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In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services

Regular check ups, particularly those related to reproductive health, are not covered by the free services provided by village health centers, as per the Philippine law on universal health care. Fabella wishes that the government can allocate more funds for the basic services but this has not improved over the years. The post In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access to social services appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Marcos sees internet access for all via fiber backbone project

The government is ramping up efforts to provide internet access for all Filipinos amid its importance in trade and communication, President Marcos said on Friday......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Cebu City Hall accuses CPA of privatizing port access road

Cebu City Hall accuses CPA of privatizing port access road.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Philippines says it will not grant US access to more bases

The Philippines says it has no plans to give the United States more access to military bases in the Southeast Asian country, putting a cap on the current total number of nine sites.Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told foreign correspondents in Manila Monday that the country's decision last year to increase the number of sites agreed upon under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement or EDCA was a re.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Garcia: Excavation of mountain in Balamban for DPWH access road

Garcia: Excavation of mountain in Balamban for DPWH access road.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

PCG’s Facebook page hacked in third cyberattack this 2024

MANILA, Philippines  – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) lost access to its Facebook account on Monday evening, the third cyberattack that gripped the maritime security group this year. At around 6 p.m., PCG spokesperson Rear Admiral Armand Balilo said that “an unknown entity gained access on [its] official Facebook page” which was handled by the personnel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Marcos Jr. : New Clark City access road a ‘red carpet’

The government will build more world-class infrastructure in other growth areas in the country to maximize their potential and attract investments, President Marcos pledged on Wednesday as he led the inspection of the 19.81-kilometer Airport to New Clark City Access Road in Mabalacat, Pampanga.?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Marcos to BCDA: Ensure timely completion of airport access road

Marcos to BCDA: Ensure timely completion of airport access road.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

When it comes to access to medicines, no one should be left behind

For millions of people around the world, the full enjoyment of the right to health remains an elusive goal, partly because medical care — in the event of sickness, prevention and treatment — depends largely on timely and appropriate access to quality medicines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

CDRRMO RECEIVES FREE INTERNET ACCESS FROM DICT

CDRRMO RECEIVES FREE INTERNET ACCESS FROM DICT.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Once bullied for being black, Alexie Brooks finds her place in Philippines pageantry

Newly-crowned Miss Iloilo 2024 Alexie Brooks is poised to represent Iloilo City in this year’s Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) pageant competition. But as early as now, her name is already popular among pageant enthusiasts following her stunning win at the local pageant......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

BPI Customers Experience Transaction Delays Due to High Weekend Activity

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) customers faced delays in essential banking services due to a surge in weekend transactions, primarily tax payments, today, April 16, 2024. In a Facebook post, BPI said that their services which include ATM withdrawals, CAM deposits, Debit Card purchases, BPI app, BPI online, and the use of BPI online […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

Student-biker gets free tuition ride from Angkas

JV Ambrosio is on his third year as an electrical engineering student at the University of the East in Manila. Packed with an academic load of 31 units, he starts his day early at 7 a.m. for his first class......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Newborn found, rescued in Calinan

A newborn baby boy was discovered and rescued at Apigo Farm in Calinan, Davao City on January 22, 2024. Elmer Cawayan, a caretaker at the farm, found the infant wrapped in a black cloth and promptly alerted the authorities. The baby is currently under the care of the Calinan Police Station, City Social Welfare and Development Office, and Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. A video posted online expressed outrage at the parents' abandonment of the child, while the newborn is receiving medical attention at Dr. Lorenzo Principe Clinic. The Calinan Police Station is actively investigating to identify the infant's parents......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Philippines says it can overtake Singapore next year as Asia s No. 2 casino hub

Philippines says it can overtake Singapore next year as Asia's No. 2 casino hub The Star Online.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

‘Asia’s best hacker’ caught

A man previously dubbed “Asia’s best hacker” was arrested in Las Piñas for allegedly targeting foreigners in his illegal online activities, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

HOKA Trilogy Run Asia up

The HOKA Trilogy Run Asia is putting its best foot forward as it launches its massive 2024 series on April 7 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

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

HOKA Trilogy Run Asia kicks off 1st of 19 races on April 7

The HOKA Trilogy Run Asia is putting its best foot forward as it launches its massive 2024 series on April 7 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024