Phoenix Powers Balesin Island with LPG Venture
Phoenix Pilipinas Gas and Power Inc. (PPGPI), in cooperation with U.S.-based Mesa Natural Gas Solutions LLC, started the pilot run of its gas-fired gensets in Balesin Island Club in Polillo, Quezon on August 31, providing baseload power for the exclusive resort. The gensets are powered using propane-rich LPG provided by Phoenix as part of its […].....»»
BSP Income Drops to 54%
A big income plunge happened to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) as their earnings dropped to P13.71 billion in this year’s first semester compared to P29.88 billion in the same period last year. The plunge is recorded at 54%. A 28 percent drop to P46.91 billion from January to June 21 has been recorded […].....»»
Peso Excels but Economy Remains in Bad Condition
Recent reports show that the Philippine peso is getting stronger but experts also said that it might also be a sign of bad economy. According to experts, a steep import decline that was supposed to be needed in the Philippines is the cause of the strong peso. The said imports may have been used to […].....»»
PH game developers explore opportunities with Malaysia
The global gaming industry was estimated to be valued at US$152.1 billion in 2019 which shows that there’s a huge chunk of the market that is open to be served and explored by the Philippines......»»
Microfinance, an essential tool for the poor’s recovery
At a time when the poor is clamoring for change and transformation, microfinance institutions (MFIs) started offering microcredit for capital with low interest rates, flexible loan terms, and no collateral......»»
Rape Culture vs. Culture of Holy Purity
I have noticed mainstream Filipino media adapting themes popular in liberal American mainstream media. Among these are transgenderist and feminist themes......»»
P10M improvement of multipurpose building (gymnasium) in Biliran town completed
DPWH) Biliran District Engineering Office (BDEO) has completed the P10M improvement of multipurpose building (gymnasium) in Biliran town situated in Brgy. San Isidro......»»
Labor group affirms Philippines among top 10 dangerous place for workers
The Philippines is among the top ten worst countries for workers in 2020 based on the 2020 Global Rights Index issued by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)......»»
foodpanda Expands to 9 Cities
On-demand food delivery service, foodpanda, announced its expansion to more cities in the Philippines, solidifying the brand’s position as the biggest online food and grocery delivery service in the country. Among the new places where foodpanda is now available are Malolos, Dasmarinas, Iligan, Legazpi, Cabanatuan, Dagupan, Olongapo, Novaliches, and Batangas. foodpanda has been constantly growing, […].....»»
How to Buy the Right Kitchen Appliances Online
As the need to stay at home for everyone’s safety increased, more time was also spent in the kitchen. This has led to an important realization: your kitchen appliances are overdue for an upgrade. But how does one even begin to shop for new equipment online and from the safety of their home? Italian heritage […].....»»
YouTube reaches more than 40 million adult viewers locally
As marketers in the Philippines received their Brandcast Delivered experience, YouTube’s annual event for brands which pivoted into an online moment this year, the video platform announced that more than 40 million unique viewers in the Philippines are watching on YouTube every month over the past year. Watch time across content genres and the number of channels with more than 100k subscribers continue to grow, bringing opportunities to creators and businesses in the country......»»
Safe, clean laundry using Beko Hygiene+ Washing Machine
There is now a more conscious effort to live a healthier life. As restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic are being eased, our lives will not be the same again......»»
Smart bats for cybersecurity as online use surges due to pandemic
With the government imposing strict quarantine rules, more and more people are turning to the internet for their daily activities. Video conferences gained popularity during the lockdown as companies employed work-from-home schemes and schools shifted to online learning......»»
vivo& rsquo;s new nighttime photography campaign highlights X50 series& rsquo; pro camera features
vivo successfully kicked off the global “Night Artist” campaign last month via social media in search for talented nighttime photography artists from around the world—attracting a wide range of users and KOLs, including award-winning global photographer Chris Hau and outdoor explorer and photographer Samuel Elkins. With the revolutionary nighttime photography capabilities of vivo’s flagship X50 series, the campaign called on users to capture the tranquility and dynamism of the night sky all while demonstrating vivo’s leading technological breakthroughs in mobile photography......»»
MVP Group ramps up paperless payments, contactless commutes in pandemic
MVP Group of Companies accelerates paperless transactions and contactless journeys in its various businesses in a bid to keep people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Big Foot; Not Just a Store, Also a Community Builder
How many pair of shoes do you have? Have you ever wondered if you had a nice shoes but the price is very friendly? In today’s generation, I think it’s safe to say that shoes are the most popular part of anyone’s outfit. Most people don’t care about how they look as long as their […].....»»
August Imported Vehicle sales in PH Down 7%
Monthly sales of Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors (AVID) went down by 7 percent in August compared to July of 2020. The decline in sales is attributed to the implementation of stricter lockdown measures in Metro Manila, and four other nearby provinces last month. Sales went down from 5,100 unit sales in July to […].....»»
DTI’s Budget Cut for 2021, Lawmakers in Grief
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)’s budget will slightly decrease for the year 2021. Lawmakers however, expressed their grief about the budget cut as it was seen to have helped micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) amid the COVID-19 pandemic. According to DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez, the budget for their department and all attached […].....»»
Netflix Releases Official Trailer for Emily in Paris Debuting October 2, 2020
The trailer for Emily in Paris is out now! The 10 episode romantic comedy series is set to debut on October 2, 2020, exclusively on Netflix. About Emily in Paris Lily Collins stars as Emily, an ambitious twenty-something marketing executive from Chicago, unexpectedly lands her dream job in Paris when her company acquires a French […].....»»
Lifestyle Buzz: Get your Freshest Healthy Fix at Newport City’s Famers’ Market this Weekend
Lifestyle Buzz: Get your Freshest Healthy Fix at Newport City’s Famers’ Market this Weekend.....»»