News & Current Events

Advisory: Areas to  avoid for November 25 Grand Rally
November 23, 2016

Advisory: Areas to  avoid for November 25 Grand Rally

Martial Law victims and protesters will be marching along the streets of Manila on November 25 to show their stand on the issue regarding Former President Marcos’ burial at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
Caticlan airport expands runway and terminal to accommodate bigger planes
November 22, 2016

Caticlan airport expands runway and terminal to accommodate bigger planes

Some foreign airlines were already looking forward for international flights at the Caticlan Airport, as it expands to a length of 1,800 meters.
Philippines rank 13th in the English Proficiency Index (EPI) worldwide
November 23, 2016

Philippines rank 13th in the English Proficiency Index (EPI) worldwide

The Philippines made it to the top 15 countries worldwide with the best non-native English speakers in the world, as released by an international education company, Education First (EF) Ltd., on November 15 (Tuesday).
Marcos burial: Reactions and what comes next
November 22, 2016

Marcos burial: Reactions and what comes next

Here's a short list of reactions and what might happen now that the remains of former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. lay at the Heroes' Cemetery.
Philippines adopt new UnionPay chip card standard
November 22, 2016

Philippines adopt new UnionPay chip card standard

The major switch network in the Philippines will adopt UnionPay's new chip card standard.
Russia to import $2.5B worth of PH Agricultural products
November 22, 2016

Russia to import $2.5B worth of PH Agricultural products

In a report by Inquirer.net, according to Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez, the Russian side is committed to buy an estimated $2.5 billion worth of Philippine Agriculture.
Philippines rank 5th in Asia’s gold production industry
November 21, 2016

Philippines rank 5th in Asia’s gold production industry

The Philippines ranked fifth on the list of top gold-producing countries in Asia. China led this list, after its gold production rose from 12 tons in 2005 to 397 tons in 2013.
Filipinos bag top honors at APEC 2016 Photo Contest
November 21, 2016

Filipinos bag top honors at APEC 2016 Photo Contest

The 2016 APEC Photo Contest winners were announced last Tuesday, November 15, and a pair of Filipino photographers brought home top honors.
Embassy of Sweden in PH reopens in November
November 19, 2016

Embassy of Sweden in PH reopens in November

The Embassy of Sweden on November 8, 2016 reopened in Taguig City to pave the way for improvement of Philippine-Swedish relations.
PNR targets to resume Manila-Naga route this December
November 17, 2016

PNR targets to resume Manila-Naga route this December

Philippine National Railways (PNR) targets to recommend the resumption of the Manila-Naga-Manila operations by December 15, 2016.
$50-B Cavite project targets to create “Philippine Global Gateway”
November 18, 2016

$50-B Cavite project targets to create “Philippine Global Gateway”

In a report published by The Standard, a $50-billion airport and seaport project plan off the coast of Sangley Point in Cavite was already signed by the Belle and Solar Group’s All-Asia Resources and Reclamation Corp. (ARRC). Image grabbed from arrc.asia The shareholders’ agreement was signed last October 29, 2016 for the “Philippine Global Gateway Project.” According to ARRC, the proposed plan is to develop an integrated and multi-modal transport and logistics hub composed of an airport, seaport, and Special Economic Zone (SEZ). It also targets the rehabilitation of the existing Danilo Atienza Airbase for commercial use of General Aviation (GA) and Low-Cost Carrier (LCC). According to Philippine Star, the […]
Philippines is Asia’s fastest growing economy, up 7.1% in 3rd quarter
November 18, 2016

Philippines is Asia’s fastest growing economy, up 7.1% in 3rd quarter

The Philippines has surpassed China’s third quarter growth rate at 6.7%, and Vietnam’s, at 6.4%.
MMPC Auto Financial Services Corp. launches “Auto Finance Business”
November 18, 2016

MMPC Auto Financial Services Corp. launches “Auto Finance Business”

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. Auto Financial Services Corp. (MAFS) officially announces the start of its auto finance operations for Mitsubishi vehicle buyers in Metro Manila and selected provinces in Luzon.
Duterte’s APEC debut in Peru piques International Media’s interest
November 17, 2016

Duterte’s APEC debut in Peru piques International Media’s interest

Foreign media has been eyeing on the next statement as to what President Rodrigo has to say at the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Summit in Peru on November 19-21.
Cocio Energy: Asia’s Tastiest Energy Boost
November 16, 2016

Cocio Energy: Asia’s Tastiest Energy Boost

Get the country’s very first chocolate and coffee flavored energy drink as Danish brand—Cocio—introduces “Cocio Energy” exclusively available at 7-eleven stores starting November 23, 2016.
Environmental-friendly power plants to be constructed in Batangas
November 14, 2016

Environmental-friendly power plants to be constructed in Batangas

2 natural, gas-fired power plants are expected to open in Batangas to boost the power supply in the country.
More Clark-Hongkong flights this December
November 16, 2016

More Clark-Hongkong flights this December

Hong Kong-based international airline, Dragonair, is set to increase its Clark-Hong Kong route to six times per week this December at Clark International Airport (CRK) in Pampanga.
The Department of Health targets rabies-free PH by 2020
November 16, 2016

The Department of Health targets rabies-free PH by 2020

The Department of Health (DOH) is eyeing to make the Philippines rabies-free by year 2020, and can be achieved through prevention and awareness.
Puerto Princesa International Airport to open in March 2017
November 15, 2016

Puerto Princesa International Airport to open in March 2017

Puerto Princesa International Airport opens on March 2017 after its expansion project.
PayMaya Philippines partners with JCB to bring “unique” payment experience
November 15, 2016

PayMaya Philippines partners with JCB to bring “unique” payment experience

PayMaya have partnered with JCB International Co., Ltd. for the JCB Merchant Acquiring and Card Issuing business in the Philippines.