Report: Philippines 2nd ‘happiest’ country in Southeast Asia
Ranking 53rd in the “2024 World Happiness Report”, the Philippines was only edged out by Singapore, which ranked 30th, as the top place in the Southeast Asian region......»»
Southeast Asian Police, Prosecutors Join Forces to Fight Scamdemic
Bangkok - Police and prosecutors across Southeast Asia are forging new ways of working together to thwart and pursue the sprawling criminal networks behind the online scam centers that have quickly taken root in the region, experts involved in the effort have told VOA.In a few short years, scamming hubs bilking billions of dollars out of victims across the globe have set up shop in Cambodia, Laos, the Philippine.....»»
Southeast Asian Police, Prosecutors Join Forces to Fight Scamdemic
Bangkok - Police and prosecutors across Southeast Asia are forging new ways of working together to thwart and pursue the sprawling criminal networks behind the online scam centers that have quickly taken root in the region, experts involved in the effort have told VOA.In a few short years, scamming hubs bilking billions of dollars out of victims across the globe have set up shop in Cambodia, Laos, the Philippine.....»»
Repression Increased in Asia in 2023, Human Rights Watch Says
Governments across Asia grew more repressive last year, emboldened by Western countries eager to curry favor with allies that might help check China's rise and taking increasingly brazen steps to silence their critics abroad, Human Rights Watch says in a new report.In its World Report 2024, launched Thursday morning in New York, the advocacy group takes stock of the human rights situation in more than 100 countr.....»»
Repression Increased in Asia in 2023, Human Rights Watch Says
Governments across Asia grew more repressive last year, emboldened by Western countries eager to curry favor with allies that might help check China's rise and taking increasingly brazen steps to silence their critics abroad, Human Rights Watch says in a new report.In its World Report 2024, launched Thursday morning in New York, the advocacy group takes stock of the human rights situation in more than 100 countr.....»»
2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023
The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»
Kathryn sa bonggang 28th birthday: ‘Thank you for making this my happiest!’
PARA sa box-office queen na si Kathryn Bernardo, ang bonggang party niya recently ay ang pinakamasayang kaarawan niya so far. Ito ang inihayag mismo ng Kapamilya actress sa kanyang latest Instagram post, kalakip ang isang reel na ibinabandera ang masasayang moments ng pagdiriwang ng kanyang 28th birthday na ginanap sa isang yate habang nasa El.....»»
Franchise Asia Philippines expo returns this April
All is set for Franchise Asia Philippines 2024 Expo, Asia’s biggest franchise show and the country’s most awaited business opportunities event, on April 12 to 14 at the SMX Conve.....»»
153,000 aliens took part in 2024 Annual Report – BI
OVER 153,000 foreign nationals took part in this year’s annual report by aliens who are holders of immigrant and non-immigrant visas in country. This was learned from Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco himslef, as he disclosed that a total of 153,651 foreigners participated in the 2024 Annual Report which started on January 1, […].....»»
Aboitiz InfraCapital’s West Cebu Estate Earns Recognition as ‘Best Industrial Development in Asia’ at Asia Property Awards
In its inaugural appearance at PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Economic Estates’ West Cebu Estate clinched the prestigious title of “Best Industrial Development in Asia.” This recognition shines a spotlight on Balamban, Cebu, establishing it as a vibrant global investment hub. The achievement is attributed to the strong economic and social development fostered […].....»»
Canada is safest country to visit in 2024, report
If you’re in the United States, the safest destination to include on your travel bucket list may not be too far away — Canada, named by a new report as the safest country to visit in 2024. What makes a country or place safe to travel? As trend evolves, so is the answer to this.....»»
Philippines leads Asean in vehicle output growth in 2023
The Philippines emerged as the fastest-growing country in Southeast Asia in terms of motor vehicle production in 2023 as it registered a 19.7 percent increase......»»
Hotel Sogo, Victoria Court trending among Filipinos before Valentine’s Day, report
MANILA, Philippines — Hotel chains Hotel Sogo and Victoria Court trended among Filipinos in the days leading up to Valentine’s Day this year, with the former garnering over two million reach on social media, a social listening report revealed. A report from Capstone-Intel released on February 14 showed that Filipino social media users loved to.....»»
NAIA 4th worst in Asia, Middle East for business travel
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport has been named as the fourth worst gateway in Asia and the Middle East by business class travelers, trailing its Southeast Asian counterparts that were adjudged as some of the best in the continent......»»
Congressmen: Advanced economies amend their constitutions
From the United States up to Asia and Southeast Asia, advanced economies have had changes in their constitutions to keep their laws attuned to the evolving times, which paid off in terms of being global leaders in the community of nations, according to several congressmen......»»
Samar to host SE Asia’s first tidal power plant
The first tidal power generation plant in Southeast Asia will be built in the remote island of Capul in Northern Samar, along the San Bernardino Strait, an area well-known for its strong marine currents......»»
Filipino pugs plunge back into training for 2nd Olympic qualifiers
There's no rest for the weary as the Association of Boxing Alliances in the Philippines (ABAP) already laid out plans for its coming campaign in the 2nd World Qualification Tournament set in Bangkok, Thailand from May 23 to June 3......»»
Philippines Michelle Arceo wins as Miss Reina Hispanoamericana 2nd runner-up
Philippine bet Michelle Arceo has been named 2nd runner-up at the recently concluded 32nd edition of Reina Hispanoamericana......»»
Top 10 e-commerce sites in the Philippines 2019 - ASEAN UP
With a dynamic economy and a large population proficient with digital technologies, the Philippines is a fast-growing market for e-commerce in Southeast Asia. Several websites and digital applications are already fighting for market share, with global, regional and national players. The growing connectivity of the Philippines, rapidly overcoming the countrys infrastructure difficulties, enable more and Continue reading &q.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 5
MANILA -- Philippine troops on Monday killed two suspected rebels in a clash in Masbate, an island province in the central Philippines, a military report said. The report said the fighting broke out between troops and around 10 New People's Army (NPA) insurgents around 7 a.m. in a village in Cawayan town. The gunfight resulted in the killing of the two rebels, and no soldier was killed or wounded in the clash, i.....»»
PNP chief vows to intensify anti-crime efforts
After a recent survey showed that the Philippines is the third safest country in Southeast Asia, the Philippine National Police yesterday vowed to intensify anti-criminality operations and strengthen partnerships with communities......»»