The Department of Finance (DOF) remains optimistic that Congress will pass this year the remaining tax reform packages that aim to reform the property valuation system and simplify capital market taxation. After the legislature was able to act on a slew of economic liberalization bills in 2021,...
Gen. Andres Centino, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), it was confirmed on Friday, Jan. 7. Gen. Andres Centino, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, attends President Duterte's "Talk to the People"...
President Duterte told members of the New People's Army (NPA) to not take the cash aid that the government is giving to the people amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, saying they should just "stand aside" if they can't be of any help. President Rodrigo Duterte (Malacañang photo)...
Being in nature, reconnecting with the wisdom of the land, and eating healthy food, fresh from the farm—what more can you ask for? I was able to experience these when I spent a month in the Stanford Hall Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm in Leicestershire, United Kingdom—living off the...
57481 The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) extended a P700-million, seven-year, syndicated term loan to Science Park of the Philippines Inc. (SPPI) to finance current and future expansion projects as well as capital expenditures. The bank expects an influx of locators into industrial parks...
Group assures adequate biodiesel supply By Myrna M. Velasco The Philippine Biodiesel Association (TPBA) assured that there is more than enough supply to meet the expected surge in demand should the long-delayed coco-biodiesel upshift to B5 (5 percent biodiesel blend) happen. TPBA said their...
Love our own, harness the power of our local plants Good skin starts with a good skincare routine. It's part of your habit and your attitude in relation to how you take care of yourself. And whether you're the type to spend a good 15 minutes to slather on all your favorite skincare products or...
Big Kahuna Hawaiian Just when you thought Angel’s Pizza was done after the life-changing Creamy Spinach Dip pizza we have all come to know and love, they are back at it again with two new flavors, namely the Big Kahuna Hawaiian and the Triple Threat. Now we all know that pineapple on pizza is...
Why I helped create a modern gifting experience that champions local Filipino products By Ieth Inolino Idzerda THE NEW BALIKBAYAN BOX Mithi & Co. features artisanal and locally sourced products directly available to your loved ones in the Philippines. We want your family and friends to...
The Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP) said it is closely coordinating with the government on pharmaceutical security as some areas in Metro Manila are experiencing shortage of supply of certain paracetamol brands following the surge in COVID cases. PHAP “We are...
Resolute in its determination to advance and intensify its presence, Foton Philippines Inc. (FMPI) concludes 2021 with strengthened fleet partnerships across multiple industries. Covering fleet clients ranging from start-up businesses, small to medium enterprises (SMEs), all the way to big,...
At least 85 percent of patients in the Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP) are unvaccinated, a physician from the hospital said Tuesday, Jan. 4. (Photo from Lung Center of the Philippines) In an interview with TeleRadyo, Dr. Norberto Francisco, a pulmonary medicine specialist, said a steady rise...
