SBMA gets IT equipment from e-Konek Pilipinas

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has received information technology (IT) equipment donated by e-Konek Pilipinas, Inc., a software solutions company that provides technology tools for the supply chain industry. SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño accepted the donation from e-Konek Pilipinas, Inc. Chairman and President Theresita D. Eisma… Read More SBMA gets IT equipment from e-Konek Pilipinas

Sanyo Denki sets P2.3-B Subic expansion project

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Japanese firm Sanyo Denki Philippines, Inc. formally launched Phase 4 of its expansion project at the Subic Techno Park (STEP) in this premier free port on March 22.  Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said the P2.3-billion project includes the construction of a fourth factory… Read More Sanyo Denki sets P2.3-B Subic expansion project

Villanueva: 3000 OFWs in HK received government aid, support through Action Center

SENATE Majority Leader Joel Villanueva said that the government must exhaust all efforts in ensuring that aid and support are provided for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Villanueva made the remark after attending an OFW gathering at the International Center in Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong last Sunday, March 17, 2024 wherein more than 3,000 OFWs… Read More Villanueva: 3000 OFWs in HK received government aid, support through Action Center

In 2024, the Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards shines a new light

The 17th Bright Leaf Awards is ready to illuminate the best and the brightest in Philippine agricultural journalism SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – With the theme “Illuminating Change”, the 17h Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards returns, bigger and brighter than ever before. Initiated by PMFTC, the annual Bright Leaf Awards honors the work done by Philippine… Read More In 2024, the Bright Leaf Agriculture Journalism Awards shines a new light

Gov. Ebdane urges calm amid bomb scare

By Henry Empeño | February 12, 2024 IBA, Zambales — Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. called on government officials and residents to remain calm and not over-react, as a bomb threat sent via email caused panic in several provinces in Central Luzon, resulting in classes and work suspension in some schools and government offices on Monday, February… Read More Gov. Ebdane urges calm amid bomb scare

Cebu Pacific celebrates Christmas with 8-day seat sale; fares as low as PhP 88

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, joins the holiday festivities as it rolls out its eight-day Christmas seat sale. From December 11 to 18, 2023, guests may book flights to domestic and international destinations on sale for as low as PHP 88 (one-way base fare exclusive of fees and surcharges). The travel period… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates Christmas with 8-day seat sale; fares as low as PhP 88

DMCI eyes opening of 2 new mining sites in H1 2024

By Anna Leah Gonzales | November 26, 2023 MANILA – DMCI Mining Corp. is optimistic that its two new mine sites will start operations by the first half of 2024 and create additional employment in host areas.  DMCI Mining president Tulsi Das Reyes said the first mining site, located in its existing site in Zambales, will be… Read More DMCI eyes opening of 2 new mining sites in H1 2024

Ex-NPA rebels in N. Ecija get carp, catfish fingerlings from BFAR

By Zorayda Tecson | October 17, 2023 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has provided about 16,000 fingerlings to former members and supporters of the Communist Party of the Philippines – New People’s Army (CPP-NPA) during a distribution activity in the Science City of Muñoz in Nueva Ecija. The BFAR,… Read More Ex-NPA rebels in N. Ecija get carp, catfish fingerlings from BFAR

3 regional wage boards OK pay hike for private sector workers

By Ferdinand Patinio | September 28, 2023 MANILA – Some 682,117 minimum wage earners in Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon and Soccsksargen would benefit from wage increases in these regions. In an advisory released Wednesday night, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC) approved on Sept. 26 the wage hike… Read More 3 regional wage boards OK pay hike for private sector workers