Month: November 2024

Number of Filipino higher education students in United States reaches 15-year high 

MANILA | November 20, 2024—More than 4,000 Filipinos decided to pursue their higher education in the United States in the last academic year, according to the Open Doors 2024 Report on International Educational Exchange released on November 18 to mark International Education Week. The report found that 4,100 Filipinos studied at higher education institutions in… Read More Number of Filipino higher education students in United States reaches 15-year high 

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PHO, DILG Zambales lead 1st LeadGov4Health orientation

THE Provincial Government of Zambales through the Provincial Health Office, in collaboration with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Zambales, spearheaded the first-ever orientation on the Department of Health (DOH) and DILG Joint Administrative Order (JAO) 2022-0001 titled “Policy Framework on Leadership and Governance for Health (LeadGov4Health) Towards a Functional Local Health… Read More PHO, DILG Zambales lead 1st LeadGov4Health orientation

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Preemptive evacuations limit tropical cyclone-related deaths

MANILA | November 18, 2024– The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday lauded local government units (LGUs) for their quick and efficient preemptive evacuation of residents at the height of Super Typhoon Pepito, resulting in just two confirmed casualties as of posting time. Pepito (international name: Man-yi) was downgraded to severe tropical… Read More Preemptive evacuations limit tropical cyclone-related deaths

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Bring Home the Joy of the Season with SM’s Christmas Baskets

THE countdown to holiday season has begun, and SM Markets is rolling out its amazing Christmas basket specials. Whether you are treating loved ones or planning a festive Noche Buena feast, SM Markets has a wide variety of selection that fits every taste and budget. Explore from these delightful options: Traditional Baskets: Celebrate local flavors… Read More Bring Home the Joy of the Season with SM’s Christmas Baskets

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Villanueva questions low loan utilization amid delays in DOTr projects

SENATOR Joel Villanueva, Senior Vice Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Finance, raised concerns over the low loan utilization rate and project delays at the Department of Transportation (DOTr), calling into question the rationale behind taking out foreign loans if the agency is not yet ready or capable of implementing the projects. Villanueva highlighted the… Read More Villanueva questions low loan utilization amid delays in DOTr projects

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EMB’s ‘Green Wheels’ caravan goes to SBF

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Green Wheels 2024: Environmental Compliance On-the-Go caravan, a project of the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Central Luzon of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), in partnership with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), opened at the Harbor Point Ayala Mall on Wednesday. The two-day event featured a One-Stop… Read More EMB’s ‘Green Wheels’ caravan goes to SBF

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SM OLONGAPO MALLS MARK THE FINAL SET OF NSED AND COASTAL CLEANUP OF 2024

SM Olongapo Central and SM Olongapo Downtown wrapped up its 2024 community and safety initiatives with its final Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) and Coastal Cleanup event for the year. The two events, which took place on different days, highlighted the company’s ongoing commitment to safety, emergency preparedness, and environmental responsibility. SM conducted its final… Read More SM OLONGAPO MALLS MARK THE FINAL SET OF NSED AND COASTAL CLEANUP OF 2024

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U.S. donates P25-M worth of learning materials for out-of-school youth

MANILA | November 15, 2024—On November 13, the United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), donated over 200,000 learning materials worth Php25 million ($450,000) to Philippine government agencies that support educational, skill-building, and employment programs for out-of-school youth. USAID Philippines Mission Director Ryan Washburn led the handover ceremony during the USAID… Read More U.S. donates P25-M worth of learning materials for out-of-school youth

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Pagcor disowns control over raided Bataan BPO

By HENRY EMPEÑO | Nov. 14, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has denied having jurisdiction over Central One Bataan, a business process outsourcing (BPO) firm in Bagac, Bataan that was raided by authorities on Oct. 31 for allegedly operating as a scam hub. Lawyer Joseph Lobo, Pagcor regulatory… Read More Pagcor disowns control over raided Bataan BPO

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