Energy Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevara says renewables would “overtake” coal plants by 2028 as the country would focus on offshore wind. PHOTO COURTESY OF PN

PH defends coal use in power mix

THE government said the Philippines’ coal use could not be compared to more developed countries, like China and Indonesia, due to “significant differences” in...
BingoPlus Day Cebu Carnival on July 27, 2024 will feature Erik Santos, Yeng Constantino, Jason Dy, Tony Labrusca, Zephanie, Dia Mate, Miss Universe Philippines Chelsea Manalo, Miss BingoPlus Universe Maica Martinez, Miss Charm Philippines Cyrille Payumo, Miss Philippines Eco International Alexie Mae Brooks, and P-pop groups.

BingoPlus brings carnival feels to town for BP Day Cebu 2024

GET READY for a weekend of fun as BingoPlus, your comprehensive entertainment platform in the country and provider of your favorite online tongits, bingo...
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PH airports going paperless with enhanced eTravel

THE Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Bureau of Customs said Philippine airports are set to go paperless with the enhanced...
Passenger cars sold a total of 59,875 units in the first half of 2024 from 50,848 units in the same period last year. DARLANA PHOTO

PH vehicle sales up 11.8% in H1 2024

AUTOMOTIVE vehicle sales in the country improved by 11.8 percent from January to June 2024 to 226,279 units from 202,415 units in the same...
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How ERP Systems Simplify BIR Compliance for Businesses

The process of staying compliant with BIR regulations is a grueling task for any business, but it can be particularly hard on firms that...
The Philippine Ports Authority says the Alegria cruise ship port construction will be completed in 900 calendar days from the receipt of Notice to Proceed by International Builders Corp. PPA PHOTO

P743-M cruise ship port to rise in Buruanga

KALIBO, Aklan – The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), through its Bids and Awards Committee, has awarded the P743-million contract to the winning bidder to...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. says that the MSME Development Plan is structured around further improving the business environment, enhancing the skills and innovation, and expanding market access." BONGBONG MARCOS/FACEBOOK PHOTO

Marcos to issue EO on MSME dev’t plan

PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is set to issue an executive order (EO) that will institutionalize the MSME Development Plan, which aims to improve...

FINAL CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR PAGCOR PHOTO CONTEST 2024

With only three weeks left before the July 31 deadline, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation is calling all photography enthusiasts to submit their...

SSS pays tribute to late public affairs head Sammy Santos

The Social Security System (SSS) today paid tribute to veteran journalist and its public affairs head, Sammy Santos, who passed away on Saturday, June...
“We have already done profiling of those who will be affected just in case magkaroon talaga ng desisyon na isara iyan,” says Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma, referring to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators or POGOs.

DOLE studying possible impact of POGO ban

DEPARTMENT of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said on Tuesday, July 9, that they are already checking the numbers to see how...