by Ferry Bayu | Oct 11, 2026 | Business
The Krispy Manila, a single-product crispy pork belly brand, sold out its entire opening weekend inventory through word of mouth alone. Every order was claimed before Sunday ended. The brand operates on a simple model: orders are collected on a rolling basis, fulfilled every Saturday and Sunday, and delivered fresh to customers before lunch. Slots are limited by design. The Krispy Manila is now open for orders for this weekend. Customers may reach the brand directly through Facebook Messenger to secure their order before slots close.
A New Crispy Pork Belly Brand Opened, and the First Weekend Was Gone Before Sunday Ended
The Story
CAVITE, PHILIPPINES, October 2026 — The Krispy Manila launched its first weekend of operations and closed it completely sold out.
Every order was claimed. Not through a campaign, not through a promotion. Through people telling other people.
The brand launched with one product: crispy pork belly. Delivered to your door. Made to order. The kind of skin that audibly cracks the moment it meets a knife.
By the time Sunday ended, there were no slots left.
“We built this knowing the product had to carry itself,the owner” said . “The first weekend told us it does.”
The Krispy Manila is now collecting orders for this weekend. Orders are taken on a rolling basis and fulfilled every Saturday and Sunday. Slots are limited and close once the weekend’s capacity is filled. Interested customers may reach the brand directly through Facebook Messenger to secure their order.
The Product
The Krispy Manila operates on a single principle: one product, done right, every time.
Crispy pork belly. Slab or sliced. Two sizes. Available in limited quantities each weekend, made fresh to order and delivered before lunch so it arrives the way it was meant to, hot and loud.
The brand does not offer a rotating menu. It does not expand the concept. It deepens it.
The result is a product that does not need to be explained. The sound explains it.
About The Krispy Manila
The Krispy Manila is a single-product crispy pork belly brand built on the belief that one thing done with absolute conviction is worth more than ten things done adequately. Orders are taken through Facebook Messenger. Delivery is available on weekends. Slots are limited by design.
The Krispy Manila. One product. No shortcuts.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 11, 2026 | Business
MANILA, Philippines — As AI adoption accelerates, Emerge believes the most successful organizations will be those that combine experienced people with intelligent systems.
The company cautions against viewing AI as a complete replacement for human expertise. Instead, AI should automate repetitive tasks, provide decision support, and improve consistency while people continue to lead strategy, creativity, relationships, and accountability.
Through HUGS, Emerge advocates a balanced approach where AI becomes part of a broader Business Growth System rather than a stand-alone initiative.
The company plans to continue sharing practical guidance, educational resources, and case studies to help Philippine businesses adopt AI responsibly and effectively.
“The future belongs to businesses that combine human judgment with intelligent systems. Technology is at its best when it helps people do their best work.” — Carissa Coles – Noromor, Co-founder, Vice President, Emerge
About EmergeLocal, Inc.
Emerge is a Philippine company focused on helping businesses build AI-powered Business Growth Systems through its HUGS (Humans Using Growth Systems) methodology. The company combines strategy, technology, marketing, AI, and business systems to help organizations improve customer experience and sustainable growth.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 8, 2026 | Business
MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT (MCTM) has announced the opening of its newest branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, scheduled for October 2026. The expansion aims to bring professional talent management and global opportunities directly to aspiring models and artists in the province.
MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT (MCTM), a rising name in the local talent management scene, has officially announced the opening of its newest branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, this October 2026. Since its founding in June 2025, MCTM has committed itself to discovering promising Filipino models and artists, providing them with a gateway to international projects, fashion events, and global exposure.
Empowering Talents Across Laguna
The strategic decision to establish a physical branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, stems from the agency’s recognition of the immense potential of aspiring models and artists in the province. Since a significant portion of MCTM’s current talents originate from Laguna, the new office will make professional management and training much more accessible to local artists.
By being closer to its core talents, MCTM aims to deliver specialized training and close guidance. This initiative is geared toward preparing local models and performers to confidently step onto national and global stages, connecting them with international fashion shows, brand campaigns, and multimedia productions.
From Humble Beginnings to Global Milestones
MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT has achieved remarkable growth in a relatively short period. When founder Dr. Mar Co established the agency in June 2025, operations began with managing just a single talent. Over the past year, the company has consistently scaled its capabilities, leading to the establishment of the Laguna branch as a key milestone in its journey of growth and development.
“This expansion represents an important milestone for MCTM,” said Dr. Mar Co, Owner & Founder of MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT. “Laguna is home to many talented individuals with the potential to succeed on national and international platforms. Our goal is to discover, develop, and professionally manage these talents while creating opportunities for international projects, fashion events, and global exposure.”
Auditions and Registration Details
While the new branch is set to open in October 2026, the official opening date and specific launch activities will be announced soon. Aspiring models and artists who wish to jumpstart their careers are encouraged to prepare for upcoming auditions, evaluations, and registrations.
Interested talents can reach out to the agency directly. Inquiries and updates regarding audition guidelines can be accessed through the official Facebook Page: MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT, via the owner’s personal Facebook account: Mar Co, or by emailing the management team at mc**********@***il.com.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 7, 2026 | Business
The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed RP Blu Girls kept their historic medal hopes alive at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, defeating Hong Kong, China, 9-3, on October 2 at the Anjo Softball Ground. The victory puts the Filipinas in position to battle Chinese Taipei for the bronze medal on October 3, giving the national team another opportunity to secure its first-ever Asian Games softball medal. The Philippines has finished fourth in each of the previous three editions of the Games.
Amateur Softball Association of the Philippines (ASAPHIL) President and Cebuana Lhuillier President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier praised the Blu Girls for keeping their medal dream alive and continuing to fight after the setback against China. “This is the opportunity we have been working and fighting for. The Blu Girls have shown tremendous resilience throughout this tournament, and now they have the chance to make history for Philippine softball. We know Chinese Taipei will be a tough opponent, but I believe in this team’s heart, preparation, and determination. We are behind them all the way as they give everything they have for that historic medal and for the country,” Lhuillier said.
The Blu Girls generated plenty of offense against Hong Kong, finishing with 10 hits. Ma. Angelu Gabriel led the way with three hits, an RBI, and two runs in four at-bats, while Roma Jane Cruz delivered a key performance with two hits and a team-high three RBIs. Reyae Mae Villamin drove in two runs, while Nicole Adra Hammoude and Skylynne Kopia Ellazar each drove in one run. Team captain Ma. Charlotte Sales scored twice, with Alyssa Marie Daniell, Mea Tubongbanua, Mylia Isabel Perez, and Villamin also crossing home plate.
Royevel Palma anchored the Philippines in the circle with six scoreless innings, limiting Hong Kong to four hits while striking out three without issuing a walk. Glory Alonzo entered in the seventh, with Hong Kong managing three runs, before Mary Joy Alpitche recorded the final out with a strikeout to secure the 9-3 victory.
The win also provided an immediate response to the Blu Girls’ 7-0 loss to the People’s Republic of China on October 1. The defeat snapped the Philippines’ three-game winning streak against Korea, Thailand, and Singapore and ended its bid for a place in the gold-medal game, but the team remained in contention for a spot in the bronze-medal playoff.
The Blu Girls now turn their attention to Chinese Taipei on October 3, with a bronze medal and a chance to make Philippine softball history on the line. The matchup offers a chance for redemption after the Filipinas fell to Chinese Taipei, 10-1, earlier in the preliminary round. More importantly, a victory would finally push the Philippines onto the Asian Games podium after three consecutive fourth-place finishes in 2014, 2018, and 2022.
by Ferry Bayu | Oct 6, 2026 | Business
The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed RP Blu Girls capped a hard-fought campaign at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, finishing fourth overall after falling to Chinese Taipei, 12-2, in the battle for bronze on October 3 at the Anjo Softball Ground. While the Filipinas narrowly missed a place on the podium, their run saw them battle through early setbacks, string together crucial victories and fight their way into medal contention.
Chinese Taipei established control early, scoring four runs in the opening inning before adding eight in the second. The Blu Girls refused to go quietly, responding with two runs in the third inning. Nicole Adra Hammoude delivered both RBIs, recording a hit and scoring once, while Mylia Isabel Perez also crossed home plate. Ma. Angelu Gabriel and Reyae Mae Villamin added a hit apiece as the Philippines finished with four hits against Chinese Taipei’s 13.
Amateur Softball Association of the Philippines (ASAPHIL) President and Cebuana Lhuillier President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier commended the national team for the fight and determination it showed throughout the Games. “Of course, we wanted to see the Blu Girls come home with a medal, but this campaign gave us many reasons to be proud. They faced some of the strongest teams in Asia, fought their way back after a difficult start, and never stopped competing for the flag. That resilience is what defines this team. We will continue to support them, build on everything we learned here, and keep working toward the day Philippine softball finally reaches that Asian Games podium,” Lhuillier said.
The bronze medal game brought an end to a campaign marked by resilience from the Filipinas. After opening with difficult losses to Japan and Chinese Taipei, the Blu Girls responded with three straight victories, beating Korea, 7-3, blanking Thailand, 7-0, and dominating Singapore, 10-0. A 7-0 setback against eventual finalist China followed, but the Philippines stayed in the medal hunt and defeated Hong Kong, China, 9-3, to earn its shot at bronze.
Japan ultimately claimed the women’s softball gold medal after defeating the People’s Republic of China, 7-0, in the championship game later on October 3 at the Anjo Softball Ground. The result gave Japan the top spot on the podium, while China settled for the silver medal and Chinese Taipei secured bronze following its victory over the Philippines.
With another high-level international campaign behind them, the Blu Girls leave the Games with valuable experience to build on as they continue their pursuit of a breakthrough medal for Philippine softball.
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