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PH Remains One of the Fastest Growing Economies in East Asia and Pacific, World Bank Says

The World Bank retains its positive outlook on the Philippine economy despite foreseen challenges. According to their April 2024 East Asia and Pacific Economic Update, the World Bank projects a 5.8 percent economic growth for the Philippines this year — the East Asia and Pacific region’s second fastest-growing economy. Moreover, the said update also adjusted […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

6 areas hit dangerous heat index hits on Monday

MANILA, Philippines — Six areas experienced a dangerous peak heat index on Monday according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Based on Pagasa’s latest computed heat index as of  5:00 p.m., Dagupan City, Pangasinan and Bacnotan, La Union both had a 44ºC (degrees Celsius) heat index. Meanwhile, Sinait, Ilocos Sur, Puerto.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Pacific Language Weeks celebrate regional unity

This year's Pacific Language Weeks celebrate regional unity and the contribution of Pacific communities to New Zealand culture, says Minister for Pacific Peoples Dr Shane Reti. Dr Reti announced dates for the 2024 Pacific Language Weeks during a visit to the Pasifika festival in Auckland today and says there's so much to acknowledge. "After being immersed in the l.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Team Secret ready for VCT Pacific Kickoff

Fresh from winning the Asia Pacific Predator League last January 14, the lone Filipino team in the Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific, Team Secret, is ready to go head to head with the region’s top squads in the league’s second year......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

PH Economy Remains Optimistic Amid Global Slowdown

The country is one of the fastest growing economies in East Asia and the Pacific according to the World Bank, foreseeing robust growth despite global economic slowdown. In the latest World Bank Global Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday, the Philippines is expected to maintain its economic growth rate in 2024 at 5.8%, slightly higher […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

17 areas experience dangerous heat index on Wednesday

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that 17 areas in the Visayas and Mindanao experienced a dangerous heat index on Wednesday. Heat index refers to the measure of the contribution that high humidity makes with abnormally high temperatures in reducing the body’s ability to cool itself. A heat.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

11 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index on Black Saturday

MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in 11 areas of the country is expected to reach the “danger” level on Black Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Based on its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Friday, the following areas will fall under the “danger” category today: READ:Pagasa: Heat index.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Comelec: Barmm plebiscite peaceful, orderly

Comelec: Barmm plebiscite peaceful, orderly.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

JOC members ink MOA for a peaceful and orderly Peñafrancia festivity

JOC members ink MOA for a peaceful and orderly Peñafrancia festivity Vox Bikol Wed, 08/15/2018 - 13:33.....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

‘Byaheng Ayos’ on Lenten season generally peaceful

THE Davao Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao (DCGDS) said that Oplan Byaheng Ayos: Semana Santa 2024 was generally peaceful, saying that there were no casualties reported among the beachgoers......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Peaceful conclusion to 87th Araw ng Dabaw

THE Parada Dabawenyo, the culminating and final event of the 87th Araw ng Dabaw in the city, concluded in a generally peaceful and successful manner, with no reported threats or violent incidents throughout the event, according to the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) on Sunday, March 17, 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

India: Protect Farmers Right to Peaceful Protest

(New York) - Indian authorities are using threats, excessive force, and internet shutdowns to stop farmers from holding peaceful protests, Human Rights Watch said today. Since mid-February 20.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Valentine’s Day, Ash Wednesday ‘peaceful’ in Cebu City – police

CEBU CITY, Philippines – This year’s celebration of Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday, which fell on the same day, has been generally “peaceful” with no major crime incidents reported in Cebu City. This was according to Police Lieutenant Colonel Janette Rafter, Deputy Director for Operations of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO). The two different.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Traslacion generally peaceful – NCRPO

This year’s traslacion or the traditional procession of the Black Nazarene, which drew over six million devotees, was “generally peaceful,” the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported on Wednesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

MVP Group dominates 20th Philippine Quill Awards

It was a triumphant night for the MVP Group of Companies, encompassing leading entities such as Light Rail Manila Corp., Manila Electric Co., Maynilad Water Services Inc., PLDT, Smart Communications Inc., Makati Medical Center, Maya, Metro Pacific Dumaguete Water Services Inc., Metro Pacific Tollways South Management Corp., Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Meralco – One Meralco Foundation and Metro Pacific Investments Foundation, as its member companies secured a staggering total of 87 awards at the 20th Philippine Quill Awards, organized by the International Association of Business Communicators......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Aboitiz InfraCapital’s West Cebu Estate Earns Recognition as ‘Best Industrial Development in Asia’ at Asia Property Awards

In its inaugural appearance at PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Economic Estates’ West Cebu Estate clinched the prestigious title of “Best Industrial Development in Asia.” This recognition shines a spotlight on Balamban, Cebu, establishing it as a vibrant global investment hub. The achievement is attributed to the strong economic and social development fostered […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

PAGASA: Danger heat index in 13 areas today

At least 13 areas in the Philippines could experience a “danger” heat index of 44 degrees Celsius today amid the continued effects of El Niño and the dry season, according to the state weather bureau......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

DigiPlus makes it to FTSE Global Equity Index Series

In a press release on Sunday, it said that the firm’s inclusion in the “prestigious” index would be on March 15......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Philippines improves ranking in global passport index

The Philippines slightly improved in the annual passport index released by London-based consultancy firm Henley & Partners......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Democracy index: Philippines ranking goes down again

Still classified as a “flawed democracy,” the Philippines has scored and ranked lower in the 2023 Democracy Index released by London-based think tank The Economist Intelligence Unit on Thursday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024