Apple fails in bid to delay Apple Watch sales ban
December 21, 2023
Apple has lost a bid to delay an impending Apple Watch ban, according to an International Trade Commission filing.
Big M&A and Bob Iger’s future: 13 media executives make their anonymous 2024 predictions
December 21, 2023
It's the third annual anonymous media predictions list: 13 media, sports and entertainment executives make their best 2024 industry-shaking predictions.
Over a half-billion dollars in railroad freight stuck at Texas border crossings amid migrant battle
December 21, 2023
Union Pacific, BNSF say the battle over migrants at U.S.-Mexico border key crossings is holding up hundreds of millions of dollars in freight.
Big yields can invite risk. How to find the right dividend fund for your portfolio
December 21, 2023
Don't fixate too much on rich yields as you shop for dividend funds.
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick to step down at the end of the year
December 21, 2023
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick will step down from his role as head of the video game company on Dec. 29.
NutriAsia reopens the world’s only Banana Catsup Museum in Laguna
December 21, 2023
NutriAsia, one of the leading manufacturers of food products found in every Filipino household, has reopened the doors to The Catsup Museum – the world’s first and only banana catsup museum. After a three-year hiatus from the pandemic, the museum is ready to welcome back organized tours to this one-of-a-kind attraction that is seen as [...]
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KonsultaMD joins forces with Ciudad Medical Zamboanga to revolutionize healthcare in Zamboanga City
December 21, 2023
Leading digital healthcare service provider KonsultaMD has entered into a landmark partnership with Ciudad Medical Zamboanga (CMZ) to bring cutting-edge healthcare services closer to residents of Zamboanga City. This venture, sealed in a recent ceremonial signing, represents KonsultaMD’s domestic market expansion and leverages CMZ’s comprehensive healthcare services to deliver an unprecedented level of convenience and [...]
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With Aquaman sequel’s release, one DC movie era ends and another begins
December 21, 2023
"Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" opens this weekend, and it's expected to gross less than its surprise-hit predecessor.
Bianca Manalo’s alleged conversation with Rob Gomez stirs controversy, raises questions about relationship with Sen. Win Gatchalian
December 21, 2023
A recent social media uproar ensued after purported screenshots of a conversation between actress Bianca Manalo and Kapuso actor Rob Gomez circulated online. The screenshots, reportedly sourced from Rob’s social media accounts, imply that Bianca invited Rob for an early morning meeting in Makati. SHOWBIZ CHIKA BWHAHAAHAH sinong pulitiko ang Tiga VAlenzuela? pic.twitter.com/qYmx6CWc3A — BaklangManicurista2.0 [...]
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Revenge Series ‘Marry My Husband,’ Starring Rom-Com Queen Park Min Young, Coming Exclusively to Prime Video
December 21, 2023
Prime Video announced today that the K-drama series Marry My Husband, a tvN and Amazon Original produced by Studio Dragon, a subsidiary of CJ ENM, will be available on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, excluding South Korea and China, starting Monday, January 1. Episodes will be released [...]
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Grab”s inclusion in motorcycle taxi study under probe, says LTO chief
December 21, 2023
Land Transportation Office (LTO) chief Vigor Mendoza said Wednesday that Grab's approval as one of the players in the motorcycle taxi pilot study is still under investigation.
Taking flight
December 21, 2023
Various lanterns and gimmicks – including a Superman wannabe and an eagle taking flight – are on display at the University of the Philippines Lantern Festival at its Diliman campus in Quezon City on Wednesday.
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Standard’s twin wins
December 21, 2023
Manila Standard recently reaped two awards this month. Left photo shows Standard advertising manager Baldwin Felipe (second from right) receiving a trophy from the Philippine Heart Association’s Media Awards from Dr. Luigi Pierre Segundo, Dr. Ronald Cuyco, and Dr. Louella Santos. Below photo shows Felipe receiving the Outstanding Newspaper of the Year from the Publishers […]
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WPS also reason for ‘Cha-cha’
December 21, 2023
Charter change can help define, protect PH territory—Speaker Speaker Martin Romualdez on Tuesday said that the current tension in the West Philippine Sea could be an additional reason to push for constitutional amendments. In an interview with Teleradyo Serbisyo, Romualdez said Charter change could be beneficial in protecting the nation’s territory and boosting the country’s […]
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Tesla hiring Nordic policy expert as ‘WWE-like standoff’ with unions intensifies
December 21, 2023
Tesla is hiring a Nordic public policy expert as the U.S. electric vehicle giant's bitter dispute with labor unions across the region shows no sign of reaching a resolution.
PHL trims November BOP gap 71% to $216 million
December 21, 2023
THE Philippines trimmed its balance of payments (BOP) deficit in November by over 70 percent year-on-year to $216 million, but it remained the widest in two months, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
Marcos names 4 new MIC directors
December 21, 2023
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has appointed four new directors of the Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), including a long-time Asian Development Bank (ADB) officer.
Prudent debt tack: PBBM’s vow as he signs 2024 budget
December 21, 2023
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Wednesday assured the nation his administration will implement sound “fiscal stewardship” in the spending of the over P5.768-trillion 2024 national budget.
DMW backs ITF plea for PHL seafarers’ safety in Red Sea
December 21, 2023
THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has joined the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) in advocating the safety and well-being of Filipino seafarers amid the recent drone, missile, and rocket attacks on marine vessels navigating the R...
OFWs to play key role in ‘new Philippines’ campaign
December 21, 2023
CITING the invaluable contribution of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) to the country’s socioeconomic development, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on Wednesday said they will play a crucial role in his administration’s campaign towards a “New Philip...
Jeepney groups seek SC’s TRO vs orders for PUVMP
December 21, 2023
JEEPNEY drivers and operators on Wednesday filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to stop the government from implementing various administrative issuances in relation to the full implementation of the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Prog...
Razon group holding off on cruise terminal project pending market conditions
December 21, 2023
THE group of tycoon Enrique K. Razon continues to study market conditions for cruise tourism before finally deciding if it will proceed with its earlier proposed cruise center in Parañaque.
Poll: Economy still ‘top concern’ among people
December 21, 2023
THE economy remained a “top concern” as shown by a year-end survey conducted by PAHAYAG from November 29 to December 4, providing valuable insights into prevailing concerns of macro and micro concerns among Filipino voters.
Planters plead for help as sugar prices decline
December 21, 2023
Sugar groups are calling on the Marcos administration to undertake the necessary interventions that will prevent sugarcane farmers, particularly smallholders, from suffering losses as farmgate prices continue to decline.
IAs get excavators worth P776 million from government
December 21, 2023
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) recently distributed excavators costing P776 million to various irrigators’ associations (IAs) in the country.
PHL, other states pledge funds to replenish Ifad resources
December 21, 2023
The Philippines and 47 other member states have pledged $1.076 billion to replenish the core resources of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (Ifad).
Brazil pulls ahead of US as biggest supplier of corn to China
December 21, 2023
Brazil has overtaken the United States as the leading shipper of corn to China, just a year after the world’s top importer gave the go-ahead for supplies from the South American country.
Metro Pacific unit, Axelum close deal on ₱5.32-B stake
December 21, 2023
Conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Metro Pacific Agro Ventures Inc. (MPAV), has closed the deal to acquire a strategic stake in coconut products producer Axelum Resources Corp.
Frederick Go resigns from Robinsons Land
December 21, 2023
Property developer Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) and its real estate investment trust, RL Commercial REIT Inc. (RCR), have accepted the resignation of Frederick D. Go following his announcement that he will join the Marcos administration.
TikTok commits to fight IP infringement
December 21, 2023
Tiktok, Quadgen Pharmaceutical and Greenstone Pharmaceutical HK Inc. have recently joined the agreement initiated by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) which aims to promote collaboration in combating intellectual property (I...
Alternergy gives up wind contract
December 21, 2023
Alternergy Holdings Corp. (Alternergy) will surrender one of the four wind energy service contracts (WESCs) awarded by the Department of Energy (DOE).
Meralco heeds ERC, revises terms of CSP for 1,800MW
December 21, 2023
The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) heeded the recommendation of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to revise the terms of reference (TOR) of the upcoming competitive selection process (CSP) for 1,800 megawatts (MW) of baseload capacity.
Globe unit inks deal with CMZ
December 21, 2023
Globe Telecom Inc. said on Wednesday its digital healthcare service unit KonsultaMD has entered into a landmark partnership with Ciudad Medical Zamboanga (CMZ) to bring “cutting-edge healthcare services” closer to Zamboanga City residents.
Nlex reactivates motorist assistance program
December 21, 2023
Nlex Corp. said on Wednesday it is enhancing expressway services during peak periods for a safer and more convenient travel along the North Luzon Expressway (Nlex) and the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (Sctex).
Economic indicators lack impetus for rate cut–BSP
December 21, 2023
BANGKO Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. said an interest policy rate cut is “highly unlikely” in the next few months as such policy move is not yet supported by various economic indicators.
Fine Payment
December 21, 2023
This Wednesday, November 15, 2023, photo courtesy of the Land Bank of the Philippines shows San Juan City Mayor and Metro Manila Council President Francisco Javier “Francis” M. Zamora (fourth from left) with MMDA Chairman Romando S. Artes (third from ...
Sorsogon fishermen rescue two marine turtles accidentally caught in fish trap
December 21, 2023
Sorsogon fishermen rescued two marine turtles that were accidentally caught in a stationary fish trap (baklad) in Gubat, Sorsogon.
DILG call for firecracker prohibition gains support
December 21, 2023
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) found a strong ally in its call to ban the sale and use of firecrackers nationwide.