How often do you find yourself brooding on what happened yesterday or what might occur tomorrow? Arlin Cuncic, MA, founder of About Social Anxiety, a handy website that offers assistance to individuals with social anxiety disorder, reminds everyone that dwelling on regrets or fears...
The national government will organize the National Jail Decongestion Summit in a bid to address the pressing overcrowding issues in the local jail facilities, the The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) disclosed on Monday, Nov. 6. (BJMP PHOTO) In a statement, the BJMP...
President Marcos stated that the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) has been finalized. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Bongbong Marcos Facebook) "The Implementing Rules and Regulations of Maharlika Investment Fund have been finalized,"...
Youth group Anakbayan on Monday, Nov. 6, called out Senate President Miguel Zubiri to make the people's benefit "secured" in the deliberation of the 2024 proposed national budget. Photo credit to Anakbayan This came after Zubiri said that the 2024 national budget would be passed by the first week...
The University of the Philippines Diliman University Council (UPD UC) on Monday, Nov. 6, condemned the government for allocation of funds to the Confidential and Intelligence Funds (CIF) in the national budget for 2024. (UP Diliman) UPD UC said the House of Representatives' rejection of the...
When Ehrran Montoya mounts a runway show, it is not just about the clothes. It is also about taking his audience to a fantasy world. And that’s what happened in his recent showcase. Presented at the Cyrsos Spring Glamour Fashion Show last Oct. 27 was his latest line dubbed “Spora,” a...
A distinct emotion emerges when one gazes upon a piece by Katrina Cuenca. Each creation she produces exudes a sense of weightlessness, encouraging observers to not merely observe but truly experience her art. Whether it's a canvas painting or a copper sculpture, Katrina's artistic prowess has the...
Kinetix+ unveiled its exclusive training facility to a select group of media and VIP guests during a private event on Oct. 18, 2023. Located in Makati, Kinetix+ stands as the latest addition to the fitness scene in the Philippines, marking the country's inaugural luxury boutique gym tailored for...
Government-run casino centers are in for a major upgrade as the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) expects to deliver 3,000 brand new slot machines by January next year. Ajejandro H. Tengco, Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer, said the delivery of brand new slot machines is a...
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) expects that the local gaming industry will see further growth in the coming years, fueled by increased demand for leisure, travel, and entertainment. In a statement, Ajejandro H. Tengco, Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer, said the gaming...
By Dexter R. Matilla Often the drudgery of life can feel so overwhelming that some lose sight of the reason they do what they do on a daily basis. Like horses wearing blinders, they go on their daily commute, do eight hours (or more) of hard work, and go home. Wilfredo “Yeye” Calderon Not...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it is strictly enforcing its rules, reminding delinquent and inactive firms to submit the required documents for their businesses to avoid revocation of their licenses and termination from the commission. SEC Chairperson Emilio B....
