News & Current Events

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.
MMDA enforces motorcycle lane policy
November 15, 2016

MMDA enforces motorcycle lane policy

The Manila Metropolitan Development Authority (MMDA) has strictly implemented the motorcycle lane policy on major thoroughfares in Metro Manila since yesterday, November 14. Image grabbed from Philippine Star. According to a report published by GMA News, 162 motorists are already arrested in its first day of implementation. “The policy, which will be implemented in EDSA, C-5, Macapagal Avenue, and Commonwealth Avenue, aims to ease traffic congestion and reduce the number of fatal accidents involving motorcycles”- said by MMDA General Manager Tim Orbos in a report published by ABS-CBN news. “Our objective here is not only to move people faster but also make sure they reach their destinations safely,” he added. […]
‘Supermoon’ to appear on Nov. 14
November 14, 2016

‘Supermoon’ to appear on Nov. 14

Watch out for the supermoon tonight at 7:21 p.m. and don’t miss the chance to see the biggest and brightest moon to appear after 68 years.
New and improved Postal ID now a primary document for passport application
November 14, 2016

New and improved Postal ID now a primary document for passport application

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) will now be accepting the new and digitized postal ID as a primary document in passport applications.
Duterte and Trump might just get along, political analysts say
November 14, 2016

Duterte and Trump might just get along, political analysts say

President Rodrigo Duterte and US President-Elect Donald Trump may not be on the same boat when it comes to voicing their opinions on each other’s countries, but analysts say that they actually might get along with each other.
Sarah Geronimo wins ‘Best Asian Performer’ in Classic Rock Awards 2016
November 14, 2016

Sarah Geronimo wins ‘Best Asian Performer’ in Classic Rock Awards 2016

Pop-star royalty and TV personality Sarah Geronimo was named as this year's "Best Asian Performer" during the Classic Rock Awards 2016 held in Ryogoku Kokugikan Stadium in Tokyo, Japan last November 11, Friday.
DOST to explore including robots for research and dev’t in PH
November 11, 2016

DOST to explore including robots for research and dev’t in PH

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is looking to include artificial intelligence (AI) for research and development in the Philippines, in the next five years.
Newer and faster trains to be expected by 2017
November 13, 2016

Newer and faster trains to be expected by 2017

The Metro Rail Transit-3 (MRT-3) management plans to bring in new and faster trains that would carry more passengers by next year.
Japan confers ‘imperial honor’ to PH Senator Franklin Drilon
November 11, 2016

Japan confers ‘imperial honor’ to PH Senator Franklin Drilon

Japan government has conferred the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun on Senate President Pro-Tempore Franklin Drilon on November 3, 2016.
DICT to bring faster internet by 2017
November 08, 2016

DICT to bring faster internet by 2017

Filipinos can now expect to have faster internet by 2017, according to the Department of Information Communications and Technology (DICT).