Developer Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) is set to launch 17 residential projects this year in pursuit of its continued expansion into new areas in Visayas and Mindanao. On the back of strong sales in 2022, CLI Executive Vice President and COO Jose Franco Soberano said “We foresee an even more...
Cemex Holdings Philippines Inc. (CHP) reported a consolidated net loss of P1.0 billion for 2022, 238 percent lower than its P725.5 million profit in 2021, mainly as a result of lower sales and foreign exchange losses. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm said its consolidated...
The House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed on third and final reading the proposed Magna Carta on Religious Freedom Act, which is contained in House Bill (HB) No. 6492. (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) The measure prohibits the government or any person to burden, curtail, impinge or...
If there's a "best son-in-law award" out there, Cebu 5th district Rep. Vincent Franco "Duke" Frasco ought to win it, hands down. Cebu 5th district Rep. Duke Frasco (left) and Governor Gwen Garcia (Facebook) In a recent Facebook post, Rep. Frasco is seen in lending a hand in the "Caravan of...
Cebu 5th district Rep. Vincent Franco "Duke" Frasco had the very rare special opportunity of speaking with the His Holiness, Pope Francis at the Vatican in Rome. (Duke Frasco's Facebook) Frasco knew the conversation was going to be short, sweet, and transcendent, so he told the Pope what felt was...
Life on earth is replete with expenses--even on the day you die. (Rhodi Lopez/ Unsplash) Among the last things your family will ever buy for you is your coffin, or casket. And the fine-looking ones will always cost a pretty penny. Luckily, Cebu 5th district Rep. Vincent Franco Frasco filed a bill...
Cemex Holdings Philippines Inc. (CHP), recorded a net loss of P267 million for the first half of 2022 from a net income of P804 million in the same period last year, with a net loss of P528 million incurred during the second quarter. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm said...
The Philippines won two awards at the 52nd International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) held from July 10 to 17. Based on official results, the Philippines’ Franco Mari Cabral of the Philippine Science High School-Main bagged a bronze medal while Harold Scott Chua of the Philippine Science High...
Franco-Philippine restaurant included in the Michelin Guide for July Sharon and Jason Le Glatin This month, inspectors of the Michelin Guide welcomed 13 restaurants in France, from Barr in Alsace to Biarritz, to the prestigious catalog. Among the establishments now included in the guide is Maison...
Regent Seven Seas Cruises to elevate Sette Mari menu with new and refined recipes exemplifying a heritage of perfection Luxury ocean cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed highlights of a refined menu being developed for one of its most beloved restaurants, Sette Mari. The new...
The Philippines’ King of the Road makes an appearance in the Land Down Under There are many emblems that truly capture the Filipino spirit and among them is the jeepney . Dubbed as the Philippines’ “King of the Road,” this public utility vehicle has been in service for many years, helping...
The Diocese of Pasig has formally launched the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of known catechist Laureana “Ka Luring” Franco who offered her life serving the diocese and the poor. Laureana Franco (Facebook image) Pasig Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara made the announcement to coincide with...
