A Grand Encounter of Stories, Cultures, and Communities, the three-day event discussed the best sustainability practices and community-building tips to ensure book accessibility in different regions of the country.…
