Marcos targets 10-fold increase in tourist arrivals for Philippines
The administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. plans on increasing the country's tourist arrivals by 10-fold as the Philippines aims to become the region's next "tourism behemoth.".....»»
Government urged to hike, fast-track power investments
The government should increase its investments in the power generation infrastructure and accelerate energy-related projects to address the country’s thinning electricity supply, a think thank said......»»
China warns Philippines against acts of infringement, provocation
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese defense spokesperson has warned the Philippine side not to take any rash action, and urged it to halt all acts of infringement and provocation. Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, made the remarks at a press conference Friday in response to a media inquiry about the Philippine president's recent claim that the country has no intention to pr.....»»
BVLGARI brings a new brand of opulence to NUSTAR Resort Cebu
After four years of planning, Italian luxury fashion house BVLGARI finally opens its doors to discerning Cebuano fashionistas at the NUSTAR Resort Cebu on May 10, 2024. This would be the third store the brand has in the country and the only one outside the capital (after the Greenbelt and Solaire branches). In a star-studded.....»»
LIST: Where to watch Miss Universe Philippines 2024 finals
The Miss Universe Philippines is set to crown the country's new queen on May 22 in Mall of Asia Arena. .....»»
Philippine volleyball gains full Palace backing
Malacanang has thrown its full support for five major international volleyball competitions the country is hosting for the second semester of the year, beginning with the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women’s Challenge Cup that kicks off on Wednesday, May 22, at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila......»»
EDITORIAL - Legalizing divorce
There’s a reason why women’s groups are among the biggest supporters of the legalization of divorce: women in this country typically get the short end of the stick in a marriage that has gone sour......»»
At least naalala niya : Vice Ganda quips on Showtime contestant s birth certificate
Vice Ganda showed that he keeps updated with the news and social issues in the country as seen in recent episodes of "It's Showtime.".....»»
Marcos Jr. won’t allow destabilizers during his watch
With rumors of an ouster plot swirling, President Marcos yesterday vowed not to allow any move to destabilize the government as he called on the military to remain loyal to the country......»»
DA eyes untapped West Philippine Sea areas to boost fish production
The Department of Agriculture is eyeing to develop untapped areas in the West Philippine Sea to boost the country’s fish production and lessen dependence on importation, a ranking official said yesterday......»»
Reinstated NFA employees to receive backpay
Employees of the National Food Authority whose suspension over the anomalous sale of the country’s rice buffer stock has been lifted by the Office of the Ombudsman will receive backpay upon their reinstatement, according to the NFA......»»
Disjointed
This is the reason why governance in this country often appears to be a self-defeating exercise: agencies arrive at decisions from their respective rabbit holes without looking at the larger picture......»»
Duty Free Philippines set to hold ‘biggest’ sale event for 37th anniversary
Duty Free Philippines Corporation, the country’s premier destination for duty- and tax-free shopping catering to international travelers and overseas Filipino Workers will celebrate its 37th anniversary this week with a sale event......»»
DA wants P35 billion budget for rice program next year
The Department of Agriculture is seeking a 15 percent increase in the budget of its national rice program next year to further boost local rice production and ensure country’s food st.....»»
PAGASA: Rainshowers, but still high temperatures today
The shearline and easterlies may bring rains over parts of the country today, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»
Civilian convoy sails towards Scarborough Shoal in West Philippine Sea
Civilians on board Philippine fishing boats sailed Wednesday towards a China-controlled reef off the Southeast Asian country to distribute provisions to Filipino fishermen and assert their rights to the disputed waterway......»»
DTCC hauls four gold medals in Albay
CEBU CITY, Philippines —The Dancesport Team Cebu City (DTCC) claimed four gold medals in the recently concluded 2nd Magayon Open Dancesport Competition and Philippine Dancesport Federation, Inc. (PDSFI) Ranking Point System in Legazpi City, Albay. DTCC was headed by Lark Jabonero and Justhel Kate Monteron, who won two gold medals in the Latin special event.....»»
CITEM recognizes best of Philippines food exports
The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions has recognized the best of the country’s food exports......»»
Guilty Verdict in High-Profile Kazakhstan Domestic Violence and Murder Case
A Kazakh court has delivered a guilty verdict in the high-profile trial of the country's former economy minister, Kuandyk Bishimbayev. On May 13, the court found Bishimbayev guilty of the torment and murder with extreme cruelty of his partner Saltanat Nukenova and sentenced him to 24 years in a maximum-security prison. Murder with extreme cruelty carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment, while torment carries a.....»»
CHR sees potential in new human rights coordinating body
In a statement, CHR Chairperson Richard Palpal-latoc said that an integrated government approach is crucial in addressing human rights issues in the country. .....»»