Senator Francis Tolentino is pushing to rename the Benham Rise as the Philippine Rise or “Talampas ng Pilipinas” to assert the country's sovereign rights over the resource-rich undersea plateau. Senator Francis Tolentino (Senate of the Philippines) In the Senate Bill No. 2235 he filed Monday,...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has focused on humanitarian activities in Pag-asa Island in Kalayaan, Palawan as part of its second phase of capability enhancement training in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). “Ito nga yung pinaka-highlight ng maritime exercise itong pangalawa bukod sa training...
Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky today reported that password stealers targeting Southeast Asian users increased 25 per cent in the first quarter of 2021. In the Philippines alone, Kaspersky detected more than 10,000 additional passport theft, pushing the total to 55,597 versus 45,373 in the...
Various student groups slammed the Commission on Higher Education's (CHED) decision to continue implementing flexible learning in the coming school years. (AFP / MANILA BULLETIN) Student Christian Movement of the Philippines (SCMP) said the new policy is "anti-poor" and would worsen the students'...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has installed the first three of the 10 modern lighted ocean buoys in the Philippine Rise, formerly known as the Benham Rise, to assert the country’s maritime territory. PCG Commandant Admiral George Ursabia Jr. said the buoys were transported by vessel MV Morning...
National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. underscored Wednesday, May 19, the importance of utilizing advancements in science and technology (S&T) such as the satellite technology to preserve the country's maritime domain. National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. attends the...
The Philippine Rise belongs to the Filipino nation and no foreign intrusion will be allowed into the territory, President Duterte declared Monday. President Duterte delivers a public address on May 17, 2021 (Malacañang) The President said he already made clear that the area, formerly known as...
On May 1, we observed Labor Day, an annual holiday in most countries dedicated to championing workers’ rights. In the Philippines, Labor Day this year also marked the centennial of the word “robot” with the launch of the Filipino translation of Rossumovi Universal ni Roboti, better known by...
The Philippines’ most trusted homebuilder for over four decades, Camella Homes, introduces its newest and affordable condominium brand, Camella Manors. Camella Manors offers exclusive, high-quality, and mid-rise condominium villages located in various progressive cities nationwide. Artist's...
Phinma Properties has created an established reputation in building inspiring homes for more than three decades. Even with its solid accomplishments, it continues to improve its offerings. Last March 12, 2021, the company reached another milestone with the launch of its new mid-rise project called...
Gab Bayan He’s definitely a face you’d like to see welcoming your every morning and even capping the end of your every day. Reasons why, Gab Bayan is slowly but surely gaining a loyal following especially among viewers of his daily news-oriented programs on the People’s Television...
The Macquarie Group Foundation has joined the Australian government initiative to fund women led and owned small and medium enterprises in Southeast Asian region with investments of more than P43 million (or AUD 1.25 million). The Investing in Women RISE Fund-Responsive Interventions Supporting...
