The local stock market managed to end higher despite weaker US stocks as investors picked up bargains that emerged after Thursday's (Sept. 7) drop in prices. The main index rose by 0.64 percent or by 39.87 points to close at 6,222.94 although sectoral indices were evenly split. Volume was...
ILOILO CITY – The inflation rate in Western Visayas went up in August after five straight months of decline. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-6 said the inflation rate increased by 0.3 percent to 6.1 percent from 5.8 percent in July. A MARKET stall at La Paz Public Market in Iloilo City....
Sen. Raffy Tulfo has filed a Senate resolution seeking to investigate the Philippine National Police's (PNP) "persistent failure" to follow police operational procedures. In a statement, he said that this was in relation to the alleged abuse, killings, and human rights violations involving police...
Philippine flag (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) The Philippines is far from "war footing" when it comes to the situation in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Thus, said Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilbert "Gibo" Teodoro Jr. as he...
Having a friend like Australia is "very gratifying" and encourages the Philippines to continue protecting its territory. President Marcos and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meet in Malacañang on Sept. 8, 2023. (Photo courtesy of PPA Pool/Yummie Dingding) President Ferdinand "Bongbong"...
An estimated 2.27 million Filipinos found themselves without employment in July, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported. In a briefing on Friday, Sept. 8, National Statistician Dennis Mapa said the preliminary results of the PSA’s Labor Force Survey showed that the number of jobless...
The country’s trade deficit narrowed in July after both exports and imports contracted by double-digits, data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed Friday, Sept. 8. The trade deficit, or the difference between the value of export and import, narrowed by 30 percent to $4.20 billion...
The idea sprouted from this one instance. When Plains & Prints founder Roxanne Farillas met a Portuguese couple on the plane, she sparked a conversation with them about their trip to the Philippines. “Oh, how was your trip? Where did you go?” she asked. And it was when they replied,...
THE LAST FRONTIER El Nido remains a popular tourist destination on the island of Palawan for its pristine waters and gorgeous greeneries (Photo El Nido Tourism) In recent years, places such as El Nido, Puerto Princesa, and Coron have cemented themselves as mainstay summer getaways on the island of...
When it comes to fashion, many are quick to think about the “Big Four” fashion capitals—Paris, Milan, London, and New York City. It’s easy to remember Western powerhouses that come with big names such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, and Ralph Lauren. Despite the pervasiveness of Western...
BEST OF THE BEST Bigo Live PH top broadcasters (from left): Erika Gervacio, Emie Conjurado, and Janinne Cartagena Everything and everyone is now online. Content is king and those who master it reign in the digital age. But to produce quality and meaningful content, creators must first be trained...
CEBU CITY – The province of Bohol showcased its popular tourist destinations when it participated in the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. Gov. Aris Aumentado led the Bohol delegation in the biggest and longest-running travel fair held from...
