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Philippine government retains 6.5 to 7.5 pct GDP growth target for 2024

MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Friday expressed optimism that the Philippine government will achieve a gross domestic product growth of 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent in 2024. "This growth will be supported by low and manageable inflation, a labor force with access to more and better jobs, a stronger fiscal position in the form of a lower.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

What to expect from Sec. Ralph Recto leadership at DOF

Former senator, former NEDA Secretary, congressman, and deputy speaker until this week, and now Secretary of the Department of Finance (DOF), Ralph Recto has a colorful and multiple experience in both the Legislative and Executive branches of the government......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Netizens welcome shift to old school calendar

CEBU CITY – The Department of Education (DepEd) will gradually return to the old school calendar. For the school year 2024-2025, classes will begin on July 29, 2024, and end on May 16, 2025. The school year 2023-2024 will have its last day of classes on May 31, 2024. To recall, in 2021, the accustomed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

After a failed bid for a Federal Philippines, Duterte now wants an independent Mindanao 

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 31 January) – After a failed bid to change the 1987 Constitution and shift to a Federal Philippines during his six-year Presidency, former President Rodrigo Duterte now wants an independent Mindanao. It will not be a bloody separation from the Philippines and they would go all the way to the United […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Navigating brand activism

The Philippines is experiencing a notable shift in corporate practice and behavior, reflecting a broader, global movement toward brands that are not just about profits but are deeply engaged in societal, environmental, and political dialogue. This change stems from a growing desire and demand among consumers for companies to contribute more meaningfully to societal welfare, pushing the boundaries of traditional business roles......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Senate hearing on extreme heat set today

With 4,000 face-to-face classes suspended, a Senate panel will conduct a hearing today to discuss the effects of extreme heat on learners and the shift to alternative delivery modes......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

DepEd tells public schools to hold online classes from April 29 to 30

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has instructed public schools nationwide to shift to online classes from Monday (April 29) to Tuesday (April 30), due to the upcoming transport strike by Piston and amid the extreme heat. “In view of the latest heat index forecast of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Power to the people

What is worse than this infernal weather, with the heat index surging to the mid-40s, threatening people’s health and well-being, and causing either the suspension of classes or a shift to synchronous or asynchronous modes of learning?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Rising heat prompts more Metro Manila LGUs to suspend in-person classes

MANILA, Philippines — The scorching heat has prompted more local government units in Metro Manila  from announcing the suspension of in-person school classes on Wednesday, April 24. The suspension of face-to-face classes and the shift to online or asynchronous mode for April 24 have been announced by the following cities in separate advisories: READ MORE:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

‘SM Green Finds x Zarah Juan’s Tarp Project: Weaving sustainability into the fabric of retail’

In an era where environmental consciousness is not just a trend but a necessary shift toward sustainability, initiatives like SM Green Finds stand out as models for responsible corporate behavior......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Indigenous people criticize business as usual mining practices

BRASILIA, Brazil - Indigenous representatives from 35 countries issued a declaration Thursday criticizing the fact that they are too rarely consulted about mining that takes place on or near their lands, an issue that has become more acute with increased demand for minerals needed in the transition to a cleaner energy system.'We recognize and support the need to end fossil fuel reliance and shift to renewable en.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

New Zealand commits $25 million for ADB’s energy transition program

New Zealand is providing $25 million to support a program being implemented by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to help Southeast Asian countries shift to clean energy......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

New Zealand commits 25 mln USD for ADB s energy transition mechanism

MANILA, April 19 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday said that New Zealand has committed 25 million U.S. dollars to the ADB Energy Transition Mechanism Partnership Trust Fund (ETMPTF) to support the shift toward clean, sustainable energy in Southeast Asia. The commitment was made by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon during his two-day official visit to the Philippines. "We ar.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Holcim allots P2 billion for co-processing, RE shift

Cement maker Holcim Philippines Inc. is spending P2 billion over the next three years for co-processing and shifting to renewable energy in line with its commitment for sustainable manufacturing operations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

La Union farmers shift to drought-resistant crops

Farmers in La Union have shifted to drought-resistant crops to cushion the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the agriculture sector......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

La Union farmers shift to drought-resistant crops to curb El Niño impact

 Farmers in La Union are shifting to drought-resistant crops to parry off the dire effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the agriculture sector......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Teachers propose way to shift to old school calendar

If the Department of Education is worried that rushing the return to the old school calendar would compromise the vacation of students and teachers, the Teachers’ Dignity Coalition is proposing a way to do it without removing the school break from the equation......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Reverting to old school calendar can’t be rushed – DepEd

Even after a week of suspended onsite classes due to extreme heat, the Department of Education cannot immediately shift to the old school calendar as it takes away rest days from teachers, students and school personnel, Vice President and DepEd Secretary Sara Duterte said yesterday......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Reverting to old school calendar can’t be rushed – DepEd

Even after a week of suspended onsite classes due to extreme heat, the Department of Education cannot immediately shift to the old school calendar as it takes away rest days from teachers, students and school personnel, Vice President and DepEd Secretary Sara Duterte said yesterday......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

EDITORIAL - In the hot zone

As of yesterday, more local government units had ordered either the suspension of classes or a shift to remote learning as temperatures continued to rise......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024