Senate President Vicente "Tito" Sotto III said on Wednesday, March 25, that all senators are expected to respond to any special session that President Marcos may call amid the oil crisis caused by the Middle East conflict. "I will if needed. Not at the moment but I’m sure they are aware of...
President Marcos’ declaration of a state of national energy emergency was a timely preemptive strike against volatile global crude markets rather than a delayed reaction, according to private sector economists, who warned that Filipino consumers must still prepare for a prolonged period of...
The Real Estate Brokers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (REBAP), together with the REBAP-Quezon City Chapter, proudly presents the REBAP Real Estate Fair 2026 on March 27, 2026 at Risen Garden, Quezon City Hall. Registration begins at 7 a.m. This dynamic fair is designed to bring together...
The Real Estate Brokers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (REBAP), in partnership with the REBAP-Quezon City Chapter, proudly announces its first National General Membership Meeting on March 28, 2026, under the theme, “Bridges of Innovation: Building Impact Through Tradition and Technology."...
For the first time in the four-decade-old history of the Balikatan Exercises, Japanese troops will participate in the most prominent drills between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and United States military, signaling a significant shift in the country’s defense partnership with allies...
There is likely a whole encyclopedia and countless books written about business. However, as a quick guide and reminder, simply think of the ABCs: Awareness, Buffer, and Continuity. Awareness means knowing the environment in which you operate. This includes your customers, competitors, the...
The Shareholders’ Association of the Philippines (SharePHIL) threw its weight behind the regulatory proposal to cap the tenure of broker directors at the national bourse, adding momentum to a reform aimed at curbing board entrenchment. SharePHIL, an advocacy group for minority investors, said in...
President Marcos has approved the adoption of a three-term school calendar for public schools beginning School Year 2026–2027, as part of efforts to improve learning continuity and outcomes. The directive followed the recommendation of the Economic and Development Council during its eighth...
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos received a special distinction award from the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (La Cámara) during the La Fiesta 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Taguig City on March 18. The recognition was conferred as part of the chamber’s annual gathering that...
The Senate closed up a productive first quarter marked by key legislative initiatives geared towards enhancing government efficiency. Adjourning its session on Wednesday, March 19, among notable accomplishments during the first three months of the year, the Senate passed key measures expanding...
We carefully plan our vacations, business trips, and even weekend getaways. Yet, who knows when we will take that “inevitable journey” of no return? If we don’t know when it will happen, how do we plan for it? A recent experience shared by my good friend Veronica “Onnie” Lorenzana (of...
A bill that is seen to address the impact of rising global oil prices inches closer to being felt by Filipinos after the Senate approved it on third and final reading on Tuesday, March 17. Voting 17-0-0, the Upper Chamber approved Senate Bill No. 1982 or An Act Authorizing the President to Suspend...
