Tensions in the Middle East are starting to affect global oil supply again, and the impact is already being felt across Asian fuel markets. For the Philippines, which relies heavily on imported fuel, that usually shows up at the pump. Prices move, and more often than not, they move up before they...
There is likely a whole encyclopedia and countless books written about business. However, as a quick guide and reminder, simply think of the ABCs: Awareness, Buffer, and Continuity. Awareness means knowing the environment in which you operate. This includes your customers, competitors, the...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has ordered all public schools nationwide to conduct simple, low-cost graduation rites amid rising fuel costs, as nearly 3.7 million learners prepare to graduate under strict guidelines that prohibit fee collection and ensure accessible ceremonies. The directive,...
Teachers’ organizations on Monday, March 23, expressed sharply contrasting positions on the planned three-term school calendar and three-grading period system of the Department of Education (DepEd), a major reform set to begin in School Year (SY) 2026–2027, with one group cautiously supportive...
The latest ranking of the Global Education Futures Readiness Index (GEFRI) 2025 placed the Philippines 74th out of 177 countries worldwide. The index evaluates how prepared a country’s education system is for the future across five areas: innovation, infrastructure, human capital, governance, and...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, March 23, reaffirmed its strong support for the Cabinet-approved shift to a three-term school calendar beginning School Year (SY) 2026–2027, positioning the reform as a key step toward improving learning outcomes in Philippine basic education. In a...
The Shareholders’ Association of the Philippines (SharePHIL) threw its weight behind the regulatory proposal to cap the tenure of broker directors at the national bourse, adding momentum to a reform aimed at curbing board entrenchment. SharePHIL, an advocacy group for minority investors, said in...
President Marcos has approved the adoption of a three-term school calendar for public schools beginning School Year 2026–2027, as part of efforts to improve learning continuity and outcomes. The directive followed the recommendation of the Economic and Development Council during its eighth...
The approved shift to a trimester system in basic education, as proposed by the Department of Education (DepEd) beginning School Year (SY) 2026–2027, has triggered a wider debate: Can changing the Philippine school calendar improve learning outcomes, or does it overlook deeper systemic issues...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Sunday, March 22, said the easterlies will continue to affect the entire country, bringing generally warm and humid conditions along with isolated rain showers and thunderstorms. Based on its latest weather...
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos received a special distinction award from the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (La Cámara) during the La Fiesta 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Taguig City on March 18. The recognition was conferred as part of the chamber’s annual gathering that...
As a new year begins, it offers a moment to reflect and set direction for what’s ahead. At Mingle with Ascott 2026, held on February 26 at Centro de Turismo in Intramuros, The Ascott Limited Philippines gathered its leadership team, partners, and media to look back on its 2025 milestones while...
