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Unemployed Filipinos down to 1.6 million in December 2023 — PSA
National Statistician and PSA chief Claire Dennis Mapa reported that the number of unemployed persons ages 15 and above declined to 1.6 million in December 2023, down from 1.83 million in November 2023......»»
Stocks climb ahead of January inflation
The stock market started the week on a positive note as the main index stayed above the 6,700 level ahead of today’s January inflation report......»»
SP New Energy suspension lifted after Solar Philippines donates another 220 million SPNEC shares
The PSE lifted the suspension that had affected SP New Energy shares since January 26 after SPNEC said that Solar Philippines Power Project Holdings Inc. had donated 220 million SPNEC shares to Asia Pacific Institute for Green Development on January 24, and that the donation had increased SPNEC’s public float [link] back above the 20% minimum threshold for active trading......»»
Mayon acts up anew, spews ash
After staying quiet for a month, Mayon Volcano in Albay again showed signs of activity yesterday, spewing ash that rose 1,200 meters above its crater, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology......»»
Adidas says it will unload Yeezy shoes without loss
German sportswear giant Adidas said Wednesday that it will unload its stock of Yeezy sneakers at or above cost, a decision which helped it eke out a profit in 2023......»»
Beermen top dog Fajardo cops PBA Player of the Week Plum
June Mar Fajardo continues to tower above the entire San Miguel Beer team......»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
Music is a universal language : The Rose rises above K-pop at Manila concert
Indie rock band The Rose has more of the singing and little to no dancing, but their most recent Manila show is an eargasmic concert that could easily be considered among the best Korean concerts held in the country. .....»»
Russian economy on sustainable growth trajectory - Mishustin
The country's GDP expanded above expectations last year Russia has not only withstood the pressure of Western sanctions and outside risks but has also managed to steer its economy toward sustainable growth, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said on Tuesday. Every sector of industry registered positive dev.....»»
P450 billion unprogrammed funds challenged before SC
Minority lawmakers are asking the Supreme Court to nullify the P449.5 billion in unprogrammed allocation in the national budget, saying the amount was way above the P289.1 billion originally proposed, making it unconstitutional......»»
Restricting minors’ access to vape pushed
MANILA, Philippines — Health Secretary Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa on Tuesday called for stricter enforcement of regulations to prevent minors from accessing tobacco products, especially vape. Herbosa cited that while minors are not legally allowed to purchase such products, many of them can still be seen using them. “Technically, by law, 18 years old and above.....»»
If privileged, never feel entitled
While it’s true that we obviously are entitled to our rights, we should not feel entitled to privileges and favors that are above our rights and needs......»»
Government raises P30 billion from T-bond sale
The government secured P30 billion from the local debt market through the fresh issuance of long-term securities with the coupon rate set above secondary markets......»»
Megaworld Now 100% Carbon Neutral for Company-Owned Mall, Office Developments
Property giant Megaworld notches its biggest sustainability milestone to date as it officially achieves carbon neutrality for all its company-owned office and mall developments across the country. This achievement covers 52 developments, all of which are 100% operational, Megaworld-owned commercial properties located in the company’s various townships all over the Philippines. Based on data compiled […].....»»
Ruiz hires veteran basketball coach for “Sports for All” program
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Notable basketball coach and skills trainer Giovanni “Jojo” Romarate Teves has officially joined the “Sports for All” program of former Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) director Yogi Filemon Ruiz. He is one of the Cebuano sports personalities that Ruiz tapped to handle his soon-to-launch “Sports for All” program.....»»
Arena Plus joins PBA All-Star fray with successful viewing party
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) had a blast last weekend with an unforgettable outing in the All-Star Weekend in Bacolod – the City of Smiles – and so did the fans all the way here in Manila......»»
Sarangani Writers League welcomes 11 new members, all women
ALABEL, Sarangani (MindaNews / 24 March) – The Sarangani Writers League (SWL) recently welcomed its new members, all of them women, for helping develop the literary community in the province of Sarangani. The new members successfully navigated the application process, fulfilled all requirements, and surpassed the evaluation criteria: Catherine R. Discorson, Mariele M. Gallego, and Eva […].....»»
Stereotypical
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Torion to spearhead Yogi’s ‘Sports for All’ basketball program
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former PBA star Jimwell Torion will oversee the basketball program of the soon-to-be-launched “Sports for All” advocacy of former Customs Commissioner Yogi Filemon Ruiz. Ruiz has officially announced that he will be launching a comprehensive and city-wide sports program in March as part of his “Sports for All” advocacy. This was.....»»
Pinoys deliver in JBL All Stars
Powered by Filipino imports, the Asia All-Stars drubbed the Rising Stars, 127-115, in the Japan B. League All-Star Game over the weekend at the Okinawa Arena......»»