Asian Dragon Magazine

07/09/2026

Pawgrounds at Parqal: A Space for Pets and Shared Moments

For many Filipino fur parents, pets are more than just companions – they are part of the family. From morning walks and weekend strolls to spontaneous café runs, more pet owners are looking for places where they can enjoy quality time with their four-legged friends.

This sentiment is reflected in TGM Research's 2026 Pet Ownership & Lifestyle Insights, with 57% of Filipinos identifying their pets as family members, and around 54% spending more on pet-related products and services than the previous year, pointing to the growing role pets play in everyday life.

As pets become more integrated into daily routines, so does the desire to include them in experiences outside the home. Pawgrounds at Parqal is a dedicated space where humans and their furry companions can play, enjoy the outdoors, and share meaningful moments together.

More than a place to play, Pawgrounds creates space for shared moments – where a morning walk can become a routine, a weekend visit can become family time, and conversations between fur parents can turn into new connections.
“Today, we’re opening more than just a pet park. We’re opening a space where simple walks can turn into adventures, playtime can turn into friendships, and everyday moments can become memories,” said Guia Kristinne Pajimola, Parqal’s Operations Manager.

This reflects Parqal's vision of thoughtfully designed spaces where people can move, connect, and enjoy the little moments that make everyday life meaningful. Set within its open-air, walkable environment, Pawgrounds at Parqal extends that experience to the four-legged members of the family. More importantly, it reflects what Parqal has always been about: creating spaces that enrich everyday life.

As the way Filipinos live with their pets continues to evolve, Pawgrounds offers a simple idea: when pets are family, they deserve a place in the experiences we share.

28/08/2026

Superstitions – particularly those relating to health – can be found in just about every household in the Philippines, and this is thanks in part to our grandparents and yayas. Who hasn’t heard of how sleeping with wet hair can cause blindness? How washing your hands after doing any work like simple chores – can trigger the shakes? Or not drying off sweat with a towel immediately after a hot day outside can trigger pneumonia? While most of these beliefs are generally harmless, they do become problematic when they are spread by social media – which is already a hotbed for disinformation.

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27/08/2026

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Moving to position the Philippines at the absolute vanguard of the Southeast Asian health economy, government officials and corporate pioneers officially converged at the VS Hotel & Convention Center for the high-density trade preview of the upcoming Health & Wellness Confex (HWONFEX) co-located with HilomX 2026 happening on September 4 and 5, 2026 at SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. Explicitly designated as an official ASEAN side event, the comprehensive assembly blueprinted a unified national strategy to capture a dominant share of the $6.8 trillion global preventive health, medical travel, and retirement infrastructure markets under the banner theme, “Go Explore, Grow Communities, Glow Together.”

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20/08/2026

MAKATI CITY, Philippines — Casa Charlie is redefining affordable boutique hospitality in Makati, offering thoughtfully designed accommodations, practical comfort, and warm Filipino hospitality.

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18/08/2026

Luxent Hotel Opens Pamumukadkad: An August Blossom Hallway Art Exhibit

Luxent Hotel officially opened Pamumukadkad: An August Blossom Hallway Art Exhibit, a month-long celebration of Filipino creativity in partnership with Daloy Likha Art Gallery.

Featuring the works of Filipino artists Rebie Abas, Noel P. Bueza, Rinaldi de Guzman, and Vincent Bueza, the exhibit transforms the hotel’s Blossom Hallway into a vibrant showcase of contemporary Filipino art.

Derived from the Filipino word meaning “to bloom,” Pamumukadkad celebrates growth, creativity, and new beginnings while providing local artists a platform to share their stories and artistic expressions.

The opening reception was made possible through the generous support of the hotel’s valued partners: Styled by Quinn, Official Event Styling Partner; Happy Burritos, Official Grazing Table Partner; Destileria Limtuaco & Co., Inc., Official Cocktail Partner; and Patrick Garillo, Official Photography Partner.

The exhibit is open daily throughout August at Luxent Hotel, Quezon City.

14/08/2026

Debbie Co welcomes Resort ’26 with *Jardin du Soleil* — a collection that beautifully blends the timeless elegance of British afternoon tea with the warmth and vibrancy of the tropics. 🌿☀️

Celebrating 21 years of Atelier Debbie Co, the collection features feminine silhouettes, delicate lace, soft corsetry, flowing skirts, and vibrant botanical prints designed for modern women who embrace beauty in every moment.

Now available at Atelier Debbie Co at Proscenium and the Atelier Debbie Co Pop-up at Power Plant Mall, Rockwell until September 2026.

11/08/2026

Sun Life Philippines announces collaboration with Donny Pangilinan for the new “Live Bright Now” campaign last July 4, 2026 at Conrad Manila.

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06/08/2026

In pursuit of new export opportunities, The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) invites local business owners to showcase their products at the DTI Bagong Pilipinas National Exporters Fair 2026, from July 22 to 26 at SM Megamall Megatrade Halls 1-3, Mandaluyong City.

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05/08/2026

Employees and media partners of Luxent Hotel in Timog, Quezon City unite for an environmental sustainability initiative during the hotel’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Tree planting activity in La Mesa Eco Park last July 21.

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07/07/2026

‘Wais’ moves for peace of mind with Home Credit

Joyce Tan, a Wais Home Credit customer since 2020, bought her iPhone 13 in 2021 with Home Credit Protect. A Gen Z professional living independently in Taguig, Joyce balanced her work, rent, bills, and daily expenses while finding practical ways to manage lifestyle purchases with Home Credit products and services. This one move unexpectedly guarded her from an unforeseen medical emergency, when a sudden rise in her blood pressure required her to be hospitalized for Stage 2 hypertension.

Amid rising financial pressures from hospital bills, medication, rent, utilities, and other daily expenses, the Home Credit Protect coverage linked to her iPhone 13 gave Joyce the much-needed relief, enabling her to take care of other expenses better.

“Nabawasan talaga ‘yong stress ko pagdating ng monthly payments ko kay Home Credit. Nagkaroon ako ng peace of mind at mas nakapag-focus ako sa pagpapagaling ko,” Joyce said
Joyce is just one example of how Home Credit Philippines has supported over 13 million Filipinos through products and services designed to help make everyday life easier and more manageable for the last 13 years.

“Joyce’s story shows how simple decisions today can make a meaningful difference in unexpected moments,” said Jana Pechouckova, senior executive vice president of Home Credit Philippines.

Watch Joyce’s Kwentong HC here and discover how making wais moves today can help bring peace of mind for tomorrow.

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