The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) issued a warning regarding the popular trend known as the "bill reveal challenge" circulating on social media. In a statement, Meralco emphasized the potential risks associated with sharing electric bills on social media platforms, as it could expose the personal...
After being denied a grant under former president Duterte’s administration, the US foreign aid agency Millennium Challenge Corp. (MCC) is again extending its hands to the Philippines as it sees the country is on the “right pathway forward.” MCC Chief Executive Officer Mary Albright said that...
The Marcos administration is seeking financial support from a US foreign aid agency to bolster its efforts to combat corruption and enhance revenue generation, the Department of Finance (DOF) said. Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said the Washington-backed Millennium Challenge Corp. (MCC) could...
The Art Directors Guild (ADG) announced the nominees for the 28th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards, which will be held on Feb. 10 at the Ray Dolby Ballroom, Ovation Hollywood. The awards will honor excellence in production design in theatrical motion pictures, television,...
The Millennium Challenge Corp. (MCC), a US foreign aid agency, said the Philippines has demonstrated renewed commitment to improve governance, human rights, and fighting corruption. In a statement, Alice Albrigh, MCC chief executive officer, said that Philippines has met threshold...
After a seven-year hiatus prompted by human rights concerns, the Washington-led Millennium Challenge Corp. (MCC) has decided to resume providing grants to the Philippines. In a statement, Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno said the US foreign aid agency that gives grant to developing countries...
MEETING OF THE MINDS Willment Leong, WORLDCHEFS continental director for Asia, speaks in a closed-door meeting with WORLDCHEFS' presidents The Philippines hosted this year’s WORLDCHEFS Asian Presidents Forum (WAPF), welcoming delegates and presidents from 16 member societies, two associate member...
Filipino racer Rainy Medina is eyeing to make it to the top level of the feeder series following a promising debut at the Tuason Racing Formula V1 Race Challenge last June. Rising Filipino racer Rainy Medina eyes to mak it to Formula 4. (Noel Pabalete) The 21-year-old driver made his professional...
EXCLUSIVE REPORT! Top Indonesian security pros and hackers together with tech masterminds unite to learn from a mind-blowing simulation attack! The stakes are high, and they’re not holding back! In a thrilling sequel to [Round...
Presidential Adviser on Poverty Alleviation Larry Gadon challenged Senator Risa Hontiveros to a "friendly debate" so they can measure each others' "quality of intelligence". Speaking before the media on Wednesday, Gadon extended his invitation to Hontiveros after the senator asked President...
MATAG-OB, Leyte – Over 80 bikers from all over Visayas joined the 1st Mayor's Cup Matag-ob Downhill Bike Challenge on Sunday, April 16. The participants competed in seven categories at Bondari Peak, the municipality's top tourist destination. The riders raced from the peak overcoming...
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) has enjoined the public to join the Department of Energy (DOE)'s Electric Bill Challenge and win "fun prizes" by the end of April. "Sumali na sa Electric Bill Challenge ng Department of Energy (DOE) at sama-sama tayong magtipid ng kuryente (Join the DOE's...
