The Department of Transportation (DOTr) joined the celebration of the Philippine Railways Institute (PRI)’s 5th founding anniversary with the theme: ‘High 5 PRI: Railway Ascending thru Innovation and Learning’. Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista lauded PRI’s hard work and dedication to develop training programs and materials, and further conducting research and development for the upgrade of the railways sector. “I …

Asian countries are working collectively to be at the forefront of the global shift towards attaining environmentally sustainable transport, Transportation Undersecretary Timothy John Batan said. Usec. Batan said Asian countries have made considerable progress towards low carbon pathways and economic resilience. These achievements, according to Usec. Batan, include curbing fossil fuel subsidies, leading the global road construction and rail expansion …

SAN NARCISO, Zambales — Elmer Francisco U. Sarmiento, Undersecretary for Maritime of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), visited the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) to get updated on the academy’s operations, challenges and accomplishments. Undersecretary Sarmiento said DOTr “will be informed of what’s happening in PMMA—the issues and challenges—and to appreciate PMMA’s accomplishments.” “Because of various administrative and legislative actions, …

By Rose de la Cruz This story sounds familiar. It was just last year that the National Food Authority went in hot water because it sold its supposedly nearly rotting rice to traders at a very low price of P25 per kg. – for their repacking and sale to the marketplace at current market value. For this, the NFA leadership …

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BingoPlus, your comprehensive digital entertainment platform in the country, has always been supportive of Chelsea Manalo since she was pre-competing for the Miss Universe 2024. As she brought home the historic title of Miss Universe Asia, the brand formally welcomed her to the Philippines. BingoPlus held Manalo’s homecoming presscon on December 14, 2024, at the Empire Studio. Manalo graced the …

BingoPlus, your comprehensive digital entertainment platform in the country, upheld the Christmas party of the Philippine Association of National Advertisers (PANA). The event transpired at a hotel in BGC, Taguig on December 12, 2024. The significant occasion highlighted the recognition of new members of advertisers. PANA is partnering with DigiPlus, the parent company of BingoPlus, was mentioned alongside TGXI and …

Contecon Guayaquil S.A. (CGSA), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Ecuadorian business unit, received the inaugural call of Kota Eagle, the largest and most modern container ship of Pacific International Lines (PIL). This marks a significant development for Ecuador’s foreign trade and confirms Guayaquil as a strategic port on global shipping routes. The Kota Eagle features low environmental impact technology, operating …

By Rose de la Cruz By now nobody remembers the numerous anomalies perpetrated by the National Food Authority when it monopolized the rice market from 1972 to 2019. Abuses like over-importation and politicizing the staple to towns and cities closest to past administrations was rampant and there was even one incident when a vessel-load of rice was sunk in mid-sea …

SM Foundation upgrades vital Quezon City community health center For most Filipinos, a visit to the doctor is often the last option.  Those experiencing symptoms would opt for home treatment until, in many cases, the illness had already progressed and would require more complicated treatment. This often leads to a multitude of problems, including higher costs and additional strain on …