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The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) surpassed its 2024 collection target, reaching a total of P2.84 trillion, marking the first time in 20 years that it has exceeded its goal. “The BIR has collected at least P2.848 trillion for 2024. All credit belongs to the men and women of the BIR. Mabuhay po kayong lahat!” BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. …

Personal remittances from overseas Filipinos grew by 3.5 percent in November 2024, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). The BSP’s latest data revealed that personal remittances totaled USD3.12 billion in November, up from USD3.02 billion in the same month last year, driven by higher contributions from both land- and sea-based workers. Personal remittances include cash sent via banks …

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) attained a milestone achievement by surpassing the P2.848 trillion Emerging Goal target set by the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) last March 2024. Although the numbers are still being finalized, the BIR confirmed that they have definitely reached the Php 2.848 trillion mark for 2024. “The exact figures will be finalized by around mid-February, …

BingoPlus, the country’s most comprehensive digital entertainment platform, celebrated yet another milestone. A lucky player won a massive jackpot prize of 312 million pesos. To commemorate this big win, a special awarding ceremony took place on January 10, 2025 at a hotel in Manila. Doubling the previous jackpot prize, the avid BingoPlus player broke the record for winning the biggest …

METRO MANILA – BingoPlus, your comprehensive digital entertainment platform in the country, hosted another exciting movie experience with the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival entry, The Kingdom, starring BingoPlus male endorser Piolo Pascual, on January 9, 2025. The Kingdom is set in an alternate reality where the Philippines was never colonized, referred to as the “Kingdom of Kalayaan.” Piolo Pascual …

Leading home improvement retailer MR.DIY Philippines marks a major milestone with the opening of its 700th store in Bagontaas, Valencia City, Bukidnon. Dubbed as the “City of Golden Harvest,” and Bukidnon’s economic hub, Valencia blends agricultural richness with growing commercial activity, serving as a lifeline for surrounding communities. This new store highlights MR.DIY’s commitment to bridging urban and rural gaps, …

The Philippine economy stands out as a global outperformer, bolstered by robust domestic consumption and a favorable demographic profile. Despite facing global headwinds, the nation continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth potential. Dante Tinga Jr., Senior Vice President at BDO Unibank’s Investor Relations Group, highlighted this optimistic outlook during an exclusive economic briefing for BDO’s Japanese clients. Addressing an …

The year 2024 was another unforgettable year for the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Quezon City Chapter.  Last April, its new building located inside the Quezon City Hall compound was inaugurated coinciding with the 77th founding anniversary of the humanitarian organization.  Last December, the PRC Quezon City Chapter inaugurated its blood center clinical laboratory. The blood center clinical laboratory was established …

Manila Water Foundation (MWF), the social development arm of East Zone concessionaire Manila Water Company, held a series of hygiene and wellness education and donations events to encourage everyone to maintain good health and well-being. In partnership with Unilever Philippines, MWF held a hygiene education and sanitation caravan in key cities in Luzon to remind the public, especially the youth, …

THE International Series breaks new ground in 2025 with the addition of the International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus. The addition is the latest to a burgeoning schedule that expands the pathway to LIV Golf into an impressive mix of brand-new golf markets and legacy destinations. The inaugural tournament, which will take place on October 23-26 October at a venue …