Cebu Pacific to launch Cebu-Osaka flights with Piso Sale

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, is set to launch direct flights from Cebu to Osaka, allowing more Filipino travelers to enjoy Osaka’s unique blend of traditional and modern attractions. Starting October 15, 2024, CEB will operate flights between Cebu and Osaka four times weekly – every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. CEB… Read More Cebu Pacific to launch Cebu-Osaka flights with Piso Sale

New barangay officials take leadership training

OLONGAPO CITY — Some 150 new barangay officials took one huge step towards good governance with training from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) office in Zambales. Newly-elected Punong Barangays, Sangguniang Barangay members, and Barangay secretaries from the municipalities of Cabangan, San Felipe, and San Narciso joined the training titled “Elevating Leadership:… Read More New barangay officials take leadership training

2024 GLOBAL YOUTH SUMMIT AT SM MALLS: HIGHLIGHTING THE 17 UN SDGs

The Global Youth Summit (GYS), held annually by SM Cares and Global Peace Foundation (GPF) is set to return this year in its biggest iteration yet, as it will be hosted in 17 different locations across the country including SM City Olongapo Central on August 1, 2024. The GYS is an annual event that provides… Read More 2024 GLOBAL YOUTH SUMMIT AT SM MALLS: HIGHLIGHTING THE 17 UN SDGs

Robinsons Hotels & Resorts and Hira Holdings, Inc. to launch first luxury villa in Siargao

ROBINSONS Hotels & Resorts (RHR) has signed up Hira Holdings, Incorporated (HHI) for a 10-year management agreement to bring global hospitality standards with a unique Filipino heart of service to Siargao. This partnership envisions to open an exquisite eco-friendly villa resort by 2026 at Brgy. Malinao, General Luna in Siargao Island, with a total land… Read More Robinsons Hotels & Resorts and Hira Holdings, Inc. to launch first luxury villa in Siargao

New barangay officials take leadership training

OLONGAPO CITY — Some 150 new barangay officials took one huge step towards good governance with training from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) office in Zambales. Newly-elected Punong Barangays, Sangguniang Barangay members, and Barangay secretaries from the municipalities of Cabangan, San Felipe, and San Narciso joined the training titled “Elevating Leadership:… Read More New barangay officials take leadership training

Capitol Promotions

GOV. Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. recently approved the promotion of six personnel at the provincial government to take over senior positions in their respective departments. The newly-promoted employees are: Dr. Jeffrey K. Nawen, who was promoted to the position of Provincial Head, Veterinary Office; Crisostomo Rabaca, Provincial Head, Agriculture Office; Riza N. Farre-Dagun, Provincial Head, Accounting… Read More Capitol Promotions

Sen. Pimentel hopes total ban of POGO included in SONA

By Leonel Abasola and Zaldy De Layola | July 18, 2024 MANILA (PNA) – Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Wednesday said he is hoping that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will announce the total ban of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) in his 3rd State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22. Pimentel… Read More Sen. Pimentel hopes total ban of POGO included in SONA

PBBM readies PhP183.4-million relief supplies for La Niña in Central Luzon

AURORA — The administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has prepared PhP183.41 million worth of pre-positioned relief supplies as part of the government’s efforts to brace for the effects of the La Niña phenomenon in Central Luzon. Of the figure, PhP5 million serves as the standby fund; PhP155.2M for 204,577 food packs; and PhP23.1M… Read More PBBM readies PhP183.4-million relief supplies for La Niña in Central Luzon

SBMA sets P7.8-B infra projects for completion in 2028

By Henry Empeño | July 17, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT —At least seven big-ticket infrastructure projects are scheduled by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) for completion here by 2028 under the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. This was announced by SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño during the “Build Better More”… Read More SBMA sets P7.8-B infra projects for completion in 2028