14 Central Luzon LGUs among most competitive in PH

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | November 29, 2024 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) recognized a total of 14 local government units (LGUs) in Central Luzon that made it in the top 10 of the national ranks in the 2023 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index (CMCI). DTI… Read More 14 Central Luzon LGUs among most competitive in PH

ICTSI to launch app streamlining container flow

By Roumina Pablo | November 26, 2024 INTERNATIONAL Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) is set to launch a digital platform that streamlines container flow, simplifies truck schedules, and provides 24/7 online payment, in December. ICTSI’s Navigate combines appointment booking and online payment, connecting customers, partners, service providers, and its port terminals “in a seamless digital… Read More ICTSI to launch app streamlining container flow

Cebu Pacific named ‘Airline of the Year’ at the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, was named Airline of the Year by the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards (PSTA), in recognition of its outstanding support for the country’s sports tourism industry in 2023. CEB was honored for its contributions to the continuously growing sports tourism industry in Siargao, a popular surfing destination in… Read More Cebu Pacific named ‘Airline of the Year’ at the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards

Cebu Pacific lights up Burj Khalifa with Philippine wonders

IN a historic first for a Philippine company, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) on Saturday took over Dubai’s Burj Khalifa with a “Fly to Happy, Fly to the Philippines” lights and sound display, celebrating the most iconic reasons to visit the Philippines in 2025. Projected onto the world’s tallest building, the show captured the warmth and… Read More Cebu Pacific lights up Burj Khalifa with Philippine wonders

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 

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

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

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

Ejercito pushes to restore P10-B budget cut for AFP modernization, backs Subic as naval base site

SENATE Senior Deputy Majority Leader Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito has called for the restoration of the P10-billion slashed from the Department of National Defense (DND) budget, highlighting the funding’s crucial role in advancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program. During the deliberation on the DND’s proposed 2025 budget, Ejercito stressed that the… Read More Ejercito pushes to restore P10-B budget cut for AFP modernization, backs Subic as naval base site

United States provides additional P196 Million in humanitarian assistance for Philippine typhoon response

MANILA | November 14, 2024—The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing an additional Php196 million ($3.5 million) to support the Philippine government’s response to Tropical Storm Kristine, known internationally as Tropical Storm Trami. Through this assistance, USAID will support logistics and provide clean water, sanitation, shelter, and cash… Read More United States provides additional P196 Million in humanitarian assistance for Philippine typhoon response