MORE NEWS…
Redbin Philippines, SleepMD give moms more time to sleep on Mother’s Day
SleepMD, a food supplement brand that helps improve the quality of sleep, wants to turn the tide by launching an advocacy campaign for moms on Mother’s Day. In partnership with creative shop Redbin Philippines, moms were given extra hours of sleep on their special day.
CFCI Recognizes Potential of Cold Chain Industry in the Philippines
Centro Nippon Fruehauf Cooltech Inc is focused towards the growing cold chain industry in the country through it’s brand Cooltech. The company has recognized the immense potential of this industry, which is seeing a significant increase in demand due to the rising need for temperature-controlled transport of perishable goods.
Coffee table book chronicling Robredo’s presidential campaign launched
Former vice president Leni Robredo launched Tuesday a coffee table book featuring iconic moments, and inside stories from her presidential campaign in 2022
Villanueva got money from gov’t contractor; Ejercito, Padilla corporate donors exceed limits
In last year’s national elections, Sen. Joel Villanueva reported receiving P20 million in campaign donation from a corporation holding an active government contract, based on government documents.
Senators call for DOE, NGCP to step up amid widespread blackouts
Senators called on the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) to step up and proactively address the country’s impending power shortage.
Moneyed kin, personal coffers paved Senate victories in 2022
Senatorial candidates in the 2022 polls won fresh terms by financing their campaign with money from family members and money from their own pocket.
5 Villar companies top delinquent taxpayers in Las Piñas, owe city more than P200M
Documents show that companies owned and managed by the Villar family owe Las Piñas more than P200 million in accumulated taxes and penalties. These companies are now asking for tax amnesties amounting to at least P71.6 million.
Taking back control of the power grid
But Tulfo’s concerns should not be ignored. China’s role in the country’s power sector has very serious security implications.
Vitaliano Aguirre’s embroidery work for Rodrigo Duterte
By obstructing justice for his love of Duterte, Aguirre was included in the complaint in the International Criminal Court.
FACT-CHECK: Twitter user falsely claims tech giants have fired thousands of workers due to AI
A Twitter-verified user falsely claimed on May 8 that three tech giants have fired thousands of employees due to the disruption caused by artificial intelligence or AI.
Marcos wants US to collaborate with PH on vaccine institute
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed his desire to receive support from the US to establish the Virology and Vaccine Institute of the Philippines (VVIP), which he has identified as a priority.
PSA: More than 61M national IDs issued
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has issued more than 61 million national IDs, the latest figures from the agency showed.
LTO considers making exams for driver’s license applicants shorter
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is considering cutting the length of its driver’s licensure exams to reduce the public’s reliance on fixers.
Metro Manila healthcare utilization to remain stable — OCTA
The OCTA Research Team has forecasted a rise in the Covid-19 positivity rate in Metro Manila but indicated that it would not result in a surge in the use of healthcare facilities.
OCTA: Metro Manila Covid-19 positivity rate jumps to 4.4%
The OCTA Research Team on Monday reported that the seven-day Covid-19 positivity rate in Metro Manila increased to 4.4 percent.
LRT-1, LRT-2 and MRT3 suspend operations during Holy Week
The Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT3) is scheduled to suspend its operations from April 6 to April 9 for its annual Holy Week maintenance activities.
PressONE.PH is a news and information website covering the Philippines for the Filipino and global audiences. Our mission is to provide OPINION and NEWS that EMPOWER readers and help make sense of the digital and interconnected world. Behind PressONE.PH is a team of experienced reporters and editors committed to the cause of responsible journalism and the free press for the common good, and the fight against fake news and propaganda.
Angat Buhay Foundation turns over new school building, dorm for girls in Bicol
Former vice president Leni Robredo led in the turnover of two school buildings, a school dormitory for girls, and in the recognition ceremony of more than 500 Grade-1 pupils in the Bicol region.
Marcos Jr. appoints OICs of Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has appointed Abdulraof Macacua and Bai Mariam Mangudadatu as officers in charge of the newly established provinces of Maguindanao del Norte and Maguindanao del Sur.
5.7 quake shocks Cagayan
Calayan, Cagayan was rocked by a magnitude 5.7 earthquake on Thursday morning, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said.
Marcos Jr. seals $1.3B in US investment pledges
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. will be bringing to the Philippines more than $1.3 billion worth of investment pledges following his recent five-day official visit to the United States, the Palace said.
Lucio Tan Group Records Highest Net Income in a Decade as Lucio Tan III Assumes Presidency
The group ended 2022 with a PhP25.1 billion attributable net income, which is a 24% increase from the previous year. LTG’s tobacco business contributed 61% of the total attributable net income, followed by Philippine National Bank (PNB) at Php6.61 billion
EVAP goes to Korea for International EV Expo
The trip to Korea was a significant milestone for the EVAP and the Philippine EV industry. The event was a testament to the commitment of the EVAP to promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation solutions in the Philippines.
Redbin Philippines, SleepMD give moms more time to sleep on Mother’s Day
SleepMD, a food supplement brand that helps improve the quality of sleep, wants to turn the tide by launching an advocacy campaign for moms on Mother’s Day. In partnership with creative shop Redbin Philippines, moms were given extra hours of sleep on their special day.
CFCI Recognizes Potential of Cold Chain Industry in the Philippines
Centro Nippon Fruehauf Cooltech Inc is focused towards the growing cold chain industry in the country through it’s brand Cooltech. The company has recognized the immense potential of this industry, which is seeing a significant increase in demand due to the rising need for temperature-controlled transport of perishable goods.
Coffee table book chronicling Robredo’s presidential campaign launched
Former vice president Leni Robredo launched Tuesday a coffee table book featuring iconic moments, and inside stories from her presidential campaign in 2022
Taylor Swift to release ‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)’ on July 7
Taylor Swift has announced that “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” will come out on July 7.
Rosé meets Harry Styles during his concert
BLACKPINK’s Rosé met Harry Styles during the South Korea stop of his world tour.
NMIXX drops comeback song “Love Me Like This”
K-Pop girl group NMIXX released another song “Love Me Like This” as part of its first extended play (EP) “Expérgo.”
USAID, Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project, and Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice Launch Pioneering Program to Protect Journalists
USAID, which has a long history of fostering the growth of independent media across the world, plans to work with Congress to contribute up to $9 million in seed funding for this groundbreaking new program to support media outside the United States.
‘Journalism and Generation Truth’: Journalism research conference returns to UP CMC
PJRC 2023 received more than 100 entries from universities across the country. Stories and research about community issues and journalism challenges topped the shortlist.
Free webinar offers ‘masterclass’ on impact of AI on digital marketing, advertising
Experts in digital marketing and advertising will answer this question as they give a virtual “masterclass” via Zoom webinar on April 26, 2023, Wednesday, at 12 noon.
LA Tenorio diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer
Barangay Ginebra point guard LA Tenorio, who is renowned for his durability and his impressive record of consecutive games played, has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer.
Sprint legend Lydia de Vega succumbs to cancer
By Filipino sprint legend Lydia de Vega-Mercado died on Wednesday at 57 after her bout with cancer, her daughter has announced.De Vega's daughter Stephanie Mercado-de Koenigswarter said the 1980s sprint sensation died at the Makati Medical Center.“On behalf of our...
Bowling legend Bong Coo named PSC commissioner
By Olivia "Bong" Coo, a Filipino bowling legend, has been appointed commissioner of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. made the appointment on Tuesday, July 19.PSC Executive Director Guillermo Iroy Jr. welcomed Coo to her...