‘Maharlika fund must be scrutinized to last comma, period’
Senators agree that the bill creating the Maharlika Investment Fund requires scrutiny down to the last period, transparency in discussing it and no pressure of approving the measure in a given time......»»
KATRIBU on the impact of Maharlika Investment Fund on the Moro and Indigenous Peoples
A speech delivered by Beverly Longid, KATRIBU National Convenor, during the Maharlika Investment Fund forum organized by the First Quarter Storm (FQS) Movement......»»
Philippines logs 40 pertussis deaths this year
MANILA, March 28 (Xinhua) -- Forty children have died of whopping cough, a respiratory infection also called pertussis, since this year, the Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) has reported. The DOH said in a statement on Wednesday that cases have continued to increase since the start of this year, recording 568 cases from Jan. 1 to March 16. "The total number of cases for the same period in 2023 was.....»»
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Like the biblical exodus, the Holy Week period has always ushered in so much travel of people going out of town, or trips abroad for the rich ones......»»
Florence: Beyond the Duomo & David
Florence is the many-splendored city between Venice and Rome, the enduring crown of the Renaissance period; a garden of art, antiquities, edifices — and the best leather goods in the world......»»
Speaking up for survivors of human trafficking: Victoria Nyanjura s story
The UN Trust Fund for Victims of Human Trafficking (UNVTF) provides humanitarian, legal and financial aid to victims of trafficking in persons through the awarding of grants to civil society organizations. Victoria Nyanjura was recently elected as Chair of the UNVTF and is the first-ever survivor of human traffi.....»»
SB19 s Pablo leads Earth Hour in Manila
SB19 leader Pablo, World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Philippine's new Earth Hour Music Ambassador, led the annual switch-off event in Manila City last weekend......»»
SC affirms ruling granting bail to ex-Masbate lawmaker, Napoles
The Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed a ruling of the Sandiganbayan that allowed businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles and former Masbate congresswoman Rizalina Seachone-Laneta to post bail in the plunder charges filed against them in connection with the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork scam......»»
3 dead, 592 others afflicted with measles in BARMM since January
Three children in the Bangsamoro region died from measles in the past 10 weeks while 592 others contracted the viral, supposedly vaccine-preventable disease during the period, regional officials reported on Saturday......»»
SC upholds decision granting Napoles bail in one PDAF case
Pork barrel scam mastermind Janet Lim-Napoles and former Masbate Rep. Rizalina Seachon-Lanete have been allowed to post bail after the Supreme Court dismissed a case related to the Priority Development Assistance Fund......»»
Agoda Unveils Asia’s Top 9 Nature Destinations
To mark the launch of Eco Deals 2024, Agoda’s flagship US$1 million partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), the digital travel platform has compiled a list of some of Asia’s favored nature destinations across Asia, based on searches made on Agoda in January 2024. Enric Casals, Vice President of Southeast Asia, Agoda, […].....»»
NAIA sale to pay debts
Amid the excitement over the successful privatization of NAIA’s rehab and operation, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto mused about the future of NAIA beyond the 15-year San Miguel concession period......»»
GSIS taps Maya for payments
State-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System is expanding its payment channels through a partnership with digital bank Maya Bank Inc......»»
Earth Hour, 5 Reasons to Participate
On March 23, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, everyone in the world is encouraged to turn off their lights and appliances. Dubbed Earth Hour, this global event started in Australia back in 2007 as a World Wildlife Fund (WWF) initiative. It might be easy to wave off Earth Hour as just 60 minutes of.....»»
Time to Shine: Make Your Mark for Earth Hour at SM Malls
Small actions can make a big difference. This year, SM Supermalls invites everyone to #GiveAnHourForEarth by joining millions around the world in the annual Global Lights Switch Off on March 23 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. This 2024, SM marks 16 years of commitment in supporting the annual campaign initiated by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).....»»
Davao Region crime rate drops by 13.05%
THE Police Regional Office (PRO-Davao) has reported a significant 13.05 percent decrease in the crime rate across the Davao Region from January to February 2024 compared to the same period last year......»»
Indian banking sector continues to improve with better asset quality, high credit growth: Survey
New Delhi [India], March 21 (ANI): The health of the Indian banking sector continues to improve with better asset quality and high credit growth, a survey conducted by industry body FICCI and banking association Indian Banks' Association (IBA) showed. The eighteenth round of the survey was carried out for the period July to December 2023. Those banks that were surveyed together represent about 77 per cent of the banking i.....»»
From CLOY to Dr. Romantic 3: Romance starts with the letter K
I started my romance with K-Drama with Crash Landing on You (CLOY) in 2020, and after an on-and-off three-year love affair, I put a comma on it with the Korean medical drama series Dr. Romantic 3, which I finished watching last month......»»
Advocating recovery, growth of Phl tourism
The recent efforts of the Department of Tourism or DoT clearly reflect the agency’s commitment to pushing the recovery of the industry. Through numerous travel fairs aimed at reawakening the wanderlust within the citizenry, people are again being enticed to travel and temporarily escape the humdrum of life, especially after the health and safety protocols were eased. Among the DoT’s newest initiatives is the launch of its new slogan, “Love the Philippines,” as part of the department’s 50th-anniversary celebration. “The campaign Love the Philippines is not a mere branding campaign, but rather a call to action to every Filipino citizen to remember the beauty of our country, to honor our past, and to look forward to the future armed with the virtues, values of being a Filipino,” Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said during the launch. The decision to finally retire the 11-year-old “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” slogan seemed to have sprung from the idea that the Philippines has so much more to offer beyond fun. Tourists, be they local or foreign, are in for an amazing culinary experience with the mouth-watering food found all over the country. Apart from this, we also have a very vibrant culture and rich history that are definitely worth sharing. Sparking significant buzz, the new slogan instantly became a trending topic on social media and other platforms after its unveiling. The volume of diverse reactions, opinions, and engagements regarding the new slogan demonstrated the citizenry’s passion for or against it. While some were very welcoming of the new slogan and have their sights set on using it as an official hashtag in their upcoming domestic travels, others didn’t find it catchy and enthusiastic enough, viewing it more as a command, written in the imperative form, rather than a call to action. Public Relations Society of the Philippines or PRSP president Harold Geronimo is one of the more neutral voices amid the hubbub. Sharing his insight as a PR practitioner, although the advertising slogan has a commanding tone at face value, he said it can be used for storytelling and sharing experiences that lead to expressing one’s affection for the country. Through the new slogan, one can create an impactful narrative that encapsulates reasons why we should love the Philippines. On the other hand, renowned Filipino broadcast journalist Howie Severino pointed out how the addition of a simple comma can transform the slogan into a declaration of love from the Philippines to the rest of the world. “Love, the Philippines” – there is a noticeable shift in perspective that mirrors hospitality, a cultural trait that the country is globally known and admired for. While the new slogan has been the center of everyone’s attention, we should all be reminded that the true recovery and success of the tourism industry lies heavily in the presence of tangible solutions. The government should maintain its focus on improving the infrastructure, operating an effective and reliable transportation system, and maintaining efficient airport operations. Once these are achieved, we can expect that local and foreign tourists alike will have a pleasant experience exploring and, perhaps, falling in love with the Philippines. Lest we forget, tourism was among the industries that hit rock bottom during the pandemic. It is therefore imperative that the government’s advertising efforts and infrastructure investments are aligned so the DoT can successfully attain a version of the Philippines that will not only truly captivate tourists, but also leave a lasting impression on the world. Like a phoenix emerging from ashes, the Philippines’ tourism industry aims to once again ascend to great heights with its new slogan as its wings — serving as a powerful invitation for tourists to experience the Philippines and cultivate a personal connection that will keep them coming back. The post Advocating recovery, growth of Phl tourism appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
‘Maharlika fund must be scrutinized to last comma, period’
Senators agree that the bill creating the Maharlika Investment Fund requires scrutiny down to the last period, transparency in discussing it and no pressure of approving the measure in a given time......»»