The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) presented the updated projections for climate change in the Philippines on Friday, March 22. (Photo from Unsplash) To align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action, Assistant...
AyalaLand Hotels and Resorts Corp (AHRC) has signed an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) signifying its commitment to achieve EDGE Zero Carbon certification for 2,826 rooms in its hotel portfolio by 2026, a first for a hotel group in the Philippines. EDGE Zero Carbon...
It is easy to get lost in the distractions and noise of everyday life, but achieving peace of mind is possible, especially with the help of people who can provide us with much-needed guidance, strength, and even clarity during our moments of stress and adversity. That is the mission of Gurudev Sri...
Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte (PPAB) Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte is calling for the swift passage of a measure that seeks to establish the Agricultural Pension Fund (APF) and provide benefits to farmers and...
Senior citizens above the age of 60, single mothers, and persons with disabilities can soon enjoy a 20 percent discount on basic goods and services with the support of the Department of Agriculture (DA), the Department of Trade and Industry, as well as the Department of Energy. The three government...
For many generations, my family never had to buy salt. Like almost everyone in our barrio, Pulanglupa, we were given free salt for our household needs by neighbors who owned the hundreds of salt beds, which were landmarks as famous as our town’s bamboo organ. Well, not exactly free. We had to...
Movies have always been fantastic at evoking emotions from viewers. Sometimes a film can even go so far as to tickle our senses. For instance, horror flicks might have you feeling uneasy and squeamish throughout whereas a romance movie might have you gushing all over. There’s no denying though...
By DAPHNE ROUSSEAU and ERIC RANDOLPH They are paid to eat in the best restaurants in the world, but the price is having to lie even to their friends about the job. Hidden among hundreds of guests descending on the 16th century Chateau de Chambord in the Loire Valley for a luxurious dinner ahead of...
Iloilo City in the Philippines is renowned for its rich food culture, making it a popular destination for tourists who delight in culinary exploration. Recently, Savoy Hotel Manila launched its inaugural Ilonggo degustation dinner, titled "Ilonggo Culinary Treasures," on March 14 in Pasay City. The...
The Ayala Museum will open its doors for free on March 24, 2024, the final day of the "Splendor: Juan Luna, Painter as Hero" exhibition, featuring his long-lost artwork, "Hymen, oh Hyménée!" If you haven't seen it yet, take the opportunity to visit the museum before it closes. Before being...
Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa confirmed on Thursday, March 21, the lifting of the contempt order against one of the primary suspects in the disappearance of beauty queen Catherine Camilon, and that he was no longer under the Senate's custody. Police Major Allan de Castro (Arnold Quizol/MB)...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) expects an increase in revenue from government-run casinos this year despite ongoing privatization initiatives. In a statement on Thursday, March 21, the gaming regulator and operator stated that Pagcor-operated casinos are expected to yield P81.27...
