Arming civilians in the government’s anti-crime drive could legitimize “vigilantes and private armies” and it’s a “reincarnation of the Davao Death Squad,” opposition coalition 1Sambayan said on Wednesday, June 30. (1Sambayan/Facebook) In a statement, the pro-democracy group criticized...
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Benjamin E. Diokno on Monday reiterated his call for a more prominent Asia regional stance when it comes to discussions of global systemic risks amid the pandemic-cum-recession woes. Diokno made this statement after he was appointed for a second term as...
The Presidential Security Group (PSG) has assured the public that President Duterte's State of the Nation Address (SONA) next month will go smoothly despite protocols being implemented against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Presidential Security Group (PSG) commander Brigadier General Jesus...
It is all systems go for the Villar Group and its latest digital endeavor, The ViCon. The ViCon, short for Villar Group Convention, is the Philippines’ first and biggest virtual property exposition that will showcase the Group’s complete real property offerings from various price points...
The Philippine government, through the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), is working to re-open and rehabilitate a huge banana plantation in Maguindanao. This was announced by Emmanuel Piñol, chairperson of MinDA and former Agriculture Secretary. Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chair...
Here's a preview of the first-ever Philippine branch Since 2007, COS, a prestige label under the H&M Group , has been serving modern, functional fashion for men and women all over the world. The London-based brand has over 200 stores in 37 markets and its e-store is available in 20 markets,...
The Vaccine Express will start inoculating tricycle and pedicab drivers, as well as delivery riders, from Manila on Tuesday, June 22, as part of the partnership between the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Manila city government. Health workers prepare for the COVID vaccine rollout for A5...
Four major foreign banks will finance businessman Dennis Uy’s $460 million acquisition of the 45-percent stake of Shell Philippines Exploration B.V. (SPEX) in the Malampaya gas field facility. Highly placed sources from Singapore...
The Ayala Group of Companies has started its vaccination program and over 2,000 employees of who belong to the A4 (economic frontliners) category have begun receiving jabs of the COVID-19 vaccine last June 14. Ayala Corporation The vaccines were given at the UP-Ayala Land TechnoHub in partnership...
Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI), the holding company of tycoon Andrew Tan, banked on its overseas operations and diversification efforts to ride out the effects of the pandemic. Alliance Global Group Inc. During the firm’s annual stockholders’ meeting, AGI Chairman Andrew Tan said the company...
The Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Manila city government are only waiting for the vaccine supplies to arrive before they roll out a drive-thru vaccination program for all the Tricycle Operators’ and Drivers’ Association (TODA) in Manila. Vice President Leni Robredo and Manila Mayor...
The Jollibee Group has joined Ingat Angat’s Smart Bakuna Benefits program where more than 150 restaurants in NCR Plus are offering discounts to all vaccinated cardholders in support of the country’s vaccination program. The Jollibee Group offers 10% discount for its vaccinated customers to make...
