Carpenters in Sibonga fight over unreturned borrowed work tools, 1 found dead
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 60-year-old carpenter was found dead at a dried-up riverbed in Sibonga town, southern Cebu on early Thursday morning, May 2, after engaging in a fistfight with a colleague over borrowed work tools which the victim allegedly did not return the night before. The colleague, accused of being responsible for the.....»»
Gov’t debt slightly drops to P14.93T
The national government’s total debt dropped to P14.93 trillion as of the end of March, down 1.67 percent from the previous month’s P15.12 trillion. This was because more money was repaid for domestic government loans than was borrowed. The Bureau of Treasury reported that 31.14 percent of the debt is from outside the country, while.....»»
Debt payments decline to P294 billion in February
The Marcos administration reduced its debt service to P294 billion in February amid the decline in the payment for the loan principal borrowed by the government......»»
RTB issue hikes borrowings to P420 billion in February
The government borrowed 22 percent more in February primarily due to the issuance of Retail Treasury Bonds aimed at financing state projects......»»
The last train
In a borrowed room not far from the Buendia Station of the Philippine National Railways in Makati, where I stay on some days when I’m too tired to drive home, I often hear the blaring whistle of a passing PNR train......»»
Foreign debt reaches all-time high in 2023
The country’s foreign debt reached another record high in 2023, as both the national government and the private sector borrowed more from offshore creditors, the central bank said......»»
PLDT borrows P1 billion in green loans
Telco giant PLDT Inc. has borrowed P1 billion from the green loan facility of HSBC Philippines to bankroll the expansion and upgrade of its fiber network......»»
Gov’t debt stock rose to P14.79 trillion as of Jan
MANILA, Philippines — The government’s outstanding debt rose in January due to a weak peso and after the Marcos administration borrowed more from local creditors than what it paid for its maturing liabilities, the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) reported Friday. Data showed state obligations increased 1.9 percent month-on-month to P14.79 trillion as of January. ALSO READ:.....»»
I refuse to die : Kris Aquino reveals worsening health condition, heart at extreme risk
Television host and actress Kris Aquino marked her 53rd birthday with the revelation that she is living on borrowed time as her health condition worsens due to several autoimmune diseases......»»
T-bond rates up slightly
The government borrowed P30 billion from the domestic debt market at a slightly higher rates ahead of the policy decision of the US Federal Reserve......»»
Treasury raises P81 billion from T-bill sale in January
The government borrowed a total of P81 billion through the issuance of short-term securities this month, exceeding its target after it upsized offers at the onset of the new year......»»
Foreign borrowings rise to $14.5 billion in 2023
Foreign borrowings approved by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas jumped by more than 40 percent in 2023 after declining for two straight years, as the national government borrowed more from offshore creditors primarily to bankroll key infrastructure projects......»»
Better late than later
My “Kuya” and senior columnist Boo Chanco recently shared an article with me concerning the decision/announcement of the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) and DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista that electrical extension cords will now be allowed as a carry-on article. Prior to this, extension cords were not allowed as hand carry items and erroneously labeled as “power tools.”.....»»
Jobstreet by Seek launches free job posting feature for employers
In a press release, Jobstreet by Seek said it released a new feature, Free Lite Ads, which aimed to democratize access to hiring tools, providing employers the flexibility to post job openings anytime and for any role without worrying about budget constraints......»»
Discover what’s next for retail at 30th NRCE
The Philippine Retailers Association is set to deliver an unparalleled series of sessions to equip retailers with the tools to maximize available avenues and trends to meet the evolving needs and desires of consumers at the 30th National Retail Conference and Expo (NRCE) with the theme “Retail Today, Empowering Tomorrow” on Aug. 29 to 30 at the SMX Convention Center Manila......»»
Loyalty Programs are a Must for Your Business
Customer loyalty is one of the cornerstones of any successful business. Acquiring new customers is a costly and tiring endeavor, even for the most enthusiastic of business owners. This makes it far more effective to nurture the relationships you already have. Here come loyalty programs, which are powerful tools that incentivize repeat business and foster […].....»»
Unlock business success at Franchise Asia Philippines Expo
The Franchise Asia Philippines Expo 2024 is set to hold a series of dynamic seminars designed to empower entrepreneurs, investors and business enthusiasts with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the ever-evolving world of franchising. Slated from April 12 to 14 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, these seminars offer invaluable insights into key aspects of franchising and business growth......»»
Supporting health care providers through Lawson Health Research Institute
Improving health outcomes for people at risk of substance-related harms and overdose March 25, 2024 | London, Ontario | Health Canada Canada is facing an unrelenting and tragic toxic illegal drug and overdose crisis. No community has been left untouched. The impacts are seen and felt among our friends, family and neighbours. That's why the Government of Canada is leveraging all the tools a.....»»
Stone tools in Ukraine offer oldest evidence of humans in Europe
Until now, the oldest-known evidence of humans in Europe was about 1.2-1.1 million years old from a site called Atapuerca in Spain.....»»
National Museum urged to return St. Augustine pulpit panels
Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma yesterday asked the National Museum of the Philippines to return four 19th-century pulpit panels depicting Saint Augustine of Hippo, as they are “tools for evangelization” and not artworks......»»
Government to adopt digital tools, AI in agriculture
The Marcos administration plans to adopt digital technologies, including artificial intelligence to modernize the country’s agriculture sector, according to the Philippine Development Report......»»