CEBU CITY – Security measures are all set for the 459th Fiesta Señor in this city. POLICE and other uniformed personnel on Wednesday, January 9, attend their send-off ceremony for the upcoming 459th Fiesta Señor in Cebu City. (Photo via Calvin D. Cordova) More than 5,000 security personnel from...
The Department of Science and Technology's Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) is planning to build a new facility at the DOST South Complex in Bicutan, Taguig City, to promote a safer and more innovative future. Photo from DOST-FNRI The DOST-FNRI said its current building is located...
When we talk about Intramuros, it is hard not to include kalesas in the conversation. Riding one inside the historic spot is an experience, with its colorful designs and coachman providing stories and information to tourists. But in the past, kalesas had been put on the hot seat as animal welfare...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) reported that cyber incidents in the country increased by 62.44 percent last year. Photo credit to Unsplash. The country's Cybersecurity Bureau-National Computer Emergency Response Team (NCERT) handled 1,834 incidents as of December...
OF TREES AND FORESTS Right before Christmas, I was asked by a journalist who was my mentor in business. I thought it was an interesting question and one which is not often discussed as a crucial factor in the success of young entrepreneurs. I got my degree in Business Administration from the...
CAMP DANGWA, Benguet – Police destroyed marijuana plants worth over P1.4 million and nabbed eight wanted persons during a week-long campaign against crime in the Cordillera region from December 31 to January 6. The Police Regional Office Cordillera-Regional Operations Division said three...
Often when things get so busy, we tend to neglect our own needs. This leads to a burnout of sorts or, worse, a melancholic feeling of not wanting to do anything. To ensure that our lives never get to that level, we need to focus on our mental wellness. Here are some self-care tips to make sure you...
By JASMINE B. SUIZA, RND Diabetes. Heart disease. Cancer. Psoriasis. PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). You probably have one or two friends or family members with these chronic health conditions. According to the July 2023 data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, included in the top ten...
To improve expenditures on agricultural infrastructure and mechanization as well as boost farm modernization and productivity, the Department of Agriculture (DA) sought recommendations from the regional agricultural and fisheries councils. In a statement on Monday, Jan. 8, Agriculture Secretary...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced its revocation of the corporate registration of Infinity8Networks Digital Services OPC and the slapping of an administrative fine of P1 million against the firm for illegally soliciting investments from the public. In an order, the SEC...
The Department of Finance (DOF) reported a substantial increase in dividends remitted by state-run companies last year, with over half of the total amount came from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Data from the DOF showed that government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs) sent a total...
The brightest stars in the film and TV industry gathered on Jan. 7 at The Beverly Hilton in California to celebrate the 81st Golden Globe Awards. Before the announcement of its latest roster of winners, Hollywood A-listers first grace the ceremony’s red carpet, donning spectacular looks, from...
