Philippines

Anthony Mark Emocling, a University of Baguio alumnus, made history as the first blind bar passer in the Philippines. Emocling was an inspiration to many since he surmounted challenges and broke down barriers to complete his legal studies at the University of Baguio and pass the Philippine bar exams. Emocling lost his vision at the age of five due to …

The recent oil leak has had a significant impact on the fishing business in Oriental Mindoro. A fishing restriction has been imposed to aid in the recovery of the ecosystem, although it is projected that the province has lost P400 million in revenue as a result. Former Senator Bongbong Marcos visited the destroyed region to check how things were and …

Do you have a passion for traveling and discovering the stunning scenery and unique customs of the Philippines? Create a personalized map to document your travel experiences and showcase your adventurous spirit in a fun and engaging way. A team of travel enthusiasts has developed a DIY map that enables Filipinos to track their domestic travels by pinning the locations …

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) released a report yesterday showing that although the number of unemployed Filipinos increased in February compared to the prior month, the quality of employment that was available improved. National Statistician Dennis Mapa stated in a press briefing that according to preliminary findings from the PSA’s Labor Force Survey, there were 2.47 million more unemployed people …

Different people had different reactions to the latest Pulse Asia study that found almost eight out of 10 Filipinos approve the plan to implement ROTC for all college students. While some have welcomed the findings of the study, others have raised suspicion and dubbed it “False Asia” on social media. Some social media users have questioned the survey’s legitimacy and …

Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have denounced what they see as arbitrary immigration restrictions imposed on departing Filipinos, expressing concern about the impact on their livelihoods and families. The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) recently issued a memorandum circular limiting the departure of Filipino employees to specific nations, citing labor abuse and exploitation concerns. The OFW association, on the other hand, …

The Kuwaiti government has declared Eid Al-Fitr holidays for public sector employees, a move that is anticipated to bolster the holiday sentiment and provide much-needed relief to workers during the joyous occasion. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Civil Service, is consistent with the government’s ongoing efforts to promote a healthy work-life balance and recognize its employees’ contributions. Eid …

In a parody of the newest Korean crime action flick Kill Boksoon, Rufa Mae Quinto demonstrates her style of comedy and acting abilities. The parody movie titled Kill Boksoon: Todo Na ‘To and released to Netflix’s social media channels depicts Rufa as the eponymous character purchasing fish sauce at a 70% discount. Nevertheless, the cashier informs her that the promotion …

Aljur Abrenica acknowledged, after months of suspicion, that one of the reasons his marriage to Kylie Padilla ended was because he had cheated on her. The actor discussed his relationship in an episode of Toni Talks that aired on Sunday, April 2. Toni Gonzaga addressed Aljur directly about the infidelity claims that surrounded their breakup, and the actor responded in …

BDO Unibank, the largest bank in the Philippines, has partnered with Hyakujushi Bank, a regional bank established in Japan, in a move that will increase BDO’s presence in the Japanese market and provide enhanced financial services to both Japanese and Filipino customers. Under the terms of the agreement, BDO and Hyakujushi Bank will work together to provide trade financing, remittance …