The National Arts Month opening ceremony in Davao was graced by (L-R) Alcantara Foundation Executive Director Ryan Vidanes, NCCA Project Officer Corrinah Olazo, Davao City Office for Culture and the Arts Division Head Oscar Casaysay, Councilor Atty. Petite Principe, Alsons Dev Vice President and General Manager Jolla A. Soriaga, NCCA Commissioner of the Sub-commission for Culture and the Arts Dr. Lordinio A. Vergara, Councilor Al Ryan S. Alejandre, Davao City Tourism Operations Officer In Charge Willento Tormis Jr., NCCA National Head of the Committee on Visual Arts Al-Nezzar B. Ali, and NCCA National Executive Member of the Committee on Visual Arts Abraham A. Garcia Jr. 

Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev), a leading real estate development firm in Davao City, reaffirmed its commitment to advancing culture and the arts as part of community development by serving as a strategic partner for the Davao leg of the National Arts Month, held February 20-21, 2026.

 

The celebration was organized in partnership with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Conrado and Ladislawa Alcantara Foundation Inc., bringing together public and private stakeholders in support of local arts and culture.

 

The opening ceremony at Rizal Park featured performances by the students under DepEd’s Special Program for the Arts (SPA), highlighting the region’s emerging artistic talents. In the afternoon, the Davao Choreographers Forum brought together local dance practitioners for a session of learning and exchanging ideas. The day concluded with a concert by the Kaliwat Performing Arts Collective entitled Ang Yuta, ang Tawo ug ang Kalinaw (Ang Bayan, ang Tao, at ang Kapayapaan).

#GlowUpYum at Rizal Park, Davao City

A surprise treat was given to thousands of commuters at key transportation hubs and shopping centers in the Philippines when Jollibee introduced its updated version of the classic Yumburger. Although it still costs Php 45, the Yumburger is now more Langhap-Sarap due to its bigger beef patty and more dressing.

 

From office workers to students, many took the chance to try the improved Yumburger, making their usual trips a little more exciting. Crowds gathered at One Ayala in Makati, The Infinity in Pampanga, Paseo de Santa Rosa in Lauguna, Parkmall in Cebu, and Rizal Park in Davao. Jollibee gave away 2,000 free Yumburgers at each location, plus 4,000 vouchers to try an exclusive combo in stores.

 

 

“Filipino commuters have always loved the Jollibee Yumbrger, so we thought this was the perfect way to bring them a little extra joy,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines. “Our Yumburger is not just a burger, but a part of Filipino life and cherished memories. With this glow-up, it is more Langhap-Sarap, giving comfort and happiness in every bite while staying affordable for everyone.”

Adding to the excitement, the Yum mascot delighted commuters at each location, posing for photos, handing out burgers, and energizing the surprise giveaways.

 

 

Also, Jollibee released a new film featuring the glowed-upYumburger and encourages customers to share their #GlowUpYum moments on social media for a chance to be featured on the brand’s official channels.

The nationwide activity highlighted Jollibee’s commitment to giving Filipinos more of what they love, making a familiar favorite even better and more enjoyable.

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A leader in digital business services, TP in the Philippines (formerly Teleperformance) today announced the opening of TP Davao Uprise, its second location in Davao City and fourth throughout Mindanao. This announcement reaffirms the country’s long-term commitment to inclusive job creation, talent development, and regional growth in the Philippines.

Located at the Uprise at Felcris Centrale Mall, a PEZA-accredited development, the new site currently serves global and domestic makers and is scalable for expansion as needed. Apart from the operations areas, the site also houses a recruitment hub and several recreational spaces, including a fully equipped gym, a karaoke room, and a basketball half-court.

 

Nowadays, life frequently seems to move quickly and never stops. Many people end up going through the day automatically due to long workdays, several traffic jams, back-to-back meetings or classes, and continuous notifications. As a result, a growing number of Filipinos of all ages and lifestyles are choosing to romanticize daily life by discovering tiny ways to be in the moment, ease daily stress, and savor everyday moments in the midst of chaos.