Tight on Budget? Here Are Some Side Jobs You Can Start Now
As more companies and more opportunities arise due to the forced digitalization brought upon by circumstances of this year, looking for a job or a side hustle while being at home is now easier. Whether you are looking for extra cash or maybe you wanted to make a side hustle full time as the pandemic […].....»»
Award-Winning CEO Maulik Parekh Makes Writing Debut
Award-winning CEO and serial entrepreneur Maulik Parekh makes his writing debut with his book entitled, “Future Proof Your Company and Career.” Recognizing the disruptive forces and drawing from his experiences, Maulik aims to help businesses and professionals prepare themselves for what is ahead, especially as the future becomes more digital. Future Proof Your Company and […].....»»
Know the Facts: The State of Diabetes in the Philippines
Amidst the pandemic, there is another disease that has gone under the radar and is silently affecting millions of people—Diabetes. Described as a chronic, non-communicable disease, diabetes is a major public health problem globally and persons afflicted with it are also vulnerable to a host of other diseases such as hypertension, chronic kidney disease, and […].....»»
Black Friday Sale: Buy 1 Get 1 Pizza from Yellow Cab on November 27
Celebrate small wins and best deals with your squad during the world’s busiest shopping day of the year with Yellow Cab’s Black Friday Pizza Sale! On November 27, for every 9-inch pizza that you order, get another pizza of the same size and flavor for FREE. Choose from Yellow Cab’s mouthwatering selection of Classic and […].....»»
Toyota Offers Safe Ride and Special Support
Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer Toyota offers a safe ride and special support to customers through their wide variety of discounts and freebies which runs from November 4 to November 30, 2020. Different car models have their different promo discounts, if you want an all-around MPV you can avail of the Innova and save up to […].....»»
Converge CEO Dennis Uy Wins Entrepreneur Award
Dennis Anthony H. Uy, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Converge Information, Communications, and Technology (Converge ICT) Solutions won the Master Entrepreneur Award by the Asia-Pacific Enterprise Awards 2020 on Friday. The Msater Entrepreneur Award is given to “outstanding entrepreneurs who have demonstrated exemplary attributes that help them serve as role models for other […].....»»
Cebu Tourism to Recover by the End of First Quarter of 2021
With the country now under the “new normal” just like the rest of the world, the Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Association of Cebu (HRRAC) sees recovery in tourism that will most likely to effect by the end of the first quarter of the year 2021. HRRAC President Carlo Suarez admitted that hotel occupancy is still […].....»»
‘World’s Biggest Trade Deal’ Signed by Asean, China, Other Partner Countries
The world’s largest free trade agreement is signed by fifteen nations in the Asia-Pacific region on Sunday as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (RCEP) was signed during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) annual summit, bringing more imported products to every Asean country. The agreement was signed by the Asean member states comprising […].....»»
Cebu-Based Textiles Company Gives Hope to Local Weavers
The social enterprise that’s today responsible for reviving the indigenous textile industry in the Philippines all but started from a young girl’s childhood dream. Anya Lim, the visionary behind ANTHILL Fabric Gallery, was raised by culturally proud Filipino parents who owned a textile business. Anya grew up with bedtime stories about heroes from indigenous groups […].....»»
SYKES Cebu Implements 100% Work-at-Home Setup During Quarantine
The ongoing pandemic has been challenging for employees, regardless of industry, but top BPO industry player SYKES Cebu makes it a point to make the situation as light to its people as possible. It has beaten all challenges to deploy its over 6,000-strong workforce to work at home until the current health crisis eases. “Our […].....»»
Bank Exec Sees Increase in NPLs after Bayanihan 2 Expires
An executive of Philippine National Bank (PNB) expects the bank’s non-performing loans (NPLs) to increase after the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act expires on Dec. 19. In a virtual briefing Friday, PNB president and chief executive officer (CEO) Wick Veloso said they registered a big jump in NPLs after it merged with PNB Savings […].....»»
Massive Floods Hit Cagayan and Isabela as Magat Dam Continues to Release Water
“Worst in memory,” said Governor Manuel Mamba, as massive flooding continues in Cagayan and Isabela, already claiming the lives of 9 people while trapping thousands of affected citizens as Magat Dam continues to release water from its reservoir. Mamba said Cagayan was “blindsided” by the floods, with one local disaster official saying the province had […].....»»
Task Force Created to Accelerate Cagayan Relief Efforts
With the ongoing rescue efforts in flood-hit areas in Cagayan Valley, President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the creation of a task force to accelerate the sending of support to the victims of the devastating flood. The task force is composed of government agencies that are relevant to rescue and disaster relief efforts. “Sa madalian, gumawa […].....»»
Megaworld’s Rental Income Recovers in Q3, up 13% QOQ
Property giant Megaworld’s rental income grew 13% to P3.4-billion during the third quarter from P3-billion in the previous quarter as quarantine restrictions have been eased. The company’s office rental business, under the Megaworld Premier Offices brand, continued its growth momentum during the quarter as it grew 6% to P2.96-billion from P2.80-billion in the previous quarter. […].....»»
Accenture Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape
Accenture has been named as a Leader in the latest IDC MarketScape analysis of Asia Pacific SAP® solution implementation services vendors. The report assessed 16 Asia Pacific SAP implementation vendors on the strength of their current SAP implementation service capabilities and how well placed they are to grow the adoption of SAP solutions with their respective […].....»»
Government Commends GMCAC for Contributions to Cebu’s Economy
On its 6th anniversary, the GMR-Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC) was praised by the Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas (OPAV) for contributing much to Cebu economy and the rest of the Visayas. GMCAC, who manages and operates the Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA), is conducting various plans and activities to constantly develop […].....»»
Amendments in PH Bank Secrecy Law Amendment Needed: IMF
Amendments in the Philippine bank secrecy law is needed to further improve regulation of financial institutions, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). IMF said in its financial sector assessment program report that Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regulatory framework is effective for the complexity of the country’s banking system, but may improve on bank […].....»»
DTI Opens P4-B CARES Fund Loan for MSME workers’ 13th Month Pay
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) may borrow from a PHP4 billion Covid-19 Assistance to Restart Enterprises (CARES) fund for their workers’ 13th month pay, according to Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez. The Trade Secretary told reporters through a text message on Tuesday the PHP4 billion for the CARES program is funded by the Bayanihan 2 […].....»»
A Deep Dive on Thrombosis: When Does It Become a Cause for Concern?
If the pandemic has taught us one thing, it is that we should never take our health for granted. From chronic diseases to other potential underlying health conditions, taking care of ourselves in a holistic manner goes a long way to maintaining our overall health and wellbeing. To raise awareness on health and medical concerns […].....»»
World Vision Calls Out Business Leaders For CSR Summit
Child-focused humanitarian agency World Vision convenes business leaders in the Philippines for a two-day virtual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Summit. Dubbed as “Doing Good is Good Business,” the summit focuses on the values of CSR amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The speakers from the different companies showed how they have chosen to help their internal and […].....»»