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House denies Speaker's P1.8-billion travel fund
House of Representatives Secretary General Reginald Velasco on Tuesday denied allegations that Speaker Martin Romualdez has a PHP1.8 billion travel fund, calling these claims "completely unfounded" and "categorically false." according to a report by Philippine News Agency. ...
Batangas bettor wins P42-million Mega Lotto jackpot
A lone bettor from Batangas can look forward to a merrier Christmas after hitting the PHP42-million jackpot of the Mega Lotto 6/45 draw on Monday night, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. In an advisory Tuesday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said the bettor'...
NEDA wants solicited biding for MRT-3, LRT-2 operations
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) prefers to get solicited bids for the operations and maintenance (O&M) of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) and Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2), Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said in a report by Philippine News Agency. Balisacan sa...
Pascual outlines DTI's strategic initiatives to advance economic growth
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual outlined the DTI’s strategic initiatives to bolster the country's economic growth trajectory amidst domestic and global challenges during the Pilipinas Conference 2023 held at The Peninsula Manila. He discussed the Department&rs...
SMC, Ayala sign agreement to link Arca South to Skyway Stage 4
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) and Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) have signed an Integration Agreement to connect the Arca South on and off ramps into the Skyway system via the upcoming South East Metro Manila Expressway (SEMME) or Skyway Stage 4 project. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in ad...
Mayor Commends Mandaluyong's Teacher Seminar on Work-Life Balance
Mandaluyong City Mayor Ben Abalos extended warm congratulations to the Schools Division Office (SDO) Mandaluyong for organizing a work-life balance seminar aimed at public school educators within the city. The seminar served as a vital platform for teachers to explore and implement effective strateg...
iACADEMY joins blood donation drive
In a bid to make a tangible difference in the community, iACADEMY collaborated with the Philippine National Red Cross, Rizal Chapter, Makati Branch, for a Blood Donation Drive on October 20, 2023. This initiative falls under the auspices of the Social Orientation and Community Involvement unit (SOCI...
Stock market extends gains
The local bourse continued to rally for the fifth consecutive days following the lower unemployment data, while the peso slightly gained but still closed sideways during mid-week’s trading, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index (PS...
MWSS, K-Water sign agreement on green initiatives
The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Korea Water Resources Development Corporation (K-Water) to ensure inclusion of best practices and capacity-building strategies in the nation’s water security management and water supply m...
Mandaluyong Joins 4th Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill
In a proactive move to enhance its emergency preparedness, Mandaluyong City, led by Mayor Ben Abalos, actively took part in the 4th Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill. The city's participation underscored its dedication to the safety and well-being of its residents. During the dri...