Senator Richard Gordon on Friday expressed the belief that he is qualified to be the next president of the Philippines but is still pondering whether or not to pursue this possibility for the upcoming May 2022 national elections. Gordon said he believes it is imperative that those gunning for the...
The surge in coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases continues to overwhelm the country’s healthcare system, leaving hospitals scrambling to accommodate patients who need urgent medical attention. PH Red Cross / Manila Bulletin Recognizing the need for more health facilities in these challenging...
National Task Force (NTF) Deputy Chief Implementer and Testing Czar Vince Dizon said Metro Manila's positivity rate dropped to 17 percent due to the implementation of stricter community quarantines. (ALI VICOY / MANILA BULLETIN) In a virtual Palace briefing, Dizon attributed the decline to the...
Volkswagen is expanding its lineup with another new arrival, its latest global subcompact SUV, the T-Cross. First premiered in 2018, the T-Cross has already sold approximately 300,000 units worldwide. Marketed with the statement, “I am more than one thing,” the T-Cross aims to be just as...
Volkswagen Philippines is joining the bandwagon in the popular sports utility vehicle (SUV) market starting off with T-Cross, a subcompact SUV directly imported from China. Felipe Estrella, president of Ayala unit Automobile Central Enterprises, Inc. (ACEI), the exclusive importer and distributor...
The new collection celebrates Kenzo Takada, carrying his vision in a contemporary approach ODE TO TAKADA Kenzo creative director Felipe Bautista's current collection is 'an offering to Kenzo of all things he cherished.' The fashion world was taken aback by the passing of Kenzo Takada on Oct. 4 last...
Hybrids may be quite popular in other countries in the world, but in the Philippines, they have yet to win over discerning customers. Despite offering benefits like reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions, many buyers are still hesitant to give them a try. It’s likely because there’s still...
Changes coming to Volkswagen Philippines Written by Neil Pagulayan Volkswagen Philippines (VWPH) is optimistic about the future and setting on a vibrant, electric and energetic direction. The company discussed their local and global plans for 2021 with the media, with their theme, ‘Crossing Paths...
Travelers could have the option to take a saliva-based coronavirus test prior to domestic travel in case a local government unit (LGU) of destination decides to keep such health protocol, a Palace official said Thursday. (Photo by Jansen Romero / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) Cabinet Secretary...
The PBA is set to complete a partnership with the Philippine Red Cross for the vaccination and testing of its players and teams. PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said finer details are being finalized with the PRC chaired by Senator Richard Gordon in order for the league to secure vaccines from...
Cross my heart Text and photos by Eric Tipan As of late last year, the LTO said there are over 1.3 million private vehicles in the Philippines, and that’s not even counting the ones that aren’t registered yet, or weren’t able to because of COVID-19. Out of that lot, the DTI says only a measly...
Waves for Water outreach program at the Aeta community in Porac, Pampanga H&M Foundation extended a total of US$100,000 as emergency relief to Filipinos affected by typhoons "Rolly" and "Ulysses." The donation was given directly to Philippine Red Cross to meet the urgent needs of the 130,000...
