The ambassadors of Japan and the European Union in the Philippines expressed their hopes for stronger relations in 2025. Flags of the European Union, Philippines, and Japan (Adobe Stock photos) The ambassadors of Japan and the European Union in the Philippines expressed their...
The United States Embassy in Manila has announced that it will have no operations on Jan. 9. In an advisory, the embassy said that the suspension of its consular operations will be in line with President Joe Biden's announcement of closure of the executive department of agencies as a mark...
Tucked in the heart of Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong, lies one of the city’s best-kept secrets: a luxurious urban escape at The Westin Manila. From its opulent interiors to the sensory delights of its amenities and offerings, the 32-storey property promises the ultimate hospitality experience,...
The highest box-office films for 2023-24 are Petersen Vargas’ Un/Happy for You and Cathy Garcia-Sampana’s Hello, Love, Again , and Mae Cruz-Alviar’s Rewind all romantic movies by real ex-lovers Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto, reel hottest love team, Alden Richards and Kathryn...
To achieve water security, environmental sustainability, and service enhancements, East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Co. has wrapped up several capital expenditure projects that are set to improve water and wastewater services to residents. In a statement on Friday, Jan. 3, Manila Water...
The Manila Bulletin remains the most trusted broadsheet in the Philippines, according to a survey conducted by research firm Tangere. (Courtesy of Tangere) Released on Friday, Jan. 3, the survey results showed that traditional media outlets “continue to enjoy greater public trust” as...
The Chinese embassy in Manila has denied claims circulating on social media that there is now an outgoing outbreak of a new virus in China. “Fake news,” it said Friday, Dec. 3. The embassy’s statement came amid social media posts that a virus called HPMV is supposedly affecting citizens and...
Healthcare remains a critical need for millions and the promise of accessible and affordable medical services under the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act seems to be a beacon of hope. Yet, for many Filipinos, this promise often seems out of reach — not because of lack of programs, but due to...
Okada Foundation Inc. President James Lorenzana has been named the new chairman of Ferronoux Holdings Inc. following the resignation of Michael Cosiquien for Themis Group Corporation to take over control of the company. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Ferronoux said Abel Almario...
As the curtains fall on 2024, we take stock of the year’s defining moments—political, economic, and socio-cultural—that have significantly affected the lives of every Filipino. This year was marked by significant gains and persistent challenges, all of which demand strategic action as we move...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has adopted key amendments to its resolution governing the rate-setting process for privately-owned electricity distributors to ensure the timely reset of rates, beginning with Manila Electric Company (Meralco). In a statement, the ERC Chairperson and...
Japanese gaming firm Universal Entertainment Corporation (UEC) expects to end the year with a loss, partly due to the weak VIP market hounding its Philippine integrated resort, Okada Manila, and other casinos operating in the country. In a disclosure to the Tokyo Stock Exchange, UEC said that based...
