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EcoWaste Coalition Calls Out Quezon City Stores Selling Toxic Cosmetics with Mercury
21 January 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition criticized some beauty product stores in Quezon City for their flagrant violation of the ban on skin-lightening products containing mercury, a health-damaging chemical.Despite the citywide ban adopted in 2018 through Ordinance No. 2767 ahead of the 2020 phase-out deadline for mercury-added cosmetics under the Minamata Convention.....»»
London museum seeks Taylor Swift superfan for advisory role
The V&A Museum in London is calling Swifties to apply for the role of 'Taylor Swift superfan adviser' to help its teams learn more about niche subjects and cultural trends.....»»
Top Industries for New Investors: A Beginner’s Handbook
Starting your investment journey is thrilling yet challenging. To guide you, focus on your goals, risk tolerance, and market trends. Success starts with picking the right industries. Explore these three beginner-friendly options for a solid start. 1. Technology Sector The tech sector, with companies like Apple and Amazon, offers growth potential. Spread your bets to […].....»»
BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»
IBM leads Google, Microsoft in race to next gen AI
Major players are vying for top position as Generative AI drives technology patent grants up by 16 percent in the last five years and applications by 31 percent, a new patent study on AI trends showed......»»
Hale’s comeback single is a blast from the past for fans
Alternative rock band Hale seems to be unfazed by the new trends in the music scene today......»»
New beginnings for ‘Beauty and the Biz’ host Joby Linsangan-Moreno
Host-entrepreneur Joby Linsangan-Moreno has admitted to feeling “disappointed yet relieved” upon learning that the airing of Kapamilya show “Beauty and the Biz” Season 3 will no longer push through due to unforeseen circumstances......»»
New beginnings for ‘Beauty and the Biz’ host Joby Linsangan-Moreno
Host-entrepreneur Joby Linsangan-Moreno has admitted to feeling “disappointed yet relieved” upon learning that the airing of Kapamilya show “Beauty and the Biz” Season 3 will no longer push through due to unforeseen circumstances......»»
Megan Young nasa India na, nakasamang muli ang Miss World winners
NAKARATING na ang actress-beauty queen na si Megan Young sa Mumbai, India para sa 71st Miss World coronation night. Sa kanyang Instagram posts ay ibinahagi niya ang mga larawan niya na kuha habang isinasagawa ang rehearsals para sa naturang international beauty pageant. “Rehearsals today for @missworld [emoji] feeling cute, won’t delete later,” saad ni Megan.....»»
Celeste Cortesi ayaw nang mag-join sa beauty pageant: ‘It’s not for me’
NAGSALITA nang tapos si Miss Universe Philippines 2022 Celeste Cortesi – hindi na raw siya sasali sa kahit anong beauty pageant sa Pilipinas. Nakachikahan namin si Celeste sa naganap na grand mediacon ng Kapuso action series at sitcom na “Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis” last January 26, kung saan isa nga siya.....»»
IN PHOTOS: The beauty that is Bantayan Island
SANTA FE, CEBU, Philippines – Nestled like a hidden gem in the crystal clear waters of the Tañon Strait and the Visayan Sea, Bantayan Island stands as an enchanting reminder of the natural beauty of the Cebu Province. Renowned for its pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant local culture, Bantayan Island is a.....»»
EA, Cheska and Matt recall learning the ropes of ‘Bubble Gang’ comedy
As any show keeps up with the times and trends, it has to offer new segments as well as add new talents to its existing lineup......»»
Tastesetters Victors Night celebrates innovations in the F& B industry, reveals food trends forecast
Tastesetters believes that food is a work of art, which is why they have chosen the famed Yuchengco Museum to be the setting of the event. By putting together complex flavors and intricate plating techniques, gastronomic masterpieces were created to surprise and delight the senses......»»
Sprout Solutions brings back SaaScon PH ‘24, spotlights AI s rising influence
Human resource technology provider Sprout Solutions brought back SaaScon PH ‘24, showcasing the latest trends, technologies and strategies shaping the future of business-to-business software as a service......»»
Hitting Pause Continuously Purchasing Wants
We’ve all been there – that insatiable “need” to buy that new iPhone, that new collection from your favorite fast fashion brand, or other trends we see in social media that are not really “needs” to begin with. The urge to splurge on that trendy new gadget or the latest fashion craze is a constant […].....»»
Gov t cuts growth target to 6%-7% — NEDA
In a press briefing with the members of the press on Thursday, Balisacan said that the country's economic growth target had been revised following a careful consideration of factors such as the global economic slowdown, rising oil prices and inflation trends......»»
Philippines sees increase in hotel bookings from overseas in 2023 — report
Hotel bookings from overseas rose in the Philippines in 2023, a report on hotel booking trends by hotel channel manager SiteMinder found......»»
Belo Medical Group leads in pioneering beauty booster Profhilo in Philippines; receives top award
Dr. Vicki Belo's dedication to pioneering the beauty treatment in the country has led the Belo Medical Group to receive Neoasia’s prestigious Platinum Award as the #1 in Profhilo in the country......»»
First-ever AI beauty pageant ikinasa na, ang premyo halos P750,000
IBANG level na talaga ang teknolohiya, lalo na pagdating sa artificial intelligence o ‘yung tinatawag nating AI. Maliban kasi sa ChatGPT na usong-usong gamitin ng madlang pipol ngayon, nauuso na rin ang AI-generated online influencers na gayang-gaya ang itsura ng isang tunay na tao. At dahil nga diyan, ikinasa na ang kauna-unahang beauty pageant na.....»»
Iza Calzado recalls ‘Beauty Queen’ trauma; why she didn’t join pageants
“Numerous times,” Iza laughingly said when Philstar.com asked if somebody told her she should have joined a beauty contest......»»