As the curtains fall on 2024, we take stock of the year’s defining moments—political, economic, and socio-cultural—that have significantly affected the lives of every Filipino. This year was marked by significant gains and persistent challenges, all of which demand strategic action as we move...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has adopted key amendments to its resolution governing the rate-setting process for privately-owned electricity distributors to ensure the timely reset of rates, beginning with Manila Electric Company (Meralco). In a statement, the ERC Chairperson and...
Japanese gaming firm Universal Entertainment Corporation (UEC) expects to end the year with a loss, partly due to the weak VIP market hounding its Philippine integrated resort, Okada Manila, and other casinos operating in the country. In a disclosure to the Tokyo Stock Exchange, UEC said that based...
The coming of a new year always inspires people to reflect on their lives and set goals to improve themselves. This annual ritual, known as making New Year’s resolutions, has become a tradition around the world. These goals reflect a universal desire to turn over a new leaf, yet...
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) directed its regional offices in Ilocos (Region 1), Cagayan Valley (Region 2), and Central Luzon (Region 3) to create a comprehensive tsunami evacuation plan in light of the movement of the Manila Trench that triggered an earthquake swarm. The OCD said Saturday,...
New Year’s Eve is three days away. As we prepare to welcome 2025, many rituals of customs will be included in the celebration. Families coming together, round fruits on the table, food dishes from heirloom recipes, coins and bills in the pocket, even dotted clothing. And many will...
Extreme weather events battered developing countries this year despite their small contribution to climate change. The Philippines faced six successive storms in just a month which were intensified by climate crisis, the World Weather Attribution said. Top climate polluters still haven’t...
Manny V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has forecasted potential growth in its consolidated sales volume this year, citing expansion in the residential and commercial sectors. Ferdinand Geluz, Meralco senior vice president and chief revenue officer, said this year's increase in...
President Marcos has enjoined Filipinos to support the 10 films that are part of the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), saying this year's entries offer "golden lessons" that reflect the Filipino story. MMFF AT 50 — Stars of the entries to the 50th year of the Metro Manila Film Festival...
The yearly Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) is considered by American filmmakers as a market access issue that US trade officials should address. "During typical film festivals, such as the annual MMFF in December, only local independent films are allowed to screen. Such restrictions without...
Bicol Saro Partylist Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan is now pushing for a measure that seeks to grant cash incentives of up to P1 million to film makers, literary writers and other performers in the creative sector who will win major awards in international competitions. In filing House...
The Department of Education (DepEd), in collaboration with the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Center, has reignited hope for addressing the chronic shortage of classrooms in the Philippines. Spearheaded by DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara and Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, this...
