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PLDT, ABS-CBN call-off P6.75-B SkyCable deal

PLDT and ABS-CBN “mutually decided not to proceed with the sale of Sky Cable to PLDT under the sale and purchase agreement signed by and among the parties in March 2023.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Metro Pacific exploring purchase of Ayala Corp.’s LRT-1 stake

Back in mid-January, news broke that Ayala Corp. was looking to sell its 35% stake in Light Rail Manila Corp. to the Villar Group, but that AC’s co-investor, Metro Pacific Investments, had the right of first refusal under its shareholders agreement......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Capital One to Acquire Discover for $35 Billion in Merger of Major US Credit Card Companies

Capital One Financial has announced plans to purchase Discover Financial Services in a landmark deal valued at $35 billion. The acquisition, which will be an.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Ex-SAF chief liable in 2009 helicopter deal – SC

The Supreme Court reversed the ruling of the Court of Appeals that cleared former Philippine National Police-Special Action Force chief Leocadio Santiago Jr. over the purchase of three helicopters in 2009......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

So long to Sky Cable

News is out that Sky Cable will sign off by month’s end, making it the second major broadcast carrier and communications conglomerate to write 30 in as many months, after CNN Philippines last January. PLDT’s purchase of the cable provider has finally been approved by the concerned agencies, so Sky pay TV will transition to Cignal while still retaining its broadband service......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

NCSC wants senior booklet replacement

Saying the senior citizen’s purchase booklet no longer serves its purpose, the National Commission of Senior Citizens has recommended its replacement with a database that can be accessed by all participating merchants......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

DSWD plans to do away with seniors’ booklets

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Friday said it plans to do away with the purchase booklets that senior citizens use for record-keeping when availing themselves of discounts on medicines and other essential goods. A recent position paper by DSWD’s Program Management Bureau (PMB) proposes that the booklets—where drug store or supermarket staff note down.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

PCC clears Aboitiz purchase of local Coca-Cola company

The Philippine Competition Commission has cleared the Aboitiz Group’s acquisition of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc., paving way for the closing of the transaction by the end of the month......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Sandiganbayan acquits Binay matriarch of graft, malversation

The anti-graft court acquitted former Makati City Mayor Elenita Binay of graft charges over the alleged anomalous purchase of medical equipment amounting to P9.9 million in years 2000 and 2001. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Jayda proud na ibinandera ang 1st investment ngayong 2024: ‘My own condo unit!’

SUPER proud ang Kapamilya singer-actress na si Jayda Avanzado sa kanyang milestone ngayong nagsisimula pa lang ang taong 2024. Sa Instagram, masaya niyang ibinandera ang ibinili niyang condominium unit kalakip ang ilang selfies habang hawak-hawak ang susi ng kanyang bagong titirhan. “Starting the year with some fulfillment: my first big girl purchase & investment of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Zelenskyy says Philippines to participate in peace conference

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday the Philippines will take part in a peace conference hosted by Switzerland this month, and he thanked the Philippines for its support.After Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hosted Zelenskyy for talks at the presidential palace, Zelenskyy said on X that Ukraine plans to open an embassy in Manila this year."I am grateful to the Philippines for su.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

Zelenskyy says Philippines to participate in peace conference

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday the Philippines will take part in a peace conference hosted by Switzerland this month, and he thanked the Philippines for its support.After Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hosted Zelenskyy for talks at the presidential palace, Zelenskyy said on X that Ukraine plans to open an embassy in Manila this year."I am grateful to the Philippines for su.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

‘Dumaguete Doctrine’

The gentle yet patriotic people of Dumaguete City have spoken, the palace gods and local overlords be damned......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Labor

I was in Malacañang, the presidential palace, yesterday, May 1, to witness three major milestones:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

DOJ: Law enforcement, gov t execs assisting ICC probe to be held ‘accountable’

In a palace briefing on Thursday, DOJ spokesman Asec. Mico Calavano said that public officials and employees who will “cooperate” with the ICC probe may face administrative charges for breaching Republic Act No. 6713, also known as the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Palace declares Eid’l Fitr on April 10 Holiday

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Another long weekend is up on the horizon. This after the Malacañan issued Proclamation 514 declaring April 10, Wednesday as a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr or Feast of Ramadhan. READ MORE: LIST: Philippine holidays in 2024   Before the Feast of Ramadhan, Filipinos will also be observing another regular.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments

A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments

A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»

Category: CCCCCCSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Princess Kate praised for ‘extraordinary dignity’ after cancer diagnosis

LONDON – Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, and her husband Prince William have been “enormously touched” by the messages of support received since she announced her cancer diagnosis, a Kensington Palace spokesperson said on Saturday. Kate said on Friday she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy after tests done following her major abdominal surgery in January revealed cancer had.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

King Charles, leaders offer support to Princess of Wales after cancer announcement

LONDON — Britain’s King Charles, political leaders, and the US White House offered support to Kate, Princess of Wales, after she said tests following abdominal surgery showed cancer had been present and she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy. Buckingham Palace, on behalf of Britain’s King Charles “His Majesty (HM) is ‘so proud of Catherine for her.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024