New skywalk along Tamiya now open to public use
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu —The new skywalk along Tamiya, Barangay Basak in Lapu-Lapu City, constructed to alleviate traffic congestion in the area, was opened for public use yesterday. The inauguration of the P11.8 million skywalk, also aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety, took place at 4 p.m. on March 13, 2024. The project, funded by Congresswoman Cindi.....»»
DepEd mourns death of Grade 10 student, asks public to stop sharing rumors
DepEd did not state the cause of death but said that psychosocial interventions have been provided by the school's Child Protection Committee (CPC) to the "affected peers and teachers close to the said learner." .....»»
Ben& Ben releases Comets, explains 4-year launch delay
Original Pilipino Music (OPM) band Ben&Ben released their new single "Comets.".....»»
SM adding new malls, eyes more solar rooftop
The SM Group is beefing up its network of shopping malls with the opening of SM City Caloocan this week......»»
State subsidies drop by 8 percent to P20 billion in Q1
The government cut down its budgetary support to state-run firms by eight percent to almost P20 billion in the first quarter, with the bulk of the subsidies meant to support the agriculture sector......»»
GCash’s new feature shows carbon reduced by doing digital transactions
Finance app and cashless ecosystem GCash has announced its newest update, Green Transaction Alerts, which allows users to see the grams of carbon they reduced by digitally sending money and doing bank transfers......»»
House moves to repeal 64-year-old midwifery law
The House of Representatives approved on second reading late last week a new measure that will give more life to the midwifery industry in the country, by way of repealing two old laws, one of which took effect 64 years ago......»»
Navy installs WPS defender as the new NFWM commander
Navy installs WPS defender as the new NFWM commander.....»»
Landbank income improves by 11 percent in Q1
The net income of state-run Land Bank of the Philippines increased by 11 percent to P12 billion in the first quarter from P10.8 billion in the same quarter last year, mainly driven by high interest income from loans......»»
NEDA to conduct review of tariff structure
The government is set to present a new tariff structure for agricultural products and electric vehicles to the National Economic and Development Authority Board chaired by President Marcos next month......»»
Divide and conquer: China’s tactical gambit
There has been no let-up in China’s campaign of disinformation and misinformation, claiming that secret deals were made like a supposed “gentleman’s agreement” over the West Philippine Sea. It would seem this is China’s new game plan in our country......»»
International Nurses Day: Better wages sought
A nurse’s group is calling attention to the worsening state of nurses, who are overworked and underpaid, as International Nurses Day is commemorated today......»»
New Naval Forces Western Mindanao chief assumes post
The naval forces in Western Mindanao has a new commander......»»
Chemicals in Car Interiors may Cause Cancer, and Theyre Required by US Law
A new study conducted in 2017 has revealed concerning findings about the impact of flame retardants on the intelligence and health of children and adults.....»»
Climate change erodes education outcomes: World Bank
Washington [US], May 11 (ANI/WAM): A new World Bank policy note presents latest evidence on how climate change is eroding education outcomes, including through increased school closures, and what to do about it. Over the past 20 years, schools were closed during around 75 percent or more of the extreme weather events that impacted 5 million people or more. It's now common for a country to close their schools multiple time.....»»
Mother s Day: Maxine Medina, Angelica Panganiban recall times they were going to be moms
Actress Angelica Panganiban and beauty queen-designer Maxine Medina may be fairly new to motherhood but they are already cherishing every bit of it......»»
Apple Apologizes for Crush iPad Pro Ad, Wont Put It on TV
Apple faces backlash over new M4 iPad Pro ad Apple recently introduced its new M4 iPad Pro models with a controversial ad that has sparked.....»»
Targets Pride month merchandise to be available in select stores following backlash last year
Target, a popular retail chain, has announced that their new Pride collection will only be available in select stores. The collection includes adult apparel, home,.....»»
NGO to Marcos admin: Surface Mindanao labor organizer a month into abduction
The Center for Trade Union and Human Rights (CTUHR) called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration to surface veteran Mindanao labor organizer William Lariosa after being allegedly abducted by state agents last April 10......»»
DoubleDragon equity may exceed P100 billion this year
DoubleDragon Corp., the property developer chaired by tycoons Edgar “Injap” Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong, expects to hit a new milestone this year as it looks to surpass P100 billion in total equity for the first time......»»