A recent study by geologists from the University of the Philippines-Diliman has brought attention to the alarming rate of land subsidence in Greater Manila, Metro Davao, and Metro Iloilo. The municipalities of Bulakan, Guiguinto, and Balagtas in Bulacan stand out for their severe sinking rate of...
Swedish businesses are the most bullish than ever before on prospects in the Philippines, even as same-old investor concerns are in the way of reaching the optimum bilateral trade and investment potentials. The 2024 Philippine Market Report jointly launched by the Embassy of Sweden in Manila and...
South Korea remains safe for visitors including tourists despite the political turmoil involving President Yoon Suk Yeol. In a statement shared by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Manila Office, South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) said, “The Ministry of Culture,...
To combat the rising theft of electricity distribution facilities, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has partnered with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to enhance investigations and prosecutions. In a statement, Meralco said the utility firm and the PNP signed a memorandum of understanding...
Get ready to dig deeper into your wallets, as water rates in Metro Manila are set to increase in the first quarter of 2025. The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) announced on Thursday, Dec. 12, that both Manila Water and Maynilad will implement rate hikes to maintain and improve...
This holiday season, Novotel Manila Araneta City invites Novo-Fans to celebrate with a dazzling array of festive experiences filled with elegance, joy, and unforgettable moments. The hotel radiates holiday cheer, illuminated by its iconic pendant lights and adorned in the charming hues of blue and...
COME FLY WITH ME Air Canada is set to have four weekly flights from Manila to Vancouver starting this April Canada has become a hot destination for Filipinos to visit for its cooler climate and wonderful sightseeing spots. Other Filipino families have even gone so far as to settle down in...
Razon-led East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Co. has secured a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Manila Electric Company's (Meralco) solar power firm to integrate sustainable energy into its facilities. In a statement on Tuesday, Dec. 10, MSpectrum, Meralco's power unit, announced it would...
Filipino families looking forward to a bright and festive Christmas may find their holiday cheer dimmed slightly by an unexpected Grinch: higher electricity bills. The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 10, a P0.1048 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) increase in electricity rates...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has granted provisional approval to two Power Supply Agreements (PSAs) between Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and the renewable energy units of ACEN and San Miguel Corporation. Meralco and ACEN-led Gigasol 3, Inc. will soon implement their PSA following the...
V1BE Manila lived up to its promise of being the “Grandest ‘Hip-Pop’ Experience” of the year as it brought together powerhouse artists in one night of an unforgettable concert. Last Dec. 3, the SM Mall of Asia Arena was packed with fans for V1BE Manila, which was headlined by Akon...
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) and New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) have partnered to modernize the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) with sustainable and reliable energy solutions. In a statement on Monday, Dec. 9, Meralco said the partnership aims to address NAIA's persistent power issues and...
