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EDITORIAL – Improving the plight of workers

The government is not expected to announce a nationwide wage increase as Labor Day is marked today. A populist initiative in the Senate to legislate a hefty wage increase nationwide has failed to gain traction at the House of Representatives, amid calls from all business groups to leave wage-setting to the regional tripartite wages and productivity boards – the mechanism provided by law......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

SSS taps Metrobank to manage P1.5 billion fund

Social Security System (SSS), the state-pension fund, has selected Metrobank Trust, the trust banking arm of the Ty-led Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) to manage a P1.5 billion balanced fund......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

RTWPB 7 to hold public hearing for Kasambahay wage hike

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB)-7 will hold a public hearing on April 7 for the increase of the minimum wage for “Kasambahay” or housemaids. The public hearing will be held at the Grub Hub Food Park, Belmont One, Barangay Upper Calajoan in Minglanilla town. The activity will start.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Diageo taps K-pop star Suho to promote responsible drinking

Diageo Philippines announced the launch of a new regional responsible drinking campaign in Asia Pacific with Suho of K-Pop boy group EXO, to promote responsible and moderate alcohol consumption......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Why Business Should Start Investing in the Mental Well-Being of Their Employees

The pandemic has triggered waves of anxiety, uncertainty, and financial strain, impacting the mental health of millions of employees. Poor mental health leads to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and strained work relationships. With that said, it is crucial to address employees’ mental health issues to have a thriving workspace. Encourage Open Communication and Supportive Culture […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

GSIS taps Maya for payments

State-run pension fund Government Service Insurance System is expanding its payment channels through a partnership with digital bank Maya Bank Inc......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

PLDT taps ACEN for renewable shift

Telco leader PLDT Inc. is doubling down on efforts to mitigate its carbon emissions, tapping the help of ACEN Corp. in switching dozens of facilities to renewable energy......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

EDCOM 2 taps ‘outstanding’ teachers for solutions to learning gaps

A congressional body tasked with crafting legislative solutions to long-standing problems in education has tapped award-winning educators to provide insights on how to improve learning and teaching standards across the nation’s schools......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Viva Films’ sister company taps Japan’s 7 Samurai Iron Chefs

Botejyu Philippines, a restaurant owned by Viva International Food & Restaurants Inc., an affiliate company of Viva Entertainment Group, has recently partnered with Japan’s 7 Samurai Iron Chefs......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Vista Land brews up new coffee venture

The Villar Group of Companies is further capitalizing on Manila’s caffeine culture with the launch of Coffee Project Co-Lab, designed to be a haven for coffee enthusiasts who could use a safe and cozy space conducive to both productivity and leisure......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Ayala cooperative taps STAR to promote media literacy

In a bid to enhance media literacy and help expose the youth to truthful, credible news, Ayala Multi-Purpose Cooperative (Ayala Coop) and The Philippine STAR recently joined forces to implement the READISCOVER program in three pilot schools across the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Alliance Global taps Meralco’s MPower for clean energy

The local retail electricity supplier of Manila Electric Co.is set to supply clean energy to Alliance Global Group Inc. of tycoon Andrew Tan......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

GPS 2024: Over $20 billion to get transport back on track

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has released the draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport, outlining the Coalition Government's plan to build and maintain a transport system that enables people to get to where they need to go quickly and safely. "Over the next three years, our investment of around $7 billion per year prioritises economic growth and productivity, increased.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

GPS 2024: 15 new Roads of National Significance

The Coalition Government's priority for investment in the draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport is to support economic growth and productivity and ensure our land transport system allows people and freight to move quickly and safely, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says. "Delivering on commitments in our Coalition Agreements, we are re-introducing the successful Roads.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

The Art of Time Management for Small Business Owners

Time is a small business owner’s most valuable resource as for many, time is their best capital. With countless tasks to juggle and limited hours in the day, mastering the art of time management is essential for maximizing productivity and achieving business success. So how can small business owners effectively prioritize their time and tasks […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

P38 daily wage hike for Davao region workers

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 February) – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board-Davao Region (RTWPB-Davao) has approved a P38 daily increase for minimum wage earners in the region, to be implemented in two tranches starting next month. In an announcement released by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-Davao on February 19, it said […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

DA taps US biotech firm to address cecid fly problem

The Department of Agriculture is tapping a biotechnology company in the US to help the country eliminate cecid fly infestation in local mango farms......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Edsa People Power Revolution: Prayer rally planned in Cebu

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A prayer rally is set to happen in Cebu on Sunday, Feb. 25, to commemorate the Edsa People Power Revolution. Officials of the Cebu Coalition for Transparency, Accountability, Peace, and Security (TAPS), the lead convenor of the prayer rally, said that the gathering will be held at the Kasadya sa SRP.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Davao workers get pay hike

Minimum wage earners as well as household workers or kasambahay in Davao region will receive higher take-home pay after the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) approved their petition for a salary increase......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

EDITORIAL — Pandering

There’s a reason for the existence of the regional tripartite wages and productivity boards......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024