‘Kristine’ leaves P10-M initial agri damage in Bicol

By Stephanie Sevillano | October 24, 2024 MANILA – The Department of Agriculture-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Operations Center has recorded almost PHP 10 million worth of initial damage to agriculture in the Bicol region due to Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami). “Based on the initial assessment of the DA Regional Field Office… Read More ‘Kristine’ leaves P10-M initial agri damage in Bicol

7 dead, 431K families affected as ‘Kristine’ batters most of PH

By Priam Nepomuceno | October 24, 2024 MANILA – Seven persons were reported dead as Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (international name: Trami) battered most of Luzon and parts of the Visayas, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Thursday. In its latest situation report, the disaster response body said the deaths include six… Read More 7 dead, 431K families affected as ‘Kristine’ batters most of PH

Cebu Pacific strengthens Iloilo hub with 3 new domestic routes

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, further expands its Iloilo hub with the launch of three new domestic routes, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing inter-island connectivity and making air travel more accessible for every Juan. CEB will launch daily flights between Iloilo and Tagbilaran on December 1, followed by the Iloilo-Daraga (Legazpi) route… Read More Cebu Pacific strengthens Iloilo hub with 3 new domestic routes

SM PRIME CELEBRATES DÍA DEL GALEÓN WITH THE TURNOVER OF MUSEO DEL GALEÓN SPACE AT SM MALL OF ASIA

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. celebrated a significant milestone during this year’s Día del Galeón as it officially turned over the Museo del Galeón space, located at SM Mall of Asia. The event, held at the China Blue Restaurant in Conrad Manila, brought together prominent figures from the SM Group and dignitaries from the Philippines, Spain,… Read More SM PRIME CELEBRATES DÍA DEL GALEÓN WITH THE TURNOVER OF MUSEO DEL GALEÓN SPACE AT SM MALL OF ASIA

SEA ports alliance ink ‘green’ deal in Subic Bay

By Henry Empeño | October 17, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Major ports in the Southeast Asian region have joined the Port of Subic in its campaign for resilient, sustainable and carbon-neutral ports, committing on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to strengthen collective action in promoting best practices and expertise in these areas. Ronnie Yambao, Subic Bay… Read More SEA ports alliance ink ‘green’ deal in Subic Bay

Subic Bay hosts 23rd ports conference on Oct. 16

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Port of Subic Bay will host the 23rd International Network of Affiliated Ports (INAP) Conference starting October 16, bringing back members of the organization which met here 10 years ago. INAP Subic Organizing Committee chairman and Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Deputy Administrator for Operations Martin Kristoffer Roman said the… Read More Subic Bay hosts 23rd ports conference on Oct. 16

NO CONTEST: Gov. Ebdane runs unopposed as he seeks third term

By HENRY EMPEÑO IBA, Zambales — As one catchy slogan puts it, it’s Ebdane all the way to 2025. This, as Governor Hermogenes “Jun” Ebdane Jr. stands unchallenged for another gubernatorial term in the May local elections next year. Gov. Ebdane filed his certificate of candidacy (CoC) on Oct. 2, accompanied by wife Alma, sons… Read More NO CONTEST: Gov. Ebdane runs unopposed as he seeks third term

United States donates P5-M in equipment to support fisheries in Ilocos Norte

MANILA, October 11, 2024 — The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), turned over Php5 million ($89,500) in aquaculture equipment to the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte to support fisherfolk in sustainably farming tilapia. USAID Philippines Deputy Mission Director Rebekah Eubanks handed over the donation to Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew… Read More United States donates P5-M in equipment to support fisheries in Ilocos Norte

Cayetano bats for DENR review of ongoing reclamation projects

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Wednesday stressed the need for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to conduct a comprehensive review of ongoing reclamation projects, particularly around Manila Bay, with a focus on their ecological and engineering impact. During the department’s budget hearing for 2025 on October 10, 2024, the senator emphasized that… Read More Cayetano bats for DENR review of ongoing reclamation projects

Cebu Pacific, ALI Capital ink deal for sale of AirSWIFT to CEB

CEBU Pacific (CEB) has signed a share purchase agreement (SPA) with ALI Capital Corp. to acquire 100% of AirSWIFT Transport Inc. for Php1.75 billion. This transaction has been approved by the Board of Directors of both CEB and ALI Capital Corp. The transaction allows both organizations to focus on their respective core businesses, enhancing operational… Read More Cebu Pacific, ALI Capital ink deal for sale of AirSWIFT to CEB