By Raymond Carl Dela Cruz | January 10, 2025 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) issued radio challenges following incursions of China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels along the coastline of Zambales on Thursday. PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Commodore Jay Tarriela said BRP Teresa Magbanua made persistent radio challenges to Chinese vessels… Read More PCG ship challenges CCG presence in PH EEZ
QUEZON CITY — Groups filed a complaint at the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) on Wednesday, January 8, to seek the nullification of the almost hundred percent power rate increase imposed by the La Union Electric Company, Inc. (LUECO), which operates in the province of La Union. The groups were led by the San Juan Resort… Read More La Union electric co-op power rate hike scored
THE Department of Budget Management (DBM) has tapped the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) and key local media organizations to enhance communication efforts and promote the principles of the Open Government Partnership (OGP). Aside from the PCO, the DBM also established strategic partnerships with the Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, Inquirer Interactive Inc., DZRH Manila Broadcasting Company… Read More DBM taps PCO, media groups to back ‘Open Government Partnership’ initiative
THE Marcos administration’s multifaceted approach to strengthen the Philippine labor market paid off as unemployment and underemployment figures dropped in November last year. According to the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), the labor market continues to be robust as indicated by the improved employment numbers. “Our labor market remains robust, with consistently high employment rates… Read More Unemployment, underemployment drops in Nov 2024
MANILA | January 8, 2025 – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel BRP Cabra (MMRV-4409) is “vigilantly” monitoring the illegal presence of a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship continuing to operate for the fourth day within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela said CCG vessel… Read More PH keeps ‘vigilant’ watch on China coast guard ship within EEZ
CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, welcomed its 16th aircraft delivery this year, an A330neo, further boosting its seat capacity to accommodate rising travel demand and support its expanding network. The brand-new 459-seater aircraft arrived in Manila on December 19, 2024, bringing the current number of A330neos in CEB’s fleet to 10. “The… Read More Cebu Pacific accepts 16th aircraft delivery for 2024
Robinsons Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand in the Philippine hospitality industry, reaffirmed its commitment to exceptional hospitality through innovative services and memorable guest experiences by posting a triple victory at the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024. The brand received accolades in three key categories: “Best Business Hotel” for its Summit Galleria Cebu; “Best Hotel… Read More Robinsons Hotels & Resorts wins big at the TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024
MANDALUYONG City, Philippines — Blueleaf Energy Philippines has announced significant progress in its construction preparations for NKS Solar One, bringing the country’s first utility-scale floating solar power project a step closer to execution. “The company is in advanced discussions with several Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors,” said Pradeep Gopalakrishnan, senior project manager at Blueleaf… Read More Blueleaf Energy Philippines in advanced stage with potential construction partners
MANILA | December 17, 2024 — From December 2 to 6, the United States Peace Corps, in collaboration with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), hosted its second workshop on Marine Protected Area (MPA) management in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro. The event brought together 23 Peace Corps Volunteers, 47 local government partners, and 12… Read More U.S. Peace Corps hosts workshop on marine protection in Puerto Galera
By Ma. Teresa Montemayor | December 17, 2024 MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) Board of Directors has approved the PHP284 billion corporate operating budget (COB) for fiscal year 2025, the Department of Health (DOH) said Tuesday. The total amount is 10 percent higher than the previous year’s PHP259 billion. The corporate operating budget… Read More PhilHealth approves P284-B budget for 2025, hikes benefits case rates
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