In a startling projection for 2025, insurance provider Willis Towers Watson anticipates an 18.3 percent rise in medical insurance costs in the Philippines. Consumer spending on healthcare here by 2029 is also forecast to reach 10.4 billion USD, or around ₱578 billion, according to Statista. These...
Consuming less than what we produce without putting the world at stake helps sustain our shared home. Be mindful of consumption habits and conserve what’s left. These goals gun for one objective—to help the Earth regain its natural balance. But did you know that sustainability isn’t limited...
On its second edition, the Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session gathered industry key officials and experts from the health sector to discuss developments and solutions in the delivery of primary healthcare in the country. In a video message, Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Teodoro...
A nation's progress hinges on the wellbeing of its people, yet the Philippine healthcare system continues to face critical challenges. Access to essential medical services remains difficult, especially for low-income families who shoulder healthcare costs out of pocket. Compounding this situation...
Crime incidents that go viral on social media do not reflect the peace and order picture of the country, the Philippine National Police (PNP) clarified on Wednesday, Feb. 19, as it presented data of a 26.76 percent drop in crime rate since January this year. PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded a 13.5 percent decline in focus crimes from January to the first week of November this year, compared to the same period last year. From 34,883 incidents recorded from January 1 to November 8 last year, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo said...
Every step in property development impacts the environment. From land assessment to planning, construction, and even the daily operations of a finished property, emissions are released, affecting the landscape and contributing to climate change. Recognizing this, real estate developers like Ayala...
As climate change intensifies and communities recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, real estate developers are embracing smart city initiatives. These cities aim not only to improve urban services but also to foster a more sustainable way of life. Today, we are witnessing how these urban spaces are...
The inaugural Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session was held at the University of Santo Tomas on Monday, September 30, 2024, with Makati City Mayor Abby Binay (center) delivering the keynote address. Manila Bulletin President Dr. Emilio C. Yap III (seventh from left) and Manila Bulletin...
The highly anticipated inaugural Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session is set to bring together an impressive lineup of thought leaders from the energy and real estate sectors. This event will center around critical issues surrounding sustainability and explore initiatives and insights aimed...
The inaugural Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session is just around the corner, offering a thrilling opportunity to gain valuable insights into how industries are working together to shape a more sustainable future. Key individuals from the energy and real estate sectors will share their...
With the success of the first Tempur cinema in the Philippines, a new experiential showroom opened on September 10 in the same mall—Uptown Bonifacio in Taguig. Personalities such as Rambo Nuñez, Jason Webb, Justine Luzares, Inka Magnaye, Christian Bables, Arianna Evangelista, and John de Leon...
