POLITICS
ESCUDERO WANTS 2025 BUDGET TO BE CLIMATE-ADAPTED
In the aftermath of the massive destruction and loss of lives brought about by tropical storm Kristine, Senate President Chiz Escudero said the annual general appropriations act, starting with the 2025 version, should already be “climate adapted and climate resilient.” While it is easy to point fingers at the agencies or personalities supposedly responsible for…
PIMENTEL WANTS PROBE ON CITEM’S BUDGET
Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III called for reforms at the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), after raising concerns over several operational issues within the export agency, including high costs for exhibitors and a long-term lease agreement he described as “grossly disadvantageous” to the government. In a resolution, Pimentel cited the agency’s…
RESOURCES REVENUE SHARE HIKE FOR INDIGENOUS PUSHED
Senator Robin Padilla has filed a bill assuring Indigenous Peoples (IPs) a bigger share of revenues generated from natural resources within the territories of indigenous cultural communities. Padilla, who chairs the Senate Committee on Cultural Communities and Muslim Affairs, filed Senate Bill 2869, which introduces amendments to the 27-year-old Indigenous People’s Rights Act of 1997…
820 BULACAN SENIORS TO WALK FOR WELLNESS
As part of the Elderly Filipino Week celebration, the province of Bulacan is honoring the elderly members of its community through a health and wellness activity dubbed as Healthy Brain, Healthy Life! Seniors’ Walk 2024 on November 7, 8:00 am which will begin from the Capitol Mini Forest Park to Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center…
GOVERNMENT
ANGARA LAUDS PERFORMANCE OF GAPAN CITY SDO
The Department of Education (DepEd), the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EdCom2) and UNICEF have recognized the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Gapan City for its effective resource management and impressive student achievement, positioning it as a model for public school financing across the Philippines. A field visit led by Education Secretary Sonny Angara and…
MMDA HOLDS 1ST ROAD TO ZERO WASTE SUMMIT
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) conducted its first-ever Road to Zero Waste Summit with the goal of promoting and demonstrating various practices that support a more sustainable and circular economy in order to address the pressing issues related to solid waste management in the metropolis. The summit is part of the 10-Year Road to…
50-YEAR OLD BRIDGE IN ABRA TOWN GETS DPWH UPGRADE
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed the retrofitting of Don Mariano Marcos Bridge along Abra-Kalinga Road, enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure resilience in the Municipality of Dolores, Abra. The project covers the repair and upgrading of the bridge that connects Barangays Bumagcat, Tayum, and Mudiit. The old bridge requires retrofitting to meet…
22 SECTORS BACK PH INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT SUMMIT
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines’ (IPOPHL) 2nd Philippine International Copyright Summit (PICS) garnered strong support from 22 key public and private sectors. They collectively committed to advocating for Intellectual Property (IP) protection in safeguarding the nation’s creativity amidst the rise of artificial intelligence and digital content creation. IPOPHL Director General Rowel Barba highlighted…
BUSINESS & ECONOMY
SMC WINS AWARD FOR BULACAN BIODIVERSITY PROGRAM
Migratory birds find suitable rest at the 47-hectare biodiversity offset site, dubbed ‘Saribuhay sa Dampalit,’ developed by San Miguel Corporation in Bulacan. San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has been recognized as one of Asia-Pacific’s 25 Steward Leadership Excellence awardees for its innovative “Saribuhay sa Dampalit” program in Bulacan. Presented annually by the Stewardship Asia Centre (SAC),…
SMC’S SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AIDS CASSAVA GROWERS
San Miguel Foods’ long-running regenerative agriculture program, also aimed at supporting local farmers, has yielded over 90,000 metric tons of cassava in the first half of the year, 44% higher than in the same period last year, boosting incomes for its extensive network of farmers nationwide. San Miguel Corporation (SMC) Chairman and CEO Ramon S.…
BEANSPACE: YOUR VIBRANT COWORKING LOUNGE FOR PRODUCTIVITY AND COMFORT
Welcome to Beanspace, where productivity meets comfort in a vibrant and premier coworking lounge setting. The space is designed to cater to the needs of business professionals, employees, and students alike, providing a versatile environment for work, study, and collaboration. Beanspace understands the importance of a conducive work environment in fostering creativity and productivity. This…
SMC EYES DECEMBER COMPLETION FOR SLEX EXPANSION
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) announced that the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) expansion project is approximately 70% complete, with a target completion date set for December, just in time for the holiday season. This project is seen to further boost the economic prospects of the CALABARZON region and provide significant benefits for motorists. The expanded expressway…
TRAVEL & TOURS
UP FOR A FUN RIDE WITHIN THE METRO? HOP IN!
Metro Manila is chaotic and can sometimes become stressful to explore—thanks to the heavy traffic, unpredictable weather, and the occasional detour. But for those who can brave these challenges, or perhaps, are already immune to them, the metro can offer an experience that will make any trip worthwhile. Brimming with culture, and food, and a…
ON THE HIPPY SIDE OF THE METRO
An educated guess, if you would ask ten people about the first thing that pops into their head when they hear Metro Manila, seven out of 10 would likely answer “traffic” loud enough in a reverberating way. However, holding the top spot this year as the world’s worst traffic in the metro area is not…
TAKE A DETOUR: MAKE IT MAKATI
HOW FAR CAN YOU GO THIS WEEKEND? AS CAR AS IT GOES On weekdays, Makati Central Business District is the exact picture of spiritedness. Beneath the towering skyscrapers, people from different walks of life pass through the concrete side streets of the city where you make things happen; hence the ever-popular city tagline Make It…
MAY THAT FIRE SPARK SOMETHING IN YOU AS A FILIPINO
Perhaps one of the country’s most heartbreaking celebrations of National Heritage Month, days before May ends, the Manila Central Post Office was gutted by an inferno-like fire. The beautiful neo-classical edifice and dominating landmark in the country’s capital engulfed fire for nearly eight hours, severely damaging the almost century-old building. Come daylight, its iconic cream-colored…
FOOD, HEALTH & FITNESS
ON THE HIPPY SIDE OF THE METRO
An educated guess, if you would ask ten people about the first thing that pops into their head when they hear Metro Manila, seven out of 10 would likely answer “traffic” loud enough in a reverberating way. However, holding the top spot this year as the world’s worst traffic in the metro area is not…
PH BAGS MOST NUMBER OF PORK DISHES WORLD RECORD
The Philippines led by the National Federation of Hog Farmers, Inc. (NatFed) has successfully set a new world record for the most number of pork dishes on display. With a total of 313 pork dishes from various individuals, restaurants, and schools, the country clinched the Guinness Record during NatFed’s Hog Festival kick-off program in Gateway…
TO HO PANCITERIA ANTIGUA, THE OLDEST GEM IN TOWN
Food is the essence of life. Apart from the much-needed nutrients and sustenance, it also brings wealth, culture, and heritage. This is why we often hear people say that a dish is a family heirloom — passed down from one generation to another. For some fortunate families, they get to inherit not just recipes, but…
FOOD WITH LONG SHELF LIFE
Doomsday preppers would know, but most moms do, too! You see, the kitchen cupboard is like the storage space where moms keep their arsenal of weapons aka food supplies and other essentials for survival. But not many of us are aware that most of the items in our pantry could likely outlive us. Yes, some…
FASHION & BEAUTY
MISS BINGOPLUS LUCKY BATS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ED
Fil-Canadian Jasmine Paguio finished as runner-up in the recently concluded Miss Philippines Earth beauty-with-a-cause pageant, but for the BingoPlus community of players, game developers, employees, partner brands, institutions, and beneficiaries, she is their queen. The 23-year-old actress and model who grew up in Canada but returned to the Philippines to seek an acting and pageantry…
FILA, STARBUCKS PARTNER FOR A LIMITED-EDITION LINE
Two classic and iconic brands are partnering to give back to their customers who have remained loyal despite the challenges of the pandemic in the past two years. For a limited run, FILA and Starbucks will give free fashionable and functional items inspired by their iconic hues and logos. The results represent FILA’s red, blue…
Mr. and Ms. JPIA continues legacy
To continue the legacy of Mr. and Ms. JPIA, PUP JPIA Manila announced its search of the event for this year on their Facebook page on November 16, 2021. The event is open to all bonafide students of Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Sta. Mesa branch, which is also a PUP Junior Philippine Institute…
DRESS TO IMPRESS: CHOOSING A SUIT
Suits are timeless clothes. It’s stylish and classy, and can be worn during important events or activities such as for business, formal gatherings, or even casual daily wear if you feel like looking dapper. But good suits aren’t always easy on the wallet. This is why it’s important to choose the right one for you.…
SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
TAMARAWS DOMINATE EARLY TO BOOST FINAL FOUR CHANCES
FAR EASTERN University set the tone with a strong first quarter to down University of the East, 59-51, and boost its Final Four chances in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Basketball Tournament at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion on Sunday. This victory improved the Tamaraws’ record to 4-7 for joint-fifth with the Adamson Soaring Falcons.…
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY STUNS UP IN DOMINANT 67-47 UPSET
AT rock bottom, National University staged the mother of all upsets this UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Basketball Tournament, dismantling University of the Philippines in wire-to-wire fashion, 67-47, on Sunday at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion. With this three-game-skid-breaking triumph, the Bulldogs kept their flickering Final Four hopes alive at 3-8, tied with the Ateneo Blue…
UP FIGHTING MAROONS DOMINATE ATENEO IN 28-POINT ROUT
University of the Philippines asserted its mastery over archrival Ateneo de Manila University with a 28-point beatdown, 75-47, to boost their hunt for a twice-to-beat incentive in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Basketball Tournament on Wednesday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. With their third consecutive win, the Fighting Maroons solidified their hold…
ADAMSON ENDS LOSING STREAK WITH DEFENSIVE WIN OVER UE
ADAMSON University snapped its five-game losing streak by putting on a defensive masterclass against University of the East, taking a 45-37 victory to revive its UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Basketball Final Four hopes on Wednesday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. AJ Fransman gained the hot hand at the right time for the…
ARTS & CULTURE
MISS MASSKARA CANDIDATES SHOWCASE COSTUMES
Fifteen stunning candidates for Miss Bacolod Masskara showcased their vibrant festival costumes during the Festival Costume Competition held at Ayala Malls Capitol Central. These elaborate costumes symbolized the key projects and programs of Bacolod City under the administration of Mayor Albee Benitez. Each costume creatively reflected the city’s ongoing developments, which include the Bacolod Museum,…
MMFF BEGINS SPECIAL SCREENING OF 50 ICONIC MOVIES
The Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) started the special screenings of the iconic MMFF movies from the past 50 years in various cinemas at an affordable rate of P50 as part of its celebration for its 50th edition. The special screening of “Jose Rizal” happened in SM Manila in the City of Manila, the festival’s…
LAS PIÑAS CELEBRATES 17TH WATERLILY FESTIVAL
Following its commitment to reinforce taking care of and conserving the environment, Las Piñas held its Waterlily Festival again. It is now in its 17th year. Through the festival, its founder, Senator Cynthia Villar, wants to continue instilling awareness about the importance of environmental sustainability for future generations. “Through this Waterlily Festival, we are able…
MISS UNIVERSE PH CHELSEA MANALO BACK IN BULACAN
The entire Province of Bulacan was abuzz with excitement as they welcomed home its beloved Reina La Bulakenya, Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Anne Manalo in a victory parade at the Provincial Government. Through a grand program, Manalo was greeted with cheers and applause from her fellow Bulakenyos led by Governor Daniel Fernando and Vice…
HOBBIES & ADVOCACIES
PRC ADDS NEW VEHICLES TO ALBAY, CAMSUR CHAPTERS
In a bid to strengthen its local chapters’ assets and enhance operational capacity on the ground, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) turned over new vehicles to the Albay and Camarines Sur chapters to support the implementation of the Bicol Disaster Readiness and Response Project (BDRRP). PRC Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon led the turnover ceremony…
EVERYDAY IS GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY – GORDON
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) joined the annual celebration of the Global Handwashing Day 2024 with the theme: “Why are clean hands still important?”. This global advocacy day is dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases that save lives. PRC…
PH RED CROSS READY TO AID PINOYS IN LEBANON
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) affirms its support and readiness to send aid to Lebanon following deadly airstrikes that have displaced around 1.2 million people in the country. “We see in the news the devastating impact of the ongoing violence in Lebanon—millions of lives disrupted, families uprooted, countless casualties and injuries, and critical healthcare and…
PH RED CROSS PREPARES FOR TAAL ERUPTION
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is prepared to mobilize its volunteers and deploy its assets as it braces for the Taal Volcano eruption’s impact on the nearby population. PRC Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon convened an emergency meeting wherein he met with the service managers and department heads of the national headquarters, and the Batangas…
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
IESHIKAWA 18 PROGRESSES INTO THE DIGITAL TOMORROW
This year, UP CIEM presents IEshikawa 18 – AURION: Forging Ahead into the Digital Tomorrow. Scheduled for February 23-24, 2024, its 18th installment aims to seize the future of industrial engineering by delving into the insights of emerging trends, integrating the latest technologies to positively transform lives. IEshikawa is an annual nationwide Industrial Engineering event…
T.I.P. CREATES REHAB DEVICE FOR STROKE PATIENTS
What started as a thesis project for a group of Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) electronics engineering (ECE) graduates turned into a promising rehabilitation device that seeks to aid recovering stroke patients. T.I.P. Quezon City alumni Joanna Keith Ildefonso, Orwell Orit, Liezl Lalaine Patrimonio, and Keanu Readova developed their project called “HandMATE,” which recently won “Best…
T.I.P. ENG’G, COMPUTING PROGRAMS PASS AUN-QA
The Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) received fresh ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) assessments of T.I.P. Manila’s electronics engineering and computer science programs and T.I.P. Quezon City’s industrial engineering and information technology programs. The international assessment body found the four T.I.P. undergraduate programs “adequate as expected” based on the official report of its team, a copy of which…
T.I.P. WINS AWARD FOR 'EDIBLE CUTLERIES' PROPOSAL
Six aspiring engineers from the Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) Quezon City recently won third place in the 2023 Swiss Innovation Prize “Sustainability” category for pitching “edible cutleries” as a viable solution against plastic pollution. Inspired by eco-friendly materials already being produced in other countries, the students collectively known as “Edgetec” submitted a research…