Presented and organized by Lampara Books, the annual competition continues the tradition of promoting a love for reading, as well as encouraging the new generation of youth to discover the joy of storytelling through Filipino books. The contest is open to Filipino students in Grades 1 to 6 nationwide.   This year’s edition promises to be bigger and more inclusive than ever. According to Segundo D. Matias Jr., Founder and CEO of Lampara Books and Precious Pages Corporation, the student competition aims to reach aspiring storytellers from every corner of the Philippines through a virtual presentation format.   “We made...

Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI) successfully released 146 sea turtle hatchlings into open waters recently, bringing the total number of turtles nurtured through the program to 4,261 over the years. Each release represents a meaningful step toward supporting the growth of the species in Batangas and maintaining balance within the local marine ecosystem.   This milestone is part of CPI’s sustained commitment to environmental stewardship, anchored in nearly two decades of coastal cleanup initiatives along its Batangas terminal. These efforts have helped transform sections of the shoreline into safer nesting grounds for Olive Ridley sea turtles—a species increasingly threatened by illegal trade and plastic...

All work—regardless of the profession or industry—serves a deeper purpose in society for as long as it is done with integrity and passion. Last Labor Day, Caltex Philippines honors the honest work of its station customer service representatives nationwide, who have committed each day to serving Filipino motorists with precision and care.    Alkindar J. Amil For Alkindar J. Amil, his job at a Caltex station in Zamboanga City is more than just a routine –but a commitment to continue his father’s legacy of humble service.    Back in 2018, Alkindar began working as a customer service representative (CSR) after...

Chevron returns as a co-presenter sponsor for the 12th AmCham ScholaRun, staying true to its commitment to empower Filipino youth through education. This is an annual fun run organized by the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc., to raise funds to support disadvantaged Filipino students’ schooling.    Held for the first time at the Plaza Moriones in Intramuros, Manila, this year’s edition carried the venue’s heritage with the theme “Fiesta of Hope:  Funding Dreams, One Step at a Time.”    The run was attended by 3,797 participants. Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI) and Chevron Holdings Inc.—Global Business Services (CHI-GBS) had 216 employees...

Filipino heroes are not just in history books– they are out here today, doing what they can to serve those around them. Ride-hailing drivers live this to a tee, as they help out total strangers in times of urgency and uncertainty. This National Heroes Day, inDrive pays tribute to its partner drivers who quietly go the extra mile – sometimes quite literally to serve people in need.  Whether navigating flooded roads, staying calm in emergencies, or making room for family priorities amid the grind, their stories are a reminder that heroism can be quiet and incredibly human.   One such...