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USD 976 million power investment

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte delivers the keynote address at the inauguration of Pagbilao Energy Corporation’s (PEC) 420- megawatt Pagbilao Unit 3 Power Project in...

A quest for Kapampangan flavors

  From Central Luzon to the south of Manila, Crimson Hotel’s Café Eight will be bringing a 13-day Kapampangan culinary feast in partnership with Quest...

PCSO-Palawan branch tops 2017 satisfaction rating

  The Palawan branch of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) based in Puerto Princesa City received the highest ratings from the 2017 Customer Satisfaction...

Beyond the chrysalis: Philippines Graphic interviews Buhay Party-list Rep. Lito Atienza

People stand in awe of stories told and retold that border on the magical: an abandoned child, in the throes of death from advanced...

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by Rene Sebastian ACROSS   1. Fury   5. Butter   9. Factotum 14. Among 15. Coffeepot 17. House guest 19. Vessels, bathe? 20. National...

Companies in the Philippines urged: ​strengthen cybersecurity readiness

Integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions provider Fortinet has advised organizations in the Philippines to make final preparations to abide by the General Data Protection...

Cardinal Sin, St. John Paul II remembered as CMMA celebrates its 40th anniversary

Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA) highlights its bond with two great men who gave meaning and distinction...

Manila Water’s Bulacan unit turns one, vows more service improvement programs

   Manila Water Philippine Ventures unit, Bulacan Water, recently marked its first year of operationsasit vows to continue to undertake rehabilitation programs to improve the...

HSMA Launches Virtus Awards 2018

The HSMA is issuing a call for entries for the forthcoming Virtus Awards—otherwise known in the industry as the Oscars of hotel sales and...

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UP Scientists Identify Plant Boosting Bacteria in Bamboo and Corn

Farmers usually use chemical fertilizers to grow their crops, but these can be expensive and may harm the environment. A more efficient and cheaper alternative is the use of specific microorganisms called plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB). PGPB help plants absorb more nutrients and produce growth hormones that...

Metro Manila: Where 217 Languages Meet—And Some Are Dying Out

Metro Manila hums with voices from all over the Philippines—and the world. In the city’s crowded markets, one might hear Kapampangan, Pangasinan, Chavacano, or even Hokkien and Nepali mingling with the street noise. According to new research published by the London School of Economics’ Southeast Asia Centre,...

Works of local authors to be translated into English under the National Book Development Board’s Translation Subsidy Program

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — THE National Book Development Board (NBDB) announces the 20 grantees selected for its Translation Subsidy Program (TSP)  this year “for local authors who wish to have their works translated into a foreign language.”Out of 32 proposals submitted to the NBDB, 20 grantees were...

New book “Are You Still Watching?” from the Ateneo Press offers an intimate look into the world of Philippine television and film

The entertainment industry is an often wild and sometimes wondrous arena. A lot goes on behind the movie and television magic. A new release from the Ateneo University Press, Are You Still Watching? Dispatches and Essays on Filipino Cinema and TV by Don Jaucian, provides in-depth film...

New book paints an unflinching portrait of power, pain, and protest

In Kuwentong Butsero, author J.L. Chua takes readers on a visceral journey through 10 Filipino short stories that weave violence, social critique, and psychological torment. On the surface, this book presents gritty, graphic, and unapologetic tales of contemporary Filipino life. But underneath its raw exterior lies something deeper:...

Where Faith Takes Root: Eternal Gardens and the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ

There is something sacred in places where time stands still—where the wind softens, the land opens, and statues do not mourn, but quietly proclaim hope. For nearly five decades, Eternal Gardens has been more than a resting place. It is a sanctuary shaped by faith, tradition, and a...

Benchmark Consulting hosts 2025 Leadership Conference; President Julius Ordoñez named Asia’s Distinguished Leader in Professional Coaching

Benchmark Consulting, a trailblazer in coaching and leadership development in the Philippines and Asia, is mounting its highly anticipated e-conference this September with the theme: “Digitalization + Authentic Connection = Next Level Leaders.” The event comes at a critical time when businesses are grappling with constant disruption,...

Nibertex Closes US$7M Series A Funding Round Led by TNB Aura to Scale PFAS-Free Textile Membrane Production

Deep-tech manufacturer raises Series A funding of US$7M as global demand surges for sustainable textile alternatives Manila, Philippines August 8 2025—Nibertex, a leading deep-tech manufacturing company specialising in PFAS-free waterproof and breathable textile membranes, today announced the successful closure of its US$7 million Series A funding round. The...

After years of space struggles, Laoag school gains room to grow

Few would expect that a top-performing school like Buttong Integrated School (BuIS) in Laoag City has long struggled with space and facility limitations.  Known for its excellence in campus journalism, drum and lyre competitions, sports meets, and cleanliness, BuIS continues to thrive despite its constraints. Originally built to serve...

SNAP wins NordCham Community Impact Award for empowering its host communities

Renewable energy solutions provider SN Aboitiz Power Group (SNAP) won the Community Impact Award at the 2025 Nordic Chamber of Commerce (NordCham) Business Awards, held on August 6 at the BDO Tower Valero in Makati. The award is one of the categories of the annual 2025 NordCham Awards....

ECMP expansion continues as SHFC approves Albay project

The Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) has approved the application of Pagkamoot Village-1 Homeowners’ Association, Inc. in Tabaco City, Albay under the Enhanced Community Mortgage Program (ECMP), marking another milestone in its mission to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing under the expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa...

VeeWise Pubstomp in Manila: A Massive Celebration of the Esports World Cup 2025 for MLBB Fans

On August 1 and 2, Manila hosted a special event for the Filipino esports community called VeeWise Pubstomp, dedicated to the global tournament Esports World Cup 2025 in Saudi Arabia. But this was more than just a viewing party. It became a full-on fan experience built around...