Holcim, partners help families in Central Luzon strengthen homes vs. climate change

LEADING building solutions provider Holcim Philippines, Inc. has successfully completed a project to help families make their homes more disaster-resilient in collaboration with non-profit social innovator Build Change, and Alalay sa Kaunlaran Microfinance Social Development, Inc. (ASKI). The partners helped 37 families in Aurora and Baler strengthen their houses against extreme weather. The project dubbed “Matibay na… Read More Holcim, partners help families in Central Luzon strengthen homes vs. climate change

Annual Balikatan Exercise with US will test new Philippine defense strategy

The Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept calls for all military branches to defend territorial waters. By BENAR NEWS | 2024.04.04 Manila The upcoming annual large-scale joint military exercise between the Philippines and the U.S. will feature drills along the outer edge of South China Sea waters of Manila’s exclusive economic zone, officials said Thursday. The Balikatan… Read More Annual Balikatan Exercise with US will test new Philippine defense strategy

WORRY FREE CRUISING: HOLY WEEK TRAVELS WITH SM SUPERMALLS’ 50 EV CHARGING STATIONS

AS the Holy Week approaches, many Filipinos are gearing up for a well-deserved break, seeking the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Whether you’re planning a road trip up north or a leisurely drive down south, you can #ReChargeWithSM through an extensive network of FREE Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS) at 50 SM malls around… Read More WORRY FREE CRUISING: HOLY WEEK TRAVELS WITH SM SUPERMALLS’ 50 EV CHARGING STATIONS

Cebu Pacific launches ‘Piso Sale’ for Clark and VisMin travelers, offers hotel discounts for 28th birthday

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, continues to celebrate its 28th anniversary as it brings back its trademark Piso Sale for Clark and VisMin travelers and partners with the Gokongwei Group of Hotels for exclusive discounts. Starting March 25 until March 31, 2024, CEB travelers can book their flights from Clark, Cebu, Davao,… Read More Cebu Pacific launches ‘Piso Sale’ for Clark and VisMin travelers, offers hotel discounts for 28th birthday

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

U.S. funds feasibility study for Philippine vessel traffic management system expansion

MANILA, March 4, 2024—On March 1, the United States government announced the signing of a grant agreement between the U.S. Trade Development Agency (USTDA) and the Philippines’ Department of Transportation (DOTr) for a Php55-million ($980,000) feasibility study to assess the viability of expanding the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) vessel traffic management system (VTMS). New and… Read More U.S. funds feasibility study for Philippine vessel traffic management system expansion

Cebu Pacific brings back Piso Sale on 28th anniversary

CEBU Pacific’s (PSE: CEB) signature Piso Sale makes a timely comeback this March as the Philippines’ leading carrier celebrates its 28th anniversary. From March 3 to 7, 2024, guests may book flights to select local and international destinations for as low as PHP 1 one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges. The travel period… Read More Cebu Pacific brings back Piso Sale on 28th anniversary

Visiting USAID official launches environment and youth empowerment initiatives for the Philippines

MANILA, February 27, 2024—United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Assistant Administrator for East Asia and the Pacific Sara Borodin visited the Philippines from February 20 to 23 to launch environment and youth empowerment initiatives that reaffirm the United States’ enduring commitment to the Philippines’ inclusive and resilient growth. During her visit to Manila,… Read More Visiting USAID official launches environment and youth empowerment initiatives for the Philippines

FUEL YOUR RIDE, RECHARGE YOUR E-VEHICLE AT SM

SM Olongapo malls have launched their first in-mall E-vehicle charging stations in Olongapo City. SM City Olongapo Central and SM City Olongapo Downtown officially opened their E-vehicle charging stations on February 22, 2024. These charging stations are a result of SM Supermalls’ partnership with the Department of Energy, Department of Transportation, and the Department of… Read More FUEL YOUR RIDE, RECHARGE YOUR E-VEHICLE AT SM