The Danish government has lauded the Philippines for its efforts to comply with the standards set by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) for Filipino seafarers. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Malacañang Photo) Danish Ambassador Franz-Michael “Dan-Dan” Mellbin reaffirmed his...
Rain or Shine got the explosive reinforcement it needed when it came to terms with returning import Michael Qualls to bolster the squad’s bid to end a five-year playoff drought in the season-ending conference in the 2022 PBA Governors’ Cup. Michael Qualls (PBA Images) In their hopes to keep the...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) said the series of contribution rate increases expanded the pension fund’s life by more than two decades. In a statement on Thursday, Dec. 22, Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief executive officer, said an additional 22 years have been added to the...
State-owned Social Security System (SSS) has justified the contribution increase beginning next year, saying it would help fund higher benefit disbursements to its members. In a statement, Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief executive officer, said the one percentage point increase in 2023...
The Social Security System (SSS) said the increase in members contributions beginning January next year would proceed as planned despite opposition by private sector employers. In a briefing, Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief executive officer, said on Thursday, Dec. 15, that postponing...
Danish Ambassador to the Philippines Franz-Michael Skjold- Mellbin emphasized that a good mix of diversified energy sources such as nuclear, renewables, and energy storage could ensure the country with abundant, cheap, and reliable energy. Photo courtesy of DOST-STII Mellbin made the statement...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) announced that it has entered into agreement with Union Bank of the Philippines (UBP) and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) for the issuance of Unified Multi-Purpose ID (UMID) ATM Pay Cards. In a statement, Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief...
PARIS (AFP) - Mixing rock, pop and RnB like never before, Michael Jackson's "Thriller", 40 years old next week, became the most successful album of all time and defined a coming era with its audiovisual ambition. "Thriller" has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide since its release on...
Michael Concio, Jr. and Eric Labog, Jr. downed their respective opponents in the ninth and last round to finish in the top five of the Asian Juniors Chess Championships at the Knights of Templar Hotel in Tagaytay City Friday, Nov. 25. Concio, 17, trounced fellow International Master Saha Neelash of...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) has extended the financial assistance to its members and pensioners in areas affected by Severe Tropical Storm ‘Paeng’ until February next year. Michael G. Regino, SSS president and chief executive officer, said their calamity assistance package consists...
The controversial Department of Education (DepED) Order No. 49 s. 2022 has two goals: To depoliticize the department and promote professionalism among its personnel. After gaining complaints from educators and the public alike, DepED Spokesperson Michael Poa, in a televised interview, clarified the...
CEBU CITY – Mayor Michael Rama urged Cebu City Hall employees to lose weight to provide better public service. RAMA (FB) Rama, during the traditional flag-raising ceremony at the City Hall grounds on Monday, Nov. 14, said city government workers should take care of their health while in...
