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How young Filipinos see their future
This semester, I’m teaching an undergraduate class in UP called “Professional Writing,” a course I designed more than 20 years ago to help English and Creative Writing majors (and other seniors in search of interesting electives) get a handle on what the “real world” out there expects of them, in the kind of everyday jobs they’re likely to land. Not Shakespeare, not Jose Garcia Villa, not lyric poetry and neither the full-length play, but rather the more mundane assignments you get paid a salary for: business letters, press releases, feature articles, AVP scripts, brochures and speeches......»»
The Eco-Friendly Guide to Energy-Efficient Appliances: Tips for a Greener Home
In recent years, environmental sustainability has become a central concern for many and the concept of socially conscious consumerism has gained considerable ground. More and more, individuals are seeking ways to live in harmony with the planet and make lifestyle choices that reduce their ecological footprint. This shift towards eco-awareness isn’t just about what they […].....»»
Vargas hopeful of more Olympics spots
ABAP chairman Ricky Vargas said yesterday he’s hoping for at least two more Olympic slots from boxing to add to the list of Paris entries Eumir Marcial, Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas with Rogen Ladon, Carlo Paalam and Hergie Bacyadan tipped to vie for tickets at the final qualifiers in Bangkok on May 23-June 3......»»
Agoda Spotlights Three Philippine Havens for Mindful Explorers
As the Philippine government invests more in its Green Economy Model (GEM), digital travel platform Agoda spotlights three destinations that are leading the pack in more conscious tourism. Coron in Palawan, Panglao in Bohol, and Siargao in Surigao del Sur have been prioritized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) for their conservation […].....»»
8 more firms flagged for Ponzi-like schemes
For operating like Ponzi schemes, eight more entities were flagged yesterday by the Securities and Exchange Commission , as the state regulatory body advised the public against dealing with them, especially giving in to their solicitations for investments......»»
DICT says PH startups ecosystem is vibrantly growing
PANGLAO, Bohol — Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) secretary Ivan John Uy opened the two-day Geeks On A Beach (GOAB)2023 international conference, Thursday, November 23-24 confidently stating that the vibrant startup ecosystem in the Philippines has been promisingly growing, with more than 1,100 startups, 60 incubators and accelerators, 50 venture capitalists, and more […].....»»
PAGCOR cuts e-game rates to encourage more investments
State-run Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. will reduce remittance rates for online and on-site betting platforms by next month in a bid to encourage more investments in the gambling sector......»»
QR Codes: A Scan Towards Simpler Transactions
Quick Response codes (QR codes), those ubiquitous black and white squares, are now more than just a shortcut to websites. They’re now revolutionizing the way we pay, offering a faster, more secure, and surprisingly error-free alternative to traditional methods. For those still on the fence about using QR codes, Here’s how they can streamline your […].....»»
Coconut processors want more funding for VCO research
The Department of Science and Technology and the Philippine Coconut Authority need to fund more studies to prove the health benefits of virgin coconut oil, a coconut processors group said......»»
Listen more and judge less, Manila archbishop tells pro-life advocates
Families today ‘don’t need more judgments and condemnations,’ says Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula during the Walk for Life at the University of Santo Tomas.....»»
Recto sets sights on ‘more realistic’ targets
Nearly a month in office, the head of the government’s economic team is already looking at a review of growth and fiscal targets this year and over the medium term, noting that global developments should prompt for “more realistic” expectations......»»
More than 3,500 security forces deployed for Sinulog 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines – More than 3,500 security forces were sent off on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, to secure the 495th Fiesta Señor and Sinulog Festival celebrations. The send-off ceremony was held at the SM Seaside Concert Ground and was attended by Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama. The troops, who were from the different security.....»»
6 Tips for Independent Bloggers to Make Their Websites More Lucrative
The 21st century is an era dominated by the internet and all things digital. Thus, it is also an era filled with opportunities for bloggers to secure the stability of their careers. One such opportunity is capitalizing on the profitability of their websites. If you’re a blogger yourself, making your website more lucrative can provide […].....»»
Southern Philippines gold mine landslide death toll rises to 68
MANILA, The Philippines: This week, officials said that the death toll from a landslide in the southern Philippines on February 6 rose to 68, stressing that the window for finding more survivors was closing. Rescuers were looking for 51 more missing people, they added. The landslide, which happened outside a gold mine in Maco in Davao de Oro province, buried homes and vehicles that transported employees.....»»
Gold mine landslide death toll in southern Philippines goes up to 68
MANILA, The Philippines: This week, officials said that the death toll from a landslide in the southern Philippines on February 6 rose to 68, stressing that the window for finding more survivors was closing. Rescuers were looking for 51 more missing people, they added. The landslide, which happened outside a gold mine in Maco in Davao de Oro province, buried homes and vehicles that transported employees.....»»
Comelec: More time to bid for OVCS
Interested parties have more time to submit bids for the online voting and counting system to be used in the May 2025 elections, according to the Commission on Elections......»»
Use of WTE for power generation faces opposition
International groups have warned against the use of waste-to-energy for power generation, claiming that the technology is more expensive and likely to produce pollutants that are more toxic......»»
BI to modernize even more in 2024 – Tansingco
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is set to replace 25% of its manual operations to electronic gates in 2024 and expects that half of the bureau’s operations will be electronic by 2026. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco announced that the bureau is gearing up for more modernization projects for 2024, owing to expectation that the number […].....»»
News5 adds two more seasoned journalists to its roster
In the advent of paid troll farms, “black ops” and fake news being peddled and packaged in the guise of legitimate news article formats, the need for real journalists is more vital than ever......»»
How Sourcing Locally is a Win-Win for You and Your Community
As a business, it’s often tempting to source internationally so you can say you have international partners. While that sounds good to the ears of some, more people are having more awareness and supporting businesses who source locally as it benefits not only you as a business, but also the overall local economy in general. […].....»»