Dr. Krissanapong Kirtikara, the Chairman of the Princess Maha Chakri Award Foundation (PMCAF) with the Thai Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Tull Traisorat The Princess Maha Chakri Award Foundation (PMCAF), led by Dr. Krissanapong Kirtikara, the Chairman of the Foundation, visited the Philippines...
Mayor Honey and J&F Food Corporation training consultant Sofia Loriega (fifth and sixth from right) hold up the MOA they signed to hire senior citizens and PWDs. Among those with them in the photo are (right) Secretary to the Mayor Atty. Marlon Lacson, (4th from right) Vice Mayor Yul...
K-pop idol and actor Cha Eun-woo, one of the most handsome young Korean stars, held his “2024 Just One 10 Minute: Mystery Elevator” fan-con in Manila on March 16 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Cha Eun-woo, a member of boy band ASTRO, is currently starring in the Korean drama “Wonderful...
“Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence.” More than 2,000 years ago, Greek philosopher Aristotle wrote that, and it is true until today. Who can argue against the “broad term that describes the experience of positive emotions such as...
The body of a 61-year-old woman was found floating in Pasig River on Friday morning, March 15. The Manila Police District (MPD) identified the victim as Daisy Sebastian, a resident of San Andres Bukid, Manila. According to authorities, the victim was found floating around 9:30 a.m. in Pasig River...
In the Philippines, coffee is not just a beverage; it's a beloved part of the culture, history, and daily routine. With a rich tradition dating back centuries, coffee holds a special place in the hearts of Filipinos. In celebration of Filipino coffee culture and art, the Manila Coffee Festival 2024...
As the summer heat intensifies in Metro Manila, Manila Water Co. assured that the company is making preparations to meet the surging water demand. In a statement on Friday, March 15, Manila Water said it has new facilities designed to serve approximately 7.6 million consumers in the eastern areas...
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Manila Office, together with the Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC), organized the Korea Transit Tour Seminar on March 15 at Lanson Place, Mall of Asia. The Korea Transit Tour Seminar was held to promote and raise awareness of the benefits...
The unemployment rate in the country increased to 4.5 percent in January 2024, from 3.1 percent in December 2023. While this is still lower compared to the 4.8 percent recorded in the same month in 2023, this is equivalent to 2.15 million jobless Filipinos last month. The number is huge and...
Local retail electricity supplier (LRES) MPower announced that it will continue supplying power to Pioneer Highlands South Condominium Corp. (PHSCC) to extend its 10-year collaboration. In a statement on Thursday, Mar. 14, Manila Electric Co.’s (Meralco) LRES siad it renewed the retail supply...
China on Thursday, March 14, assailed the latest trade mission sent by US President Joe Biden to the Philippines as its delegates supposedly ganged up "against China’s technological development." The Chinese embassy in Manila alleged in a statement that the trade mission touched on national...
A fire incident prompted the University of the Philippines-Manila to suspend work for employees at the Central Block of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13. Firefighters assessing the situation (UP Manila FB page) UP Manila said the fire, which occurred...
