New citizen science program to focus on protection of mangroves
The program aims to manage and protect the Philippines' vital mangrove cover as part of the "BakaJuan Project", with volunteers and stakeholders actively implementing it......»»
PDIC studying increase in bank deposit protection limit
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp said that it is conducting a study to determine if the current protection limit of P500,000 should be increased along with the introduction of other measures to “instill market discipline”......»»
Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023
The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
BSP to strengthen consumer protection
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is further strengthening consumer protection measures as complaints breached the 30,000 level from January to September last year......»»
DBM: P175.9 million for DOST scholars, researchers OK’d
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of P175.902 million for the implementation of the Grants-in-Aid (GIA) program of the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD)......»»
Pakistan: New Government Should Protect Rights
(New York) - Pakistan's newly elected prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, should make human rights a key focus of his government, Human Rights Watch said in a letter today to the prime minister. The new Pakistani government should adopt an agenda that actively promotes and protects human rights,.....»»
CCSC’s free summer grassroots sports training program returns
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Sports Commission (CCSC) summer grassroots sports training program gets underway on Monday, June 3, after a four-year hiatus. This comprehensive grassroots training program praised by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) will take place in various clusters throughout Cebu City. CCSC executive director Gayle Grace Dico said they were.....»»
Joerem Yu to lead Naga City’s volleyball program
CEBU CITY, Philippines –Seasoned volleyball coach Joerem Yu will spearhead Naga City’s volleyball grassroots program. Yu was officially appointed earlier this month by the city government of Naga to oversee the budding grassroots program for volleyball there. His vast experience and keen eye on volleyball earned Yu the position, while carrying a responsibility to hone.....»»
Motorcycle taxi program to continue – LTFRB
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said on Saturday that it did not terminate the motorcycle (MC) taxi program. In its statement, LTFRB Chairperson Teofilo Guadiz III said that its technical working group (TWG) only terminated the data gathering for the MC taxi program. “The TWG did not endorse the.....»»
Gov’t food stamp program in full blast by July – DSWD
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will begin by July the full implementation of its food stamp program for 300,000 beneficiaries after a six-month pilot program that started in December. Social Welfare Undersecretary Eduardo Punay said during a forum in Quezon City on Saturday that the agency has begun preparations.....»»
PBBM ilalarga food stamp program sa Hulyo
Sisimulan na sa Hulyo ang full implementation ng food stamp program ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos sa mga pamilyang kapos sa pagkain. The post PBBM ilalarga food stamp program sa Hulyo first appeared on Abante......»»
P3.7B swak sa scholarship program ng CHED
Inilabas ng Department of Budget and Management (DBM) ang P3.7 bilyon para sa scholarship program ng Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The post P3.7B swak sa scholarship program ng CHED first appeared on Abante......»»
FACT CHECK: K-12 is not being replaced with K-10 program
Pinas News Insider claimed in a video in 2023 that the Marcos administration has discontinued the K-12 program and replaced it with its K-10 program......»»
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.....»»
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.....»»
DSWD may ‘Program SOLo’ para sa single parents: We’re here to support you!
HINDI na magiging “feeling lonely” ang mga mahal nating single parents! May bagong programa kasi ang Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) na tiyak na dadamayan at susuportahan ang mga single parent sa pag-aalaga ng kanilang mga anak. Ito ang tinatawag nilang “Strengthening Opportunities for Lone Parents” program o Program SOLo. Ayon sa DSWD,.....»»
Hayco reiterates importance of PSC-PRISAA grassroots program partnership
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), through Commissioner Edward Hayco, rolled out its nationwide grassroots program initiative earlier this year. Last month, PSC and the Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) officially sealed their partnership through a “Memorandum of Agreement” (MOA) to initiate the grassroots program. Hayco, in an interview, wanted to reiterate the.....»»
DOLE Unveils Program to Boost Businesses and Workers
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is rolling out the DOLE Adjustment Measures Program (DOLE-AMP) to boost enterprise and worker competitiveness. Labor Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma outlined the program’s guidelines in Department Order No. 241, Series of 2024, issued on February 1. DOLE-AMP aims to diminish the vulnerability of workers and enterprises to economic […].....»»
Enlightening Discussion: Attention SC
Facts or myths. Modernity or absurdity. Sharing with you, this short (13-minute) Youtube video of DZXL news program/discussion with Atty. Claire Castro, re the PUV Modernization Program — for added / important enlightenment of your readers regarding the issue. Please watch it fully. PUV MODERNIZATION PROGRAM– PÀMATÁY SA MARALITANG PILIPINO?! PINIPILIT ANG MGA DRIVERS NA […].....»»
DOT To Launch Tourism Program for OFWs
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) have teamed up for the Balik Bayani sa Turismo program, recognizing the key role OFWs play in boosting the Philippine economy. Aligned with the National Government’s OFWs Reintegration Program, it focuses on providing livelihood and financial literacy opportunities through tourism training for OFWs and their […].....»»
Xurpas aims to become top AI enabler in Philippines
Listed technology company Xurpas Inc. is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) through its new AI and data science unit, Xurpas AI Lab (XAIL)......»»