Across its portfolio, the company has expanded beyond traditional retail, combining shopping, dining, and recreation into destinations designed for flexible, walk-in experiences rather than planned outings.

At Festival Mall Alabang, the flagship property and home to the group’s first indoor amusement zone, the West Wing anchors a range of attractions tailored to different age groups and activity levels.

Key features include the Grand Carousel as a central attraction, Pixie Forest for younger children with gentle rides such as Elfin Waves and an indoor water attraction, and X-Site for thrill-seekers, highlighted by the X-Treme Coaster, a 300-meter indoor roller coaster.

The Grand Station area adds interactive attractions such as the Junction Express and Kiddo Driving School, allowing families to alternate between role-play, exploration, and more active entertainment within a single visit.

The Junction Express is designed as a narrative-driven ride experience that integrates storytelling into its route.

“The Junction Express is designed to be more than just a ride—it’s a shared story where families can imagine, explore, and discover together. It’s in these simple, joyful moments that real connections happen,” shares Denise Lagayan, Vice President and Corporate Marketing Head, Filinvest Malls.

The journey begins at Panda Cove, introducing characters Shanti the Dreamer and Coco the Little Hope, before moving into the Safari Zone featuring Leo the Guardian and Ellie the Explorer, with each segment designed to create an immersive shared experience.

Filinvest Malls said the attraction reflects its broader goal of turning leisure spaces into interactive family experiences rather than standalone rides.

Beyond indoor attractions, the company is also developing open and restorative environments across its properties. Festival Mall features the Water Garden and River Park, while Fora Mall in Tagaytay includes Forest Landing and indoor recreational areas.

In Cebu, IL Corso emphasizes open-air, coastal-inspired design with waterfront walkways, while the upcoming Cebu Lighthouse is expected to further expand its lifestyle and community offerings.

“At Filinvest Malls, we thoughtfully bring together play, leisure, and lifestyle so that every family member feels included,” says Mitch Dumlao, First Vice President and Retail Business Unit Head, Filinvest Malls. “Whether it’s excitement, relaxation, or discovery, there’s always something ready for you—because meaningful family time should be easy, enjoyable, and shared by everyone.”

Company officials said the strategy reflects a broader shift toward mixed-use lifestyle destinations where entertainment, relaxation, and everyday activities coexist in one space.

RAT

Love: If a romantic interest suddenly asks for financial help, that is a red flag.

Health: Drink herbal tea. It helps you relax and strengthens your immune system.

Career: You will be able to handle multiple tasks well today.

Wealth: Avoid peer pressure when it comes to spending. Plan so you will not regret it.

Luck guide

Direction: South

Time: 8 a.m.

Color: Green

Number: 7

Advice: Wear a green aventurine bracelet for better spending decisions.

OX

Love: If the conversation is all about excitement but the person refuses to introduce themselves, it may be a scam.

Health: Drink lemon water. It helps detox and boosts the immune system.

Career: You will learn a new system.

Wealth: Use the envelope method for budgeting. Separate funds for bills, groceries and savings.

Luck guide

Direction: West

Time: 2 p.m.

Color: Purple

Number: 2

Advice: Wear an amethyst bracelet for wallet discipline.

TIGER

Love: Someone wants to get to know you but seems too dramatic at the start. That is a warning sign.

Health: Rest and unplug if you are too tired.

Career: A teammate may need your help. Share what you know.

Wealth: Do not join the habit of excessive buying. Focus on your goals.

Luck guide

Direction: Southeast

Time: 10 a.m.

Color: Silver

Number: 1

Advice: Wear a silver hematite bracelet for control and balance. Have the energy flow of your bank card drawer.

RABBIT

Love: Do not easily believe someone who is overly sweet in chat, especially if they claim to be an OFW but always has a problem.

Health: Eat soup in the evening. It helps warm the body.

Career: You will submit a report that will bring you recognition.

Wealth: Set aside 10 percent of your salary for emergency fund.

Luck guide

Direction: East

Time: 9 a.m.

Color: Blue

Number: 8

Advice: Wear a lapis lazuli bracelet for smart financial responses.

DRAGON

Love: If someone is too mysterious and avoids video calls, start asking questions.

Health: Do not let your back get cold. Wear a jacket.

Career: There is a possibility of a bonus, but it depends on your actions today.

Wealth: Before buying, ask yourself if it is for the long term or just for a feel good moment.

Luck guide

Direction: West

Time: 1 p.m.

Color: Beige

Number: 9

Advice: Wear a tiger eye bracelet for clear financial priorities.

SNAKE

Love: Someone may be courting you online, but it could just be flattery to ask for load or GCash.

Health: Reduce sweets during the rainy season.

Career: You are on the radar of management. Stay consistent.

Wealth: Use a budget journal to track your expenses.

Luck guide

Direction: North

Time: 12 n.n.

Color: Pink

Number: 5

Advice: Wear a rose quartz bracelet for genuine connections and to avoid fake interactions. Arrange a Feng Shui zone for online communication at home.

HORSE

Love: If someone keeps leading you on in chat but does not show up in real life, avoid them.

Health: Increase fiber and water intake to prevent bloating.

Career: Your efforts will be noticed more if you stay consistent.

Wealth: Plan your salary. Set aside savings before spending.

Luck guide

Direction: North

Time: 1 p.m.

Color: White

Number: 4

Advice: Wear a clear quartz bracelet for clear financial flow.

GOAT

Love: A sweet message from someone you do not know may just be scripted. Be cautious.

Health: Avoid letting sweat dry on your body. It may lead to flu.

Career: A senior will give you important pointers.

Wealth: Create a weekly cash flow plan. Do not spend everything at once.

Luck guide

Direction: East

Time: 11 a.m.

Color: Yellow

Number: 6

Advice: Wear a citrine bracelet for proper money tracking.

MONKEY

Love: Do not be charmed by someone who is always busy with you but active with others.

Health: Avoid too much fast food even when busy.

Career: You will be asked to speak or lead. Be ready.

Wealth: Do not rush into joining online buy in ventures without a clear system.

Luck guide

Direction: South

Time: 4 p.m.

Color: White

Number: 1

Advice: Wear a clear quartz bracelet for financial awareness.

ROOSTER

Love: If someone plays with your feelings like a prank, respond with maturity and quietly walk away.

Health: Eat fruits daily. Do not let your immunity drop.

Career: Your week will go smoothly if you start early.

Wealth: List your debts and include them in your budget. Not everything needs to be paid all.

Luck guide

Direction: Southeast

Time: 9 a.m.

Color: Blue

Number: 7

Advice: Wear a blue agate bracelet for calm and calculated moves.

DOG

Love: Do not easily trust strangers who suddenly become sweet in private messages.

Health: Eat bananas for potassium and strength.

Career: You will be tasked with checking important details.

Wealth: Make sure everything is documented before making payments.

Luck guide

Direction: East

Time: 10 a.m.

Color: Grey

Number: 6

Advice: Wear a smoky quartz bracelet as an energy shield against deception.

PIG

Love: If you cannot talk to them in person, they may not just be misleading you.

Health: Do stretching every morning for better energy flow.

Career: It is a good time to propose an idea.

Wealth: Start planning your upcoming expenses now.

Luck guide

Direction: South

Time: 1 p.m.

Color: Gold

Number: 3

Advice: Wear a pyrite bracelet for vision and financial balance.

"This nightmare must end," said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, calling the anniversary "a tragic milestone in a conflict that has shattered a country of immense promise".

"The consequences are not confined to Sudan. They are destabilising the wider region," he told the gathering via a video message.

The conference host, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, said that "largely beyond the public eye, the world's greatest man-made humanitarian catastrophe is unfolding in Sudan", adding that Germany would contribute 230 million euros in aid.

International donors pledged in total around 1.5 billion euros to tackle the crisis at the conference, according to a joint statement from several countries, as well as the African Union and EU, which organised the event. 

As well as rallying donors, the conference aimed to help revive faltering peace talks, although the two sides fighting the war, the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, have been excluded.

The vast majority of Sudanese people have been plunged into poverty by the conflict, which has spawned numerous war crimes allegations. 

Mor than 13 million people have been forcibly displaced by the conflict, according to the organisers of the Berlin gathering.

"People are exhausted," said Amgad Ahmed, 42, in Omdurman, Khartoum's twin city. "Three years of war have worn people down. We have lost work, savings and any sense of stability."

Lethal drone strikes

The Berlin meeting brought together governments, aid agencies and civil society groups and followed similar conferences hosted by London and Paris over the past two years.

The war between Sudan's army and the RSF has killed tens of thousands of people.

Nearly 700 civilians have been killed in drone strikes since January alone, with attacks escalating on both sides, particularly in the southern Kordofan region and Blue Nile State, according to the United Nations.

A semblance of normality, however, has taken root in the capital since the army retook control of Khartoum last year.

In parts of the city, reconstruction has already begun. Markets have reopened, traffic has returned to streets that were once largely empty, while national secondary school exams were held this week after nearly two years of widespread school closures. 

According to the UN, around 1.8 million people have returned to Khartoum.

But danger still lurks among the soot-stained buildings, with authorities slowly working to clear tens of thousands of unexploded bombs left behind by the fighting.

Al-Basheer Babker al-Basheer, 41, who visited Khartoum twice this year after three years away, said the city would need years to recover.

"I was happy to come back," he told AFP. "But when I went into the city centre, it was heartbreaking.

"The road to the university where I studied is no longer the same. The walls are black. They are not the same places we used to go to.

Stalled diplomacy

Diplomatic efforts towards peace led by the United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt -- referred to collectively as the Quad -- have so far failed.

Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey back the Sudanese army, while the UAE is accused of arming the RSF. All sides deny direct involvement.

Quad-led talks stalled after army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan accused the group in November of bias because of Abu Dhabi's membership.

UN rights chief Volker Turk told the Berlin meeting that he was "alarmed by the sharp increase in the use of drone warfare in recent months" in the conflict.

Drone strikes caused three-quarters of documented civilian deaths in the first three months of this year, he said.

The conference organisers, Germany, France, Britain, the United States, African Union and EU, said they were committed to ensuring Sudan "does not become a forgotten crisis". 

"We urge all our partners to step up their efforts to bring the conflict to an end," their joint statement said.