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Mr. Freeze’s Gerry Santos and Next-Gen Leadership Are Cooling the Nation and Warming Lives

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  From humble beginnings in a rented apartment with just a borrowed truck to a nationwide network of strategically located manufacturing plants, Mr. Freeze has solidified its status as a household and commercial staple. For over two decades, the company has delivered more than just ice, it has delivered resilience, dedication, and community impact under the visionary leadership of the "Ice King" himself, Founder and CEO Mr. Gerald “Gerry” Santos. This remarkable journey took center stage as Mr. Gerry Santos and the next generation of leadership graced the cover of TopNewsAsia for its October 2026 issue. To celebrate the feature, TopNewsAsia spearheaded by its President and Editor-in-Chief Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas , hosted an exclusive magazine signing event at the National Book Store SM North EDSA branch , drawing crowds, fans, and business enthusiasts eager to meet the family behind the legacy. All throughout the magazine signing event, Mr. Freeze proved to be remarkab...
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From Promise to Proof: Allianz PNB Life Strengthens Financial and Community Resilience for Filipino Families

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As Allianz PNB Life marks 10 years in the Philippines, the insurer posts 98% growth in new business while expanding financial solutions and sustainability partnerships that help Filipino families become more Panatag. Allianz PNB Life (AZPNBL) marked a decade of serving Filipino families at a media briefing themed "From Promise to Proof," showcasing how its commitment to securing the future of Filipino families continues to translate into meaningful results through business growth, customer trust, innovative solutions, and community impact. At the heart of AZPNBL’s success is the trust Filipino families continue to place in the company. Reflecting this trust and the strength of its growth strategy, AZPNBL ranked third in the Philippine life insurance industry in terms of consolidated New Business Annual Premium Equivalent (NBAPE) in the first half of 2026, according to the latest Insurance Commission data. The company recorded Php4.59 billion in NBAPE, a key measure of new bus...
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Negros Trade Fair marks 40 years of championing MSMEs with SM Supermalls

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Unveiled during the media launch, the official BÚTLAK video sweeps across Negros—its landscapes, landmarks, fashion, and artistry—bringing the island’s creative spirit to life. One afternoon at SM Aura was enough to show why generations of shoppers have made the Negros Trade Fair a much-awaited celebration. The Association of Negros Producers (ANP) , together with SM Supermalls , officially launched BÚTLAK: The 40th Negros Trade Fair with a preview that brought together the flavors, fashion, craftsmanship, stories, and creative spirit of Negros. From September 22 to 27, 2026 , the landmark anniversary edition will bring 178 brands from the Negros Island Region to the SMX Convention Center Aura . A Journey to Negros—Without Booking a Flight! One of the media launch’s most evocative moments was the unveiling of the official BÚTLAK video. Taking viewers through the places, flavors, craftsmanship, and stories of Negros, the film offered the kind of visual journey that could make anyone ...
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SM Job Fair marks 500th milestone, expands access to jobs and future-ready skills

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  OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN REACH. Across SM malls nationwide, jobseekers are finding new ways to connect with jobs, skills, and brighter possibilities. For thousands of Filipinos, finding the right job begins with having the right opportunity within reach. SM Job Fair marked a major milestone while widening access to employment and skills development—from celebrating its 500th nationwide job fair and bringing SM Group employers directly to communities, to working with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to connect technical-vocational training with careers. Together, these initiatives reflect SM Supermalls’ continuing commitment to make the journey from preparing for work to finding meaningful employment more accessible to Filipinos. 500 JOB FAIRS—AND COUNTING!  On August 12, SM City Daet hosted the 500th SM Job Fair , marking an important milestone in SM Supermalls’ nationwide jobs advocacy.  As of its 500th Job Fair, the program has connecte...
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