THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- The EU's drug watchdog said Thursday it expected to decide in early October whether to approve boosters of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for over 16s. Pfizer vaccines (AFP/File) A decision on further jabs of both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for at-risk people...
Whether it's returning to your hometown or hitting the mall with the whole clan to celebrate the holidays, Filipino Christmas is always about coming together with your loved ones, feasting on the most delicious meals, exchanging gifts, and creating memories you will never forget. For 2021,...
Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) was named "Best Bank for SMEs" at the recent Asiamoney Best Bank Awards 2021, besting many other Philippine banks to take home the prestigious accolade for the second year in a row. The "Best Bank for SMEs" accolade is awarded by Asiamoney to banking...
People may now have heard the name Julian Ongpin from the news after becoming a person of interest in the death of artist-painter Bree Jonson. While some, especially in the art community, know him as the founder of Julian Ongpin Young Artists Gallery (JOYA) in Makati, a lot are still curious about...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is now investigating what was initially reported as mysterious death of artist Bree Jonson whose body was found inside a hotel of a La Union resort over the weekend. Jonson's death was initially reported by her boyfriend, Julian Ongpin, as a case of suicide but...
EU hints resumption of trade negotiations with PH The EU said it is currently assessing the possible resumption of bilateral trade negotiations with the Philippines as the 27-European country union steps up its strategic engagement with the Indo-Pacific region. European Union (EU) In its Joint...
Labor group Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) launched on Wednesday, Sept. 15, a "Global Day of Action" in support of union members who have been continuously receiving harassment amid the ongoing pandemic. (Photo from Kilusang Mayo Uno) "Habang dumarami ang kaso ng COVID-19 at tumitindi ang gutom at hirap...
Smart Padala by PayMaya, one of the leading financial service providers in the Philippines, and Western Union, a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, have come together to offer Western Union money transfer services at select Smart Padala agents across the...
A study found that, among other things, overfarming and pesticide use are major threats to the world’s key crops that are necessary to food security. Some of the globally important crops that are in danger of extinction include potatoes, avocados, and vanilla. Among the mentioned crops,...
17 critically acclaimed European films at your fingertips We are grateful for “virtual cinemas” this pandemic and a special shout out to the Delegation of the European Union, the EU member states, and the different EU cultural institutes for giving cinephiles an avenue to watch European art...
Vice President Leni Robredo has sounded off on several contentious issues that are usually brought up during election season. The 56-year-old official expressed her support for same-sex "unions" and offered precautionary measures and alternatives to abortion and divorce, saying these are more...
Students renewed their calls to postpone the September 2021 Physicians Licensure Exam (PLE) as the Philippines logged its highest daily tally of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases on Monday, Aug. 30. (Unsplash) In a joint statement, the Philippine Medical Students' Association (PMSA) and the...
