Such an obvious trap
While watching a press conference in Congress inviting senators to debate over AI or the artificial initiative falsely referred to as PI or people’s initiative, my immediate reaction was: It’s a trap! Then I remembered a verse in the Bible that accurately sums up the situation......»»
Marcos- No water cannons vs China - The Manila Times
(UPDATE) PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday ruled out installing water cannons on Philippine ships sailing through the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and said the country would not respond in kind to recent Chinese attacks on its vessels. "What we are doing is defending our sovereign rights and our sovereignty in the WPS and we have no intention of attacking anyone with water cannons or any such offensive (equipment.....»»
ADB: Carbon tax has potential in Philippines
The possibility of a carbon tax has potential in the Philippines, but such a measure must be market-driven and appropriate for the needs of a country still heavily reliant on fossil fuels......»»
No ban on US beef, dairy despite bird flu
The Philippines will not ban the importation of cattle products such as beef and milk from the United States as regulators maintain that these products are safe to consume amid bird flu cases in the US dairy herd......»»
DepEd urges indoor end-of-school ceremonies
As the extreme heat is expected to continue this month, the Department of Education (DepEd) has advised all schools nationwide to hold their end-of-school-year or EOSY rites, such as graduation and moving-up ceremonies, indoors......»»
DA to tap buffer fund for stockpile of products
The Department of Agriculture is planning to use its buffer fund to build stockpiles of “sensitive” products such as rice and pork to ensure public access to affordable food in the market......»»
Pop-up Shop or Brick and Mortar Store?
For entrepreneurs, selecting the right retail shop type can make or break their business, as there are a plethora of factors to consider when selecting one such as financial capability, portability, longevity. While brick-and-mortar stores have long been the established model, the rise of pop-up shops offers a dynamic and flexible alternative. So which path […].....»»
Manila accuses Beijing of dangerous manoeuvres in South China Sea - South China Sea
Philippines says vessels were damaged and four people injured after Chinese boats caused two collisions The Philippines has accused China of dangerous manoeuvres in the disputed South China Sea that damaged its vessels and left four Filipinos with minor injuries, warning such action had put lives at risk. The Philippines said Chinese coastguard and maritime militia vessels had caused two collisions, which led to superfici.....»»
Michelle Dee describes ideal shoes as Jimmy Choo’s Made-to-Order service returns
The famed Made-to-Order service of London luxury fashion house Jimmy Choo has returned to the Philippines – perfect for would-be brides – and even for singles just looking for a bling for a night out – such as Michelle Dee......»»
Metro Retail Earns PHP618 Million in 2023; Continues Initiatives for Growth
For the full year 2023, Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) reported an aggregate net income of PhP618.0 million vs PhP917.3 million in 2022, a slippage of 32.6%. In terms of core net income which excludes one-time gains such as accounting adjustment on leases and insurance claims in 2022, the Company’s earnings were down only […].....»»
Best-served vegetables and fruits to reduce the risk of hypertension
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a health issue most people experience given the constant rise in today’s temperature. Since the raging heat is not calming anytime soon, it is best that healthy alternatives, such as consuming vegetables and fruits with natural nutrients that can aid in reducing the risk of hypertension, be.....»»
International agency executives’ immunity covers only official duties – SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that the immunity granted to officials and personnel of international organizations, such as the Asian Development Bank, only covers official activit.....»»
Luis Manzano sa kanyang 43rd birthday: Mas sumarap pa!
“THANK you for being such a good husband and father,” ang bahagi ng birthday message ni Jessy Mendiola para sa kanyang mister na si Luis Manzano. Nitong nagdaang Linggo, April 21, ay nag-celebrate ng kanyang 43rd birthday ang Kapamilya TV host-comedian kasama ang kanyang pamilya. Baka Bet Mo: Luis Manzano, Jessy Mendiola plano na nga.....»»
Guest Opinion: Destabilizing South China Sea is U.S. strategic objective
by Koh King Kee Tensions are heating up in the South China Sea as the standoff between Chinese and Philippine Coast Guards at Ren'ai Jiao continues. Most notably, the U.S. Army has recently deployed its new Typhon mid-range ground-based missile launcher to Luzon, the Philippines. This marked the first deployment of such a missile system by the United States following its withdrawal from the Intermediate-R.....»»
D& L cements lead in plastic upcycling technologies
D&L Industries Inc. has cemented its position as the first and only company in the Philippines to offer technologies that bring new life into plastics that are considered as low value or non-recyclable, such as single-use plastics......»»
Lab Notes | El Niño 2024: another disaster, another government failure
Since disasters always include human components, there is nothing natural about it. Therefore, there is no such thing as a “natural” disaster; there was a human failure somewhere in how social, economic, and political systems were set up. The post Lab Notes | El Niño 2024: another disaster, another government failure appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Husband Appreciation Day: Learn how this young Cebuana wife appreciates her husband
On April 20, the United States celebrates Husband Appreciation Day to encourage women to show their husbands some love and much-deserved appreciation. In these changing times, it’s a struggle to perpetuate such a holiday when people carefully tread on what the world has learned about problematic gender roles and dismantle them. When we ask traditional.....»»
SM Offices leverages proptech strategies to better serve tenant-partners
SM Offices, a division of SM Prime, is one of the leading developers in the country that is actively leveraging on such technologies—taking great pride in the proptech solutions it utilizes to slash energy consumption and revolutionizing its space solutions to become more sustainable......»»
Ban on e-trikes strictly enforced starting today
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority would strictly enforce a ban on light electric vehicles such as tricycles and bicycles starting today, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said yesterday......»»
Vulnerable individuals urged to avoid airport welcome, send-offs at airports
The Manila International Airport Authority called on friends and family members of departing and arriving passengers to reconsider bringing vulnerable individuals such as children, senior citizens and pregnant women as well as those with medical conditions, to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport for farewell and greetings amid the heat being experienced in the country......»»
Iana Bernardez napi-pressure maging anak ni Angel Aquino
MALAKING karangalan but at the same time ay pressure din para kay Iana Bernadez ang maging anak ni Angel Aquino na isang magaling na aktres. “It’s such an honor po to be her daughter,” proud na pahayag ng dalaga sa aming interbyu. “Well, pag nasasabing… dahil po siguro hindi ako nag-come in to the industry […] The post Iana Bernardez napi-pressure maging anak ni Angel Aquino appeared first on Pinoy Parazzi......»»