THE Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) will shift to a variable-rate format with a predetermined offer volume in the auction for the overnight reverse repurchase (RRP) facility this week.
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the government will tap the P6.4-billion sustainable livelihood program (SLP) fund of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to provide aid to small-scale rice retailers affected by the price cei...
THE House of Representatives is working closely with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to allocate P2 billion in cash assistance for retailers affected by the rice price ceiling imposed by the Palace, Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romua...
MOODY’S Analytics expects the country’s inflation rate to average 4.8 percent in August, faster than the actual rate of increase in commodity prices in July.
TRADE and Industry Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual encouraged businesses present at the 43rd Asean summit to invest in the downstream processing of nickel, among others, noting that it is part of the Philippines’s “strategic” approach to enable the count...
A MIGRANT advocate group has vowed to continue its protest against the new controversial travel requirements of the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (Iacat) until it is finally scrapped.
THE Philippines issued over 2,000 sanitary and phytosanitary import clearances (SPSICs) for the importation of close to 2 million metric tons (MMT) of rice in the past two months to plug the shortfall in its local supply.
WILLIAM Cunado, the former Director of the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), has not officially resigned, and neither did he officially file his retirement, a source said.
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A complaint center is opening soon to receive complaints of vote-buying and vote-selling related to the Oct. 30 barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, according to the Commission on Elections.
Climate change is exacting a heavy toll on Filipino lives, properties and livelihoods, the United Nations said, warning that it could hamper the Philippines’ ambition of becoming an upper middle-income country by 2040 if left unaddressed.
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board yesterday issued a decision to suspend the ABS-CBN noontime program “It’s Showtime” for 12 airing days.
Typhoon Hanna has exited the Philippine area of responsibility but will continue to enhance the southwest monsoon and bring rains in many areas in the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.
Until the revised rules are finally shelved, overseas Filipino workers will continue to protest against new travel requirements proposed by the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking, the labor group Migrante International vowed.
Pope Francis acknowledged on Monday that his recent comments on Russia, seen by Ukraine as praise for imperialism, were badly phrased and said his intention was to remind young Russians of a great cultural heritage and not a political one.
Russia is discussing holding joint exercises with North Korea, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu was quoted as saying on Monday, at a time when the United States has expressed concern about growing military ties between the two countries.
Isang bata ang binawian ng buhay matapos nabulunan o nabilaukan ng buto ng rambutan sa Camarines Sur. Ano nga ba ang dapat gawin sa ganitong sitwasyon para masagip ang biktima at papaano nga ba ginagawa ang life saving technique na Heimlich maneuver? A...
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday questioned the transfer of allocations in 2022 to confidential funds that didn't exist that year in the Office of the Vice President.
Invasive species are plants or animals, often moved around by human activity, that take hold in an environment with deleterious effects. These range from outcompeting native wildlife, damaging infrastructure, and threatening human health and livelihoods.
ABS-CBN will file a motion for reconsideration after the Movie and Television Review Classifications Board (MTRCB) suspended "It's Showtime!" for 12 airing days.
Libre lang mangarap as they say. But there is power in our dreams, and turning them into reality is a lot less difficult when you get the help you need. This is what leading finance superapp GCash shared in GCash x Fuse: Borrow for Tomorrow, an immersive product showcase held in Maybank Performing Arts Theater […]
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LG Electronics (LG) has once again been recognized for outstanding product design, earning 13 awards at the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2023, announced at the International Design Conference in New York, New York. The LG PuriCare AeroTower, an air purifier that can also be used as a side table and mood lamp, was honored […]
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Sony’s The Equalizer 3, starring fan favorite Denzel Washington, helped boost the North American box office to a post-pandemic high over the long holiday weekend, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. The vigilante action film, which closes out the Equalizer trilogy, took in an estimated $34.5 million for the Friday-through-Sunday period and $42 million when […]
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IN the age of smartphones, photography has become more accessible than ever before. While daytime photography is relatively straightforward, capturing stunning night scenes with a mobile phone can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. With the right techniques and a few key tips, you can take your night photography skills to the next level. One […]
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REA Anicoche Tan, owner and CEO of Beautéderm, celebrated the company’s 14th anniversary in Angeles City, Pampanga, with the support of stars like Sam Milby, Andrea Brillantes, and Maja Salvador. The inspiring entrepreneur expressed her heartfelt gratitude to these celebrities for their unwavering support. Under the theme “Bravely Beautéful: 14 Years of Setting The Gold […]
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CRAVING the exquisite flavors of Japan? Look no further than Botejyu, where authenticity meets innovation under one roof. With roots dating back to 1946 in Osaka, Japan, this beloved brand has been serving traditional and innovative Japanese cuisine for over seven decades. Notably, it pioneered “modern-yaki,” a delectable fusion of yakisoba and okonomiyaki, and boasts […]
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