Government delivers funding boost to fix potholes
The Coalition Government is delivering on its commitment to boost funding for pothole prevention, with indicative funding levels confirmed by NZTA showing a record increase in funding to help fix potholes on our State Highways and Local Roads, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. The NZTA Board has today confirmed indicative funding levels in the National Land Transport Programme (NLTP).....»»
Philippines, IRRI ink MOU to boost rice output
MANILA, Feb. 19 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to help boost rice production in the Philippines. The DA said the five-year MOU seeks to boost the country's rice industry through sustainable practices that enhance yield, reduce production costs, minimize post-harvest.....»»
SPNEC seeks funding boost for world’s biggest solar farm
Manuel V. Pangilinan-led SP New Energy Corp. is looking to bring in partners, particularly foreign investors, to help finance the development of the P200-billion Terra Solar development in Nueva Ecija and Bulacan, which will become the world’s largest solar project once completed......»»
[WATCH] Rappler Live Jam: Daniel Paringit
Get your indie-pop fix at rising soloist Daniel Paringit's Live Jam debut!.....»»
Senator presses NAIA, Iloilo airport to resolve aircon issues
A senator urged the managements of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and the Iloilo International Airport to fix their air conditioning systems as extreme heat continues to scorch parts of the country. .....»»
EDITORIAL - Quick fix
Whether two-wheeled, three- or four-wheeled, why do people buy their own vehicles in the National Capital Region?.....»»
3 stand-alone books that may help fix your ‘reading slump’
CEBU CITY, Philippines – You may not be the only one with stacks of unwrapped books just lurking in the corner, waiting for you to lay your eyes on them. You may have enjoyed reading during your childhood or teen years, but somehow lost that spark as life progressed, finding yourself stuck in a slump.....»»
Maguindanaons join regional SIAP political party
More than a thousand Moro and non-Moro residents in Maguindanao del Sur and Maguindanao del Norte on Thursday joined a regional partly trying to fix the economic woes in the Bangsamoro region by improving commerce and trade in its six provinces and three cities......»»
Human rights and trade
Trade negotiations may be likened to back and forth negotiations between a long married couple trying to fix their issues after getting stuck in a stalemate of sorts......»»
We broke it, we fix it : DENR urges Filipinos to join Earth Hour 2024
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) enjoined Filipinos to do their part in reversing damages brought by humans upon Mother Nature in the last 300,000 years......»»
Bouncing Back After a Spending Spree: 3 Simple Steps to Financial Recovery
We’ve all been there — a bit too carried away with the shopping spree, and suddenly, the bank account is giving you the side-eye. No judgment here. But guess what? We’ve got a quick fix for you with three straightforward moves to get your finances back in the groove. Step 1: Hang Out with Your […].....»»
Recipe: Peri-Peri Chicken
Spice up your chicken fix with this recipe of Peri-Peri Chicken......»»
Boeings safety culture falls short despite companys efforts to fix it, experts say
A recent report by a panel of outside experts has highlighted concerns about safety culture at aircraft manufacturer Boeing. The panel found a “disconnect” between.....»»
‘Cafe by day, bar by night’: 7 Metro Manila coffee shops that serve cocktails in the evening
Get your caffeine and booze fix in these Metro Manila coffee shops that transform into bars in the after hours!.....»»
Stronger ties between PH, allies needed to boost maritime security — experts
MANILA, Philippines — The national government should push for stronger partnerships with other like-minded nations to boost maritime and economic security amid tensions with China in the West Philippine Sea, said maritime experts. They said this during a forum led by international think tank Stratbase ADR Institute in partnership with the Embassy of Australia in.....»»
Government urged to boost spending for broadband infrastructure
A leading think tank has called on government to aggressively invest in broadband infrastructure to boost the competitiveness of the Philippines in the global digital economy......»»
End-of-roster Alas addition Panique sparks underdog hope as Kazakhstan rolls to AVC final
The 19-year-old prospect Arah Panique, a final addition to the hastily formed Alas Pilipinas, delivers for the host nation in the semifinal against Kazakhstan, when no one else could amid a cold start.....»»
Atin Ito’s advance team breaches China’s Scarborough blockade, delivers supplies to fishers
“Despite China's massive blockade, we managed to breach their illegal blockade, reaching Bajo de Masinloc to support our fishers with essential supplies. Mission accomplished!” said Rafaela David, president of Akbayan Party and co-convenor of Atin Ito. .....»»
LTG delivers steady profit
LT Group Inc. of taipan Lucio Tan posted a slight improvement in its profit in the first quarter as strong performances from its banking and beverage units were weighed down by lower earnings contributions from other businesses......»»
Clutch Apura delivers as MVPSF storms back vs Ginebra Boys in Japa Cup opener
Allan Apura scored the go-ahead triple in the final 13.4 seconds and then added a free throw with sixth-tenths of a second to lift MVP Sports Foundation to a come-from-behind 60-58 overtime win over the Ginebra Boys at the start of PBAPC Raffy Japa Cup presented by Burlington Sunday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium......»»
India delivers BrahMos missiles to Philippines
The contract for supersonic missiles co-developed with Russia was signed by the two Asian nations in 2022 India delivered the first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines on Friday, the ANI news agency has reported. A $375 million deal to supply the systems co-developed by New Delhi and Moscow.....»»