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Manila, Philippines -  Home Credit Philippines successfully concluded Takbo #ParaSaLife 2026 after gathering thousands of runners across its Manila and Cebu legs, reinforcing its advocacy for overall wellness and financial well-being. With Security Bank as one of the event sponsors, this year’s run highlighted how maintaining good health can help Filipinos stay focused, make sound decisions, and move closer to their life goals. The flagship wellness run kicked off on February 1 at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds, where close to 4,500, runners and pets joined the Manila leg. The event continued in Cebu on March 29 at Citi di Mare by Filinvest drawing around 1,500  participants and completing this year’s two-city Takbo #ParaSaLife series. Takbo #ParaSaLife features race categories for runners of all levels, including a 1KM Pet Run, 3KM, 5KM, and 10KM distances. Participants from different age g...

Manila, Philippines (April 24, 2026)  — HUAWEI redefines how runners train and perform with the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2, the lightest and most accurate titanium smartwatch in its class. The device was co-developed with King of Marathon Eliud Kipchoge, the first and only human to have covered a marathon distance in under two hours. Long advocate for running as a universal pursuit, his “No Human Is Limited” ethos reflects a belief that running belongs to everyone, not just elite athletes, regardless of pace or distance. The HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 was powered by this idea, bringing elite-level training intelligence into the everyday routines of both recreational and competitive runners. “What made me collaborate with HUAWEI is that we have the same values. I can believe in creating movement in this world. If you move, you become healthy, and that's the real core. I want to make this world a running world through movement,” said the marathon legend. “Together—myself and HUAWEI—we ar...

Manila, Philippines  (April 21, 2026) — Red Bull Half Court, the world’s fastest 3on3 tournament,returns to the Philippines, bringing its high-intensity  competition across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Regional qualifiers across the country will lead into the National Finals, where the Philippines’ best will be crowned before advancing to a historic World Finals in Manila, the capital of streetball, this December. Rooted in the energy of puso sa kanto, where the game is fast, fearless, and deeply tied to community, the tournament sets the stage for a clear path from local courts to global competition. Home Courts Across the Nation, From Regional Battles to National Glory Under the heat and glare of the Philippine sun, streetball moves at full speed—sneakers scraping concrete, bodies colliding in tight spaces, and every possession carrying weight. It’s raw, loud, and constantly in motion. From the courts of Manila to the rising scenes in Cebu and the physical matchups in Davao...

April 14, DAVAO, Philippines — TECNO officially joins the energy of RUNRIO Earth Day Run 2026 as the first leg begins in Davao on April 12 in SM Lanang, marking the start of a multi-city celebration that brings together movement, community action, and a shared commitment to a greener future. Run for the Planet, Captured Like Never Before More than just a race-day appearance, TECNO’s participation reflects what the CAMON 50 Series is built for: helping people capture real life as it happens. From fast-moving runners and finish-line reactions to wide community scenes and long-distance action, the CAMON 50 Series brings its Super Zoom FlashSnap capability into one of the most dynamic real-world situations for mobile imaging—sports in motion. Whether it is a runner pushing toward the finish line, friends celebrating after a personal best, or families turning Earth Day into a meaningful weekend moment, TECNO is positioning the CAMON 50 Series as the phone that helps users keep the energy, e...

From early morning jogs to weekend fun runs, more Filipinos are embracing active lifestyles as health and wellness become a growing priority in everyday life. Running, in particular, has long been a go to physical activity in the country — accessible, inclusive, and deeply rooted in community culture — making it a natural choice for individuals seeking both physical and mental well being.   This shift towards more intentional, health focused living reflects a broader movement among Filipinos to stay active, connected, and environmentally conscious; increasingly supported by organizations that recognize the role of technology, community, and sustainability in driving positive change.   “Our initiatives reflect our belief that progress must be purposeful and sustainable. As we continue to expand our 5G infrastructure and deliver world class connectivity, we are also committed to ensuring that our growth supports healthier communities and a greener planet,” said Marjorie Garrovil...

MANILA, Philippines —Manulife Philippines, the local arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife, continues to champion sustainable health habits as it launched its Time to MOVE campaign, a series of initiatives encouraging Filipinos to make the first step toward better well-being. The first in the series was “Run and Recover” in partnership with Just Show Up, a community-driven run collective that promotes health and connection, in Makati City. The Time to MOVE campaign supports Manulife’s strategic priority of empowering customers' health, wealth, and longevity and aligns to the recently launched Manulife Longevity Institute, a global platform to drive action that helps people live longer, healthier, and more financially secure lives. The campaign builds on ManulifeMOVE, Manulife Philippines’ holistic health program bringing together the right proposition, products, platforms, and partners to improve customer’s well-being at every stage, which the company la...