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Austrian bikers group holds dental mission in Marigondon
Austrian bikers group holds dental mission in Marigondon.....»»
‘Hope Heals’ Council of Presidents holds mental health forum
‘Hope Heals’ Council of Presidents holds mental health forum.....»»
Nina holds Pre-Valentine special ‘Only Nina’ in Cebu
Nina holds Pre-Valentine special ‘Only Nina’ in Cebu.....»»
BSP logs 40K complaints relating to financial consumer protection; only 5% come from Mindanao
SINCE the effectivity of the Financial Consumer Protection Act (Republic Act 11765) in June 2022, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has logged more than 40,000 complaints from customers of different BSP-supervised financial institutions from all over the Philippines. Of this number, only around 5 percent come from Mindanao, implying the Mindanaoans' unawareness of the law......»»
BSP: Digitizing microfinance services will boost financial inclusion
Digitizing microfinance institutions could promote further financial inclusion in the country as borrowers from the unserved and underserved segments of the population will be able to access a wider range of financial services......»»
A Quick Guide to Online Gambling and Financial Responsibility
With the rise of PAGCOR accredited online gambling platforms, many individuals are drawn to the allure of quick wins and entertainment. However, the world of online gambling will require extreme caution and financial responsibility to avoid potential pitfalls and safeguard one’s financial well-being. Understanding the Risks Online gambling can be enticing, but it comes with […].....»»
Women take part in Japan’s 1,250-year-old ‘naked festival’ for first time
Seven groups of women took part in the ritual which is said to drive away evil spirits and where participants pray for happiness. Despite its name, those taking part are not naked......»»
Fast track consenting in the fast lane
The Government is progressing changes to resource management laws as part of its 100 Day Action Plan, with the first steps taken to establish a new fast-track consenting one-stop shop regime."This new regime, which forms part of National's coalition agreement with New Zealand First, will improve the speed and process for resource approvals for major infrastructure projects, unlocking opportuni.....»»
Striking drivers, operators face financial woes
For single-unit operators like Chel Mallonga, 45, the impact of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) would be drastic. Once consolidation pushes through, single-unit operators will no longer be granted franchises. The post Striking drivers, operators face financial woes appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Banking 101: Unmasking Financial Lingo
Hey friends, ever get stuck in a conversation where financial terms sound like a different language? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Let’s break down some everyday bank talk in a way that won’t leave you scratching your head. Interest Rates First off, “Interest Rates” – it’s the cost of borrowing money or the high-five […].....»»
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......»»
Grace Kim grabs first-round LA Championship lead
(Photo credit: John Jones-USA TODAY Sports) Grace Kim, looking for her second LPGA victory in her fourth season, holds the lead after the first round of the JM Eagle LA Championship on Thursday in Los Angeles. Grace Kim shot a 7-under-par 64 at Wilshire Country Club, leaving her one shot ahead of Sweden's Maja Stark, Thailand's Chanettee Wannasaen and South Korea's Sei Young Kim. Auston Kim, South Korea's Haeran Ryu and.....»»
ACLEx holds first face-to-face MCLE in post-pandemic era
This was the first face-to-face lecture series conducted by the Supreme Court-accredited MCLE provider since the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Scorching schools: How heat worsens conditions of poor students in PH
[This is the second and last part of a special report on how extreme heat in 2023 impacted the education sector in the Philippines. Click here for the first part.] CEBU CITY, Philippines – The same analysis by Cebu Daily News Digital (CDN Digital) showed that even private schools, which usually have better facilities and.....»»
‘Dune: Part Two’ director decided to tell sequel story his own way
For the second film, Villeneuve decided to go with a different timeline than Herbert originally did, making Dune: Part Two pick up right after the first film ends, rather than replicating the two-year time jump from the novels.....»»
Why Saving More than 20% Can Boost Your Finances
The 50/30/20 budgeting rule is a popular financial guideline that suggests allocating 50 percent of your income to needs, 30. percent to wants, and 20 percent to savings and debt repayment. While saving 20 percent is a significant step towards financial security, there are compelling reasons to push beyond this benchmark if your budget allows. […].....»»
Vendors at Bacolod Vendor’s Plaza to get financial aid
Vendors at Bacolod Vendor’s Plaza to get financial aid.....»»
Strengthening financial health of Global Majority is key to unlocking their economic potential
Great strides have been made in terms of increasing financial inclusion globally in the last decade according to The World Bank......»»
Mandaue senior citizens allowance to go up by P2K
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Registered Mandaue senior citizens will soon receive a P2,000 increase in their yearly financial assistance. Currently, elders in Mandaue City are receiving P8,000 in financial assistance annually. With the increase, their take home incentive will go up to P10,000. Mayor Jonas Cortes on Thursday, April 18, said that this is to.....»»
Philippines financial sector expands by 8 percent in February
The total resources of banks and non-bank financial institutions rose by 7.9 percent to P30.87 trillion as of end-February from P28.58 trillion in the same period a year ago, based on preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»