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Over one-third of children s food in Philippines are sugary: study

MANILA, May 23 (Xinhua) -- The number of overweight children in the Philippines has tripled since 2003 due to sugary children's foods, according to a study by UNICEF and the Consortium for Improving Complementary Foods in Southeast Asia released on Thursday. The study finds that over one-third of commercially produced packaged foods for children aged six months to three years in the Philippines contain added sug.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

The Fed s meeting notes: Lack of further progress on inflation

The US Federal Reserve (the Fed) [link] released the minutes of the meetings held by the Federal Open Markets Committee (FOMC), the body charged with making the decision on interest rates, and a reading of the minutes revealed concern by officials that “recent monthly data had showed significant increases in components of both goods and services price inflation”, and that “in recent months there had been a lack of further progress toward the Committee’s 2 percent objective.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

2 hurt as Cessna plane crashes in La Union

A pilot and his passenger, whose names have yet to be released by authorities, were injured after a 4-seater Cessna172 plane, with body number RP-C6923, crashed into the waters off Barangay Canaoay in San Fernando City, La Union on Tuesday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 21st, 2024

BFP gets P2.88 billion to boost emergency response

The Department of Budget and Management has released P2.88 billion to strengthen and modernize the government’s emergency response to fires......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

DBM releases P88 million for tobacco industry

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released P88 million to help boost the local tobacco industry......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 19th, 2024

Pag-IBIG releases P28 billion in home loans

The Home Development Mutual Fund, commonly known as Pag-IBIG, released a record P28 billion in housing loans in the first quarter for nearly 20,000 members......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 18th, 2024

Jobstreet by Seek launches free job posting feature for employers

In a press release, Jobstreet by Seek said it released a new feature, Free Lite Ads, which aimed to democratize access to hiring tools, providing employers the flexibility to post job openings anytime and for any role without worrying about budget constraints......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024

WATCH: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo in official Wicked trailer

Universal Pictures released the full theatrical trailer for "Wicked," starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, the first of a two-part film adaptation of the popular Broadway musical......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Cebu is 3rd favorite spot for local tourists

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu remains a favorite spot among tourists, especially local ones. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on May 14, 2024 released the results of their 2022 Household Survey on Domestic Visitors. In it, PSA revealed that Cebu remained one of the top 10 destinations for domestic travelers seeking leisure and vacation in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

2024 NFL schedule release: Live updates ahead of tonights full announcement

The anticipation for the 2024 NFL regular season is reaching new heights as the official schedule is set to be released this Wednesday. Fans can.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

LWUA’s takeover in MCWD ‘not valid,’ says OGCC

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) board of directors (BOD) have finally attained their “peace.” This was after the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC) released their clarificatory opinion and second opinion about the “partial takeover” and the appointment of the interim board of directors of the Local Water Utilities.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Ben& Ben releases Comets, explains 4-year launch delay

Original Pilipino Music (OPM) band Ben&Ben released their new single "Comets.".....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Terms of CARS extension issued within the year – DTI

Terms for the extension of an incentives program for vehicle manufacturing are expected to be released within the year, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

One of four Pinoy seafarers held by Iran freed

One of the four Filipino seafarers being held by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards has been released, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Kathryn Bernardo, Alden Richards among 2024 FAMAS nominees; Mallari leads with 14

The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences released its list of nominees for the 72nd FAMAS Awards, led by horror film "Mallari" with 14 nods......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

First batch of athletes to be feted in 38th SAC-SMB Cebu Sports Awards bared

The Sportswriters Association of Cebu has released the first batch of athletes who will take center stage in the eagerly anticipated 38th SAC-San Miguel Beer (SMB) Cebu Sports Awards, set to take place on May 26 at The Terraces of Ayala Center Cebu. The gala event will commence at 4 p.m. Special citations in basketball.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Groups hail SC decision granting amparo petition for ex-Bayan Muna solon

In the decision released on Tuesday, the Supreme Court said that red-tagging and guilt by association threatens an individual’s right to life, liberty and security......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

‘Mayo Uno 6’ protesters released from detention

Each activist was handed bail with an amount of P6000 for illegal assembly and P36,000 for a direct assault for a total of P42,000......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

PH Inflation Up To 3.8% in April 2024

The country’s headline inflation saw a slight uptick in April 2024, according to a report by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released on May 7, 2024. The said increase brings the cumulative inflation rate to 3.4% for January to April 2024, much lower than April 2023 at 6.6%. Factors Driving the Increase The surge in […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Majority of Filipinos see red tape, restrictive rules as top barriers to foreign investments — survey

A survey released by Pulse Asia on March 27 showed that 88% of Filipinos opposed moves to amend the Constitution. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024