Dollar remittances hit record high
The strong finish in December due to the holiday season boosted dollars sent home by Filipinos abroad to reach an all-time high of $37.2 billion in 2023, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said......»»
SMC to manage NAIA
Today, the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will award the management for 15 years of the decrepit main Philippine gateway, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, to the winner of the bidding conducted last December by the Department of Transportation and Communications under Secretary Jaime Bautista......»»
Appreciating the Chinese-Filipinos
This year, the Lunar New Year, known more popularly as the Chinese New Year, was again declared a national holiday......»»
Kimson Tan gustong papakin ng mga beki; hindi pa kering magpakita ng pwet
MAS dumami pa ang mga bading na nagpapantasya at natatakam sa Kapuso actor na si Kimson Tan. Ito’y matapos ngang bumandera sa social media ang mga litrato niyang naka-swimwear kasama ang mga kapwa Sparkle artists na sina Bruce Roeland at Migs Villasis. Ginawa ito ng tatlong Kapuso actors para sa December 2023 issue ng isang.....»»
Perks of Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Family
Valentine’s Day traditionally celebrates romantic love between two lovers, which is a profound aspect of human connection. However, another aspect of human relations that can be just as profound, if not more, often gets overlooked during this holiday: Familial love. In preparation for the upcoming season of love, let’s explore the importance of spending time.....»»
MSU bombing mastermind killed in Lanao military ops
The Armed Forces of the Philippines yesterday confirmed the death of the leader of terrorist group Dawlah Islamiyah, who masterminded the bombing of Mindanao State University in December last year......»»
A quick look at the week ahead
Now that the holiday-shortened week is behind us, we actually have a little action on the PSE to look forward to within the context of a bullish trend on the stock market more generally......»»
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino Welcomes the Year of Wooden Dragon with a Blast
Enriched with the Lunar New Year spirit, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino celebrated the Chinese holiday with an energetic Wushu performance, a Lion and Dragon dance, and the prosperity tossing of Yee Sang on February 9, 2024. Officially opened by Bryan Lasala, the establishment’s Resident Manager and Officer-in-Charge for Hotel Operations, the gathering exhibited.....»»
What’s gov’t’s next move on peace talks resumption?
At the start of December 2023, I wrote in this space that “an atmosphere of optimism pervaded the nation.” It was spurred by the joint announcement by the government and the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) of an agreement to return to peace negotiations, possibly to begin in the first quarter of 2024......»»
Japan: Yokohama aims for tourism boost, sustainability with Smart City initiatives
Tokyo [Japan], February 8 (ANI): Nestled in the heart of Japan, Yokohama stands as a coveted tourist destination, captivating visitors with its allure. With a vision for sustainable growth, the city now aims to enhance its charm and appeal by embracing smart initiatives, fostering a more sustainable and intelligent urban experience. To realise this vision, Yokohama City organised the Y-Ship global event in December last y.....»»
Japan: Yokohama aims for tourism boost, sustainability with Smart City initiatives
Tokyo [Japan], February 8 (ANI): Nestled in the heart of Japan, Yokohama stands as a coveted tourist destination, captivating visitors with its allure. With a vision for sustainable growth, the city now aims to enhance its charm and appeal by embracing smart initiatives, fostering a more sustainable and intelligent urban experience. To realise this vision, Yokohama City organised the Y-Ship global event in December last y.....»»
Meet Bigfoot chicken that roams Vietnam dining tables during Tet
Known for their strangely large feet, Dong Tao chicken has for generations been a delicacy in Vietnam and mostly consumed during the Lunar New Year holiday.....»»
Meet Bigfoot chicken that roam Vietnam dining tables during Tet
Known for their strangely large feet, Dong Tao chicken has for generations been a delicacy in Vietnam and mostly consumed during the Lunar New Year holiday.....»»
Jobless rate declines to 3.1 percent in December
The country recorded its lowest unemployment rate in nearly two decades as more jobs were made available during the holiday season......»»
Philippines jobless rate drops to decades-low in December 2023
MANILA, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- The unemployment rate in the Philippines decreased to 3.1 percent in December 2023, the lowest since 2005, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on Wednesday. "The full-year unemployment rate for 2023 was 4.3 percent compared to 5.4 percent in 2022," PSA head Dennis Mapa said at a press conference. Mapa said about 1.60 million were jobless in December last year. "This w.....»»
Philippines manufacturing output sustains growth in December 2023
MANILA, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in December 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Wednesday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased by 2.6 percent and 2 percent in December, respectively......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0830 GMT, Feb. 7
MANILA -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in December 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Wednesday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased by 2.6 percent and 2 percent in December, respectively. (Philippines-Manufac.....»»
BBM, Duterte threats and sleep deprivation
In December 2023, President Marcos Jr. scored an approval rating of 71 percent, up six points from 65 percent in October 2023, according to OCTA Research Group which polled 1,200 respondents during Dec. 10-14. Error margin was three percentage points, quite high, if you ask statisticians......»»
PH Inflation Sees Huge Dip in January 2024 Now at 2.8%
The country’s headline inflation has taken a significant dip, currently standing at 2.8%, according to the latest report from the Philippines Statistics Authority (PSA) released on February 6, 2024. According to PSA, this marks the lowest rate recorded since October 2020, showing a considerable drop from December 2023’s 3.9 percent and a noteworthy decrease from […].....»»
Unemployed Filipinos down to 1.6 million in December 2023 — PSA
National Statistician and PSA chief Claire Dennis Mapa reported that the number of unemployed persons ages 15 and above declined to 1.6 million in December 2023, down from 1.83 million in November 2023......»»