U.S. announces add’l P485-M to advance basic education in the Philippines

MANILA, October 3, 2024—On October 2, the United States government announced an additional Php485 million ($9 million) in funding to expand the Advancing Basic Education in the Philippines (ABC+) project, a U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)-funded initiative that aims to improve the literacy and math skills of children in the Philippines. With a total… Read More U.S. announces add’l P485-M to advance basic education in the Philippines

AMSL Aero partners with BCDA for zero-emissions aircraft and hydrogen production industries

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) today signed a partnership agreement with Australian zero emissions aircraft designer and manufacturer AMSL Aero to explore a new zero-emissions aircraft industry and provide the catalyst for a hydrogen production industry in the Philippines. The new partnership with BCDA and AMSL Aero involves collaboration and knowledge sharing to… Read More AMSL Aero partners with BCDA for zero-emissions aircraft and hydrogen production industries

United States, Philippines hold workshop on volunteerism for nation-building

MANILA, October 2, 2024—From September 24 to 27 in Cebu City, the United States Peace Corps and the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) trained 52 representatives from the government, civil society, and private institutions across the country to strengthen the Philippine Volunteer Service Program and help foster a culture of volunteerism in the… Read More United States, Philippines hold workshop on volunteerism for nation-building

Largest ever EducationUSA University Fair in Manila set for October 9

MANILA | October 1, 2024 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines invites students and parents to attend the 9th EducationUSA University Fair in Manila on October 9, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Atrium of One Ayala mall, Makati City, to learn more about study abroad opportunities in the United States. Forty-three U.S.… Read More Largest ever EducationUSA University Fair in Manila set for October 9

Japan, Republic of Korea, United States announce Php1.6-billion partnership to improve health outcomes in BARMM

MANILA | September 27, 2024—In a significant step towards strengthening healthcare in the Philippines, the development agencies of Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the United States signed on September 27 a partnership committing Php1.6 billion ($29 million) over five years to improve health outcomes and advance Universal Health Care in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region… Read More Japan, Republic of Korea, United States announce Php1.6-billion partnership to improve health outcomes in BARMM

LOCAL DELIGHTS AT SM FOODIE FESTIVAL

Discover why the FavorEATS Market is a must-visit at SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown this September. As part of SM Supermalls’ Foodie Festival, this vibrant food bazaar offers a unique culinary adventure with compelling reasons to explore. Sushi lovers, rejoice! KAZOKU KRAVE brings you the freshest kani and sushi selections. A… Read More LOCAL DELIGHTS AT SM FOODIE FESTIVAL

SM OLONGAPO CENTRAL HIGHLIGHTS 10-FOOT PLATTER OF NACHOS AT BESTIVAL CHEF LAUNCH

SM City Olongapo Central’s homegrown tenant Xtremely Xpresso Café transformed its signature TexMex Nachos into a massive 10-foot platter of vibrant, crispy nachos topped with a flavorful and distinctive Zambales mango salsa during the launch of “Bestival Chef.” The festival features the region’s finest homegrown specialty dishes prepared by mall tenant chefs to showcase its… Read More SM OLONGAPO CENTRAL HIGHLIGHTS 10-FOOT PLATTER OF NACHOS AT BESTIVAL CHEF LAUNCH

SM COMMITS TO CREATING NEW WAVES WITH RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP

MORE than 23,000 volunteers from various organizations and communities across the country recently attended this year’s International Coastal Clean-Up (ICC), an annual event organized by SM in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Local Government Units (LGUs), and the International Coastal Clean-up Organization as part of their commitment to promoting cleaner… Read More SM COMMITS TO CREATING NEW WAVES WITH RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP

BCDA taps Danish firm for decarbonization program in New Clark City

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has formalized its partnership with Danfoss Philippines Inc. for the formulation of a decarbonization framework in New Clark City, pushing forward the adoption of energy-efficient and carbon-neutral solutions in the development of the rising metropolis. BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang and Danfoss Philippines General… Read More BCDA taps Danish firm for decarbonization program in New Clark City

‘Habagat’ to bring heavy rains in NCR, other parts of Luzon

MANILA | September 18, 2024 – Tropical Depression Gener, now outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), and Tropical Storm Helen continue to enhance the southwest monsoon or “habagat”, the weather bureau said on Wednesday. In its 5 p.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Palawan and Occidental Mindoro would experience… Read More ‘Habagat’ to bring heavy rains in NCR, other parts of Luzon