Senators on Tuesday, June 9 said they received intelligence information warning of a potential security threat to the Senate, prompting discussions on possible strengthened security measures. Senator Vicente Sotto III described the reported threat as "very serious," citing information relayed...
In the wake of the powerful earthquake that struck Mindanao this week, several international celebrities have taken to social media to express concern and solidarity with affected communities. Among them was South Korean singer and actress Sandara Park, whose ties to the Philippines stretch back to...
PLDT and Smart have immediately mobilized field and operations teams to assess network facilities and restore connectivity services in areas affected by the recent earthquake that struck parts of Mindanao. Among the hardest-hit areas are General Santos City and several municipalities in South...
To preserve its cultural heritage, the Marikina City government has brought back into public view the newly restored iconic giant shoes, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest. On Monday, June 8, Marikina Mayor Marjorie Ann Teodoro, together with city officials and...
Every position requires specific qualifications to meet the needs of the employer looking to fill a vacancy. Even when you are looking to hire a house helper, there are certain traits you seek to fulfill your requirements. These typically include basic criteria and, perhaps, specialized skills....
I just received from a nephew of mine a communication he received from a mutual friend, Rafael “Raffy” Moreno Alunan III, about the state of the Philippine economy and, especially, about the horrible actions of some of our politicians. I would like to comment extensively on this missive to the...
Toyota Motor Philippines has opened reservations for the all-new Toyota Hilux, following the pickup’s local debut at the Philippine International Motor Show. The new model rides on a heavily updated IMV platform, with revised and expanded drivetrains. It arrives with 2.8-liter diesel variants and...
Toyota Motor Philippines has opened reservations for the all-new Land Cruiser FJ and Land Cruiser 300 HEV starting June 4, giving the Land Cruiser name two distinct new directions in the local market. Land Cruiser FJ The all-new Land Cruiser FJ arrives as a compact body-on-frame 4x4 with the...
Foreign embassies in the Philippines, including France, China, Israel, Japan, and the United States, expressed condolences and support following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on Monday, June 8. As rescue and assessment operations continue in affected areas across Mindanao,...
The local contact center and business process management (CC-BPM) sector is aggressively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to shield margins and accelerate revenue growth, betting that automation will counteract escalating geopolitical and macroeconomic headwinds. According to data released...
Calls for caution intensified on Monday, June 8, as international partners and government agencies urged communities in affected areas to heed tsunami warnings following a strong earthquake off Mindanao. Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya and the U.S. Embassy in Manila expressed...
Organizers of the BTS “Arirang” world tour stop in Bulacan are moving forward with strict name-based mobile ticketing measures aimed at preventing scalping, but the hardline rules have sparked concern among fans who say the system may be too restrictive. Set for March 13 and 14 next year at the...
