Extreme heat closing schools, widening learning gaps worldwide
Hena Khan, a ninth-grade student in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has struggled to focus on her studies this week as temperatures surpassed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in the capital city.'There is no real education in schools in this punishing heat,' she said. 'Teachers can't teach, students can't concentrate. Rather, our lives are at risk.'Khan is one of more than 40 million students who have been.....»»
Agribank now on LazMall
Agribusiness Rural Bank Inc., one of the most established and trusted rural banks in the Philippines, has announced the official launch of its official flagship store on Lazada Philippines’ LazMall, the country’s biggest online shopping mall......»»
PiVOT hosts gathering of clinical research players
Lopez-led PiVOT, the Philippines’ leading local contract research organization, celebrated recently its fifth anniversary by gathering in one venue in Manila key players shaping the future of clinical research in the country......»»
Cebu groups call for wage increase on Labor Day
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Holding big red flags and banners, demonstrators coming from various labor groups and people’s organizations in Cebu gathered as one unified group on Wednesday, May 1, to deliver a collective plea for laborers – a wage increase. The demonstrators gathered in downtown Cebu City at around 7:30 a.m. and walked to.....»»
Philippine hosting of FIVB world men s volley tilt gains full backing from First Lady
The Philippines’ solo hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025 took one giant stride after First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos vowed her full support during an historic organizational meeting in Malacañang on Tuesday......»»
San Beda, CEU clash in win-or-go-home for last PBA D-League finals slot
Marinerong Pilipino-San Beda and Centro Escolar University battle for one last time in a win-or-go-home semifinal Game 3 Thursday at the Ynares Sports Arena to dispute the right to challenge reigning champion EcoOil-La Salle in the 2024 PBA D-League Aspirants’ Cup......»»
Philippines accuses China Coast Guard of damaging its ship
Manila [Philipines], April 30 (ANI): Philippines on Tuesday accused the China Coast Guard fired water cannons at two of its vessels, causing damage to one of them, during a patrol near the hotly contested Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. It accused China of "dangerous maneuvers and obstruction" and reinstalling a barrier at the disputed Scarborough Shoal, which Beijing blockaded and seized from Manila in 2012, re.....»»
Keep an Eye on Your Subscriptions
Subscriptions have become an ingrained part of everyone’s lives as digitalization moves forward. From streaming services, fitness apps, to meal kits, and software that people use everyday, these recurring charges offer convenience and access to a variety of services. However, the ease of signing up often leads to a subscription creep, which no one wants. […].....»»
One chapter closes, another one begins in Gary V’s 40-year career
Gary Valenciano was pure energy personified at his three-hour “Pure Energy: One Last Time” concert, never leaving the stage from start to finish of what he described as the “season finale” of his 40th year as a performer......»»
DICT: Most gov t agencies failed to respond to cybersecurity warnings
Only around one out of 10 government offices recently notified by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) of a vulnerability in their cyber systems took action to protect themselves, Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian Day said on Tuesday. .....»»
May kapiling ka ng iba : Daniel Padilla curses while singing for 29th birthday
Kapamilya star Daniel Padilla celebrated his 29th birthday recently and went viral anew for cursing while performing one of his song numbers. .....»»
BSP’s ample dollar reserves to keep peso at bay – Nomura
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is one of the central banks in the region that has enough dollar buffers to defend its currency against the greenback, according to Japanese investment bank Nomura......»»
Local business tax exemption for registered enterprises: Who has the final say?
For a moment, imagine being in a position wherein you have multiple siblings and each of them are instructing you to do different things for one situation that requires a single solution......»»
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 […].....»»
Invest and own a piece of paradise with Jpark Island Resort Condotel
Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark. Mactan Cebu announces a grand investment opportunity with the launch of Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark. Mactan Cebu Condotel on April 24, 2024. The resort’s condotel investment opportunity consists of 355 units with guaranteed annual returns and a buy-back deal after 10 years. with an exit plan. The investment allows.....»»
Saudi Arabia’s Hosting of the 2034 FIFA World Cup: Challenges and Solutions
Saudi Arabia is gearing up for one of the most significant events in its history – the hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2034......»»
Daily Gospel, April 29
This is the Daily Gospel for today, April 29, 2024, which is the Monday of the fifth week of Easter. READ MORE: Daily Gospel, April 28 Daily Gospel, April 27 Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John 14, 21-26. Jesus said to his disciples: “Whoever has my commandments and observes them is the one.....»»
Tornadoes in Oklahoma kill 4
SULPHUR, Okla. — Tornadoes killed four people in Oklahoma and left thousands without power Sunday after a destructive outbreak of severe weather flattened buildings in the heart of one rural town and injured at least 100 people across the state. More than 20,000 people remained without electricity after tornadoes began late Saturday night. The destruction.....»»
No chicken, no joy?/Dr. Dilemma
Remember one Christmas when you couldn’t buy enough two-piece Chicken Joy?.....»»
BDO: No plan to buy stake in NAIA rehab
The country’s largest bank is confirmed to be one of the lenders that will fund the P170.6-billion rehabilitation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), but rejected any and all offers to be an investor in the project......»»