The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) issued a reminder to the public that hosting unregistered online raffles on social media platforms is against the law. In a statement, Alejandro H. Tengco, Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer, said these activities constitute illegal online...
OF SUBSTANCE AND SPIRIT There could not have been a more inspiring message from the IMF’s April 2024 World Economic Outlook than the global economy’s avoidance of a recession in 2023. With a strong financial system, steady capital flows to emerging markets, some downtrend in inflation, the Fund...
WELCOME ALL Guests visit Le Monde d'Hermés kiosk What I hope the traveling kiosk of Le Monde d’Hermès accomplished while it did its run in Manila, at the courtyard of the Ayala Triangle Gardens, from April 26 to 28, was an activation of the lust for park life in a country so blessed with...
During Hong Kong Arts Month in March, two of the largest events held were the Art Basel and Art Central. I attended these events during a recent media trip sponsored by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. Both act as venues for showcasing some of the best artists worldwide, Filipinos included. ...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is urging companies to be more diligent in complying with their reportorial requirements instead of complaining about the huge increase in fines and penalties recently imposed by the commission after a lengthy amnesty period. SEC Chairperson Emilio B....
Bicol Saro Partylist Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan on Wednesday, May 1, pressed for the passage of the bill that would impose stringent penalties, including life imprisonment, against those responsible for the large-scale manufacture, sale, and possession of counterfeit...
BAGUIO CITY – The City Permit and Licensing Office reported that a total of 2,575 business establishments received closure orders last year due to non-compliance with the rules and regulations under the Baguio City Tax Ordinance. "Based on the tax ordinance, if you don't have a business...
OF TREES AND FORESTS Today is Labor Day. It is a day to celebrate the contributions of workers not only to the Philippine economy but the global economy as well given the millions of overseas Filipino workers scattered all around the globe. It is also a day to recommit ourselves to the vision of...
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. reiterated on Tuesday, April 30, that there were no irregularities during the multi-billion peso drug bust conducted by authorities in Alitagtag, Batangas. In a presentation during the hearing of the...
Sen. Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa challenged Los Angeles-based vlogger Claire Contreras, who goes by the name “Maharlika,” on Tuesday, April 30 to face the Senate in its inquiry regarding the alleged leakage of a confidential document from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA). Sen. Ronald...
The Filipino Chinese General Chamber of Commerce (FCGCC) said that the public should avoid discrimination on the recent issue of the alleged influx of Chinese students in the town of Tuguegarao, Cagayan. In a statement, the organization said there must be a proper venue for the issue among the...
State-run Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) has cemented a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with LBP Resources and Development Corporation (LBRDC), a subsidiary of Land Bank, for the rollout of solar rooftop installations at the latter’s economic zone domains. According to PNOC President...
