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SSS partners with UBP for the issuance of UMID Pay Cards to members starting Q4 2022

The Social Security System (SSS) and UnionBank of the Philippines (UBP) signed a memorandum of agreement that will allow SSS members to acquire Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Pay Cards through the UBP. Aside from being a valid government-issued ID, the UMID Pay Card will...

A visit to the restored La Loma Chapel

Spanish Ambassador Jorge Moragas and Instituto Cervantes-Manila Director  Javier Galvan recently visited the newly restored La Loma Chapel. The restoration of the chapel facade was the product of the efforts between Escuela Taller de Filipinas Foundation, Inc. or Escuela Taller and the Diocese of...

SSS members’ mandatory provident fund generates income of ₱333.77 million and returns of 6.39% in its first year

The Social Security System (SSS) said that the pension fund’s mandatory provident fund for its members called the Workers’ Investment and Saving Program (WISP) generated an income of ₱333.77 million with a corresponding return of 6.39% in the first year of its implementation. SSS...

Philippines and France celebrate 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations

France and the Philippines share dynamic and diverse ties that developed throughout the two countries’ shared history. This year, both countries mark the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations with a stronger commitment to strengthening and expanding the franco-philippine partnership in many areas,...

Security guard wins appeal at ECC

The Employees’ Compensation Commission (ECC) recently reversed the Social Security System’s decision and granted disability benefit to a security guard for his knee amputation. In 2004, a 42-year-old security guard went home earlier than his usual working hours. He was about to board a...

DigiCon 2022 set to highlight the startup economy

The Internet & Mobile Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP) has finally unveiled this year’s theme for the biggest and most anticipated Digital conference in the country. DigiCon Valley 2022 will tackle the landscape of digital marketing transformation with brands, advertising professionals, and business...

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A health worker’s 2nd home: San Fernando, Cebu Primary Healthcare Facility

Healthcare facilities are essential pillars of every community, ensuring that residents conveniently get the medical care and attention they deserve. Dr. Alfredo P. Manugas VI,...

Frotea Announces its Sweet Rebrand

Aims to be the New Favorite Milktea Dessert Brand of Filipinos Frotea, the beloved Palawan-based milk tea brand, is reaching new heights as it proudly...

SM City Lucena Wins Grand Prize

SM City Lucena wins the Grand Prize during the annual festivities of the city’s Pasayahan Festival. This year's floats' theme is Grand Mardi Gras...

FinTech Alliance.PH brings the biggest Inclusion & Digital Transformation Summit

Fintech Alliance.PH, the country’s leading and largest association of fintech and digital players, is hosting the second edition of Inclusion and Digital Transformation (INDX)...