ISA Upholds commitment for ‘transformative governance’ at Public Governance Forum 2023
The Institute of Solidarity in Asia (ISA) reaffirmed its commitment to “transformative governance” during the culmination of its annual Public Governance Forum (PGF).
Two public hospitals receive highest recognition from Institute for Solidarity in Asia
Two public hospitals passed the fourth and final stage of the Performance Governance System (PGS) and were conferred the Gold Trailblazer Award, the highest PGS recognition from the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA).
Discounted document fees for poor job seekers pushed in Senate
A bill seeking to provide a 20-percent discount for indigent job applicants on government document charges was filed by Sen. Lito Lapid.
LTFRB approves P1 provisional jeepney fare hike effective Oct. 8
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has granted approval for a P1 provisional fare hike for both traditional and modern public utility jeepneys (PUJ) across the country, effective Oct. 8.
Cybercrimes in Metro Manila up by 152% for first half of 2023
Cybercrimes in the National Capital Region (NCR) rose by 152 percent during the first half of the year according to the Philippine National Police
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.
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Teachmint showcases school mgmt system at CEAP convention
CEBU CITY — Teachmint, creator of the Integrated School Platform, showcased its cutting edge software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering at the 2023 CEAP National Convention as a school technology partner.
UP Mindanao’s 3rd Summa Cum Laude hails student-teacher-parent collaboration
Leading its 25th Commencement Exercises, University of the Philippines-Mindanao summa cum laude and class valedictorian, Meluzvia Marie Amora stressed the need for cooperation between scholars, their parents and their educators during her valedictory address.
Tagum diocese inaugurates ‘reinvigorated’ Christ the King Hospital
The Diocese of Tagum inaugurated the Christ the King Specialist Hospital (CKSH) at the site where its first hospital, founded 60 years ago, was established by its first bishop.
PDIC maintains ISO certifications for bank examination, loan management processes
State deposit insurer, Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) announced that it has maintained its ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems certification for bank examination and loan management following a surveillance audit conducted by France-based Socotec Certification International in Nov. 2023
PDIC to hold e-bidding of commercial and residential lots
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation is set to bid-out 32 residential lots with improvements, 24 residential lots, two commercial lots with improvements, and a mixed residential/commercial lot with improvements through e-bidding starting July 26 until 27.
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.
SleepMD enters gaming space to help gamers fall asleep at night
In partnership with Redbin Philippines, SleepMD, a sleeping supplement brand, entered this space with the goal of making itself relevant to the young, sleepless, and competitive gaming market.
UK launches ‘Women in STEM’ Scholarships for ASEAN women
ASEAN-UK SAGE is the UK’s flagship education program in Southeast Asia, supporting girls and marginalized communities to access education and improve foundational learning.
Teachmint announces strategic partnership with with aSc Timetables to automate and optimize scheduling for schools
eachmint and aSc Timetables have today announced a strategic partnership to harness the synergy of aSc’s scheduling prowess with Teachmint’s renowned school management platform, creating a unified solution that empowers educational institutions worldwide.
La Salle-Dasma student gets nod at int’l student film fest
A De La Salle University – Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) student’s film was among the quarter-finalists for Best Short Film at the 2023 Student World Impact Film Festival (SWIFF).
Dolly de Leon gets invite to become member of academy that awards Oscars
Critically acclaimed Filipino actress Dolly de Leon has been invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organization behind the award-giving body Oscars.
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.
PPI reinforces viability, innovation on 60th anniversary
On its 60th year, PPI organizes three assemblies and hosts two major awards from April 24 to 26 at Century Park in Manila: General Membership Meeting, Outstanding Stories on Breast Cancer, National Press Forum, Community Press Awards, and Learning Exchange Forum.
PressOne.PH launches advocacy campaign to test effects of fake news on children
PressOne.PH has launched an advocacy campaign to raise awareness about the adverse effects of fake news on the younger generation, with Redbin Philippines as its creative agency partner.
Advocates urge news media to shun sensationalized reporting on HIV
Advocacy groups and the Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday, Nov. 29, released a media guide to help Filipino journalists and news outlets to shift from sensationalized to a more “truthful, empowering, and human-rights based” approach in reporting about the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
The green and red flags of basketball varsity recruitment
In today’s basketball landscape in schools, colleges, and universities, many factors come into play, like the school’s tradition and values, the coach, his basketball and values system, and team sponsors and benefactors.
PH clinches 4th victory as AP Bren secures M5 World Championship
After a close 3-3 score before the final game, AP Bren seized the M5 World Championship of Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB), securing the country’s fourth victory and making them the first team to ever claim the championship twice.
KKD dazzles as F2 escapes Cignal to take shared Pool B top-seed
Kim Kianna Dy lifted F2 Logistics Cargo Movers after a nerve-frazzling 25-20, 30-28, 23-25, 25-22 cushion over Cignal HD Spikers to secure a shared lead in the Pool B of 2023 Premier Volleyball League Invitational last Saturday.