Senator Risa Hontiveros on Thursday, May 28, rejected claims by Senator Robin Padilla that global tensions and looming climate threats could justify the Senate’s continued use of virtual attendance. In a television interview on Unang Hirit, Hontiveros stated that lawmakers should instead report...
Toyota Motor Philippines is running a limited-time May promo for select models, with financing plans, cash discounts and ownership-related offers available until May 31, 2026. The promo covers three purchase options: Pay Low, Pay Light and Straight Cash. The offers are subject to terms, credit...
The domestic contact center industry is projected to grow revenues by five percent to more than $35 billion this year, driven by the sector’s resilience amid external pressures and the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in customer experience. The Customer Xperience Association of the...
Japan remains unmatched in terms of development assistance it has extended to the Philippines, President Marcos said. Speaking before the Japan-Philippines Parliamentary Friendship League at the House of Representatives in Tokyo, Japan on Wednesday, May 27, Marcos emphasized that Tokyo remains one...
The Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) expressed opposition to the Senate majority bloc’s attempt to railroad an amendment to the chamber’s rules that would allow senators to vote remotely. FINEX, whose members include some of the country’s top financial executives,...
Senator Risa Hontiveros, on Wednesday, May 27, rejected comparisons between the Senate majority’s current push for videoconferencing in Senate proceedings and a 2021 appeal that sought former senator Leila de Lima 's participation while she was detained. In a statement, Hontiveros said the...
All eyes are on defending champion Team Liquid Philippines as it remains the favorites to rule the MPL Philippines Season 17 once the playoffs fire off on Wednesday, May 27, at the Filoil Center San Juan Arena. The Cavalry was hardly affected by the departure of former star gold lane Kiel...
Senator Rodante Marcoleta denied accusations that the majority bloc was railroading a proposed amendment to the rules that would allow online participation in Senate proceedings, following a walkout staged by minority senators during plenary debates. Speaking to reporters after plenary session on...
President Marcos began his first state visit in Japan on Wednesday, May 27, by meeting Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. A welcome ceremony for Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos was held at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. Also in attendance from Japan’s Royal Family were Crown...
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Wednesday, May 27 criticized what he described as a “condescending” remark directed at Senator Risa Hontiveros during a heated clash over a motion allowing online participation in plenary proceedings. In a post on X, Lacson took issue with a fellow...
Vietnam 's President To Lam will make a two-day state visit to the Philippines next week, Malacañang announced on Wednesday, May 27. The Vietnamese President will be in Manila from May 31 to June 1. According to Malacañang, the visit "will hold a special significance" as it comes at the cusp...
Citing the growing Filipino community in Japan, President Marcos has encouraged Filipinos working and living in the foreign country to continue being good friends with the Japanese. In his speech during a gathering with Filipinos in Tokyo on Tuesday night, May 26, Marcos underscored that the...
