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14 October

Hongqi E-HS7, E-H7 receive 5-star Euro NCAP Safety Rating

Hongqi’s newest flagship electric models — the E-H7 and the E-HS7 – both scored 5-Star Ratings in the Euro NCAP standardized safety test to add to Hongqi’s already stellar record for safety. Its E-HS9 had also previously received a 5-Star Rating from the Euro NCAP. “As faithful Hongqi owners know, the moment you step into a Hongqi vehicle, you immediately …

14 October

Shell LubeAnalyst, LubeOptimiser service partners

Shell, with its growing network of mobility stations, robust B2B partnerships and expanding non-fuels offers, is also a technical services partner providing predictive, data-driven solutions and sustainable maintenance to help prolong equipment life and minimize the need for reactive maintenance. Its two flagship services are Shell LubeAnalyst and Shell LubeOptimiser. From manufacturing to logistics, Shell Pilipinas delivers smarter lubrication solutions …

13 October

Dennis, Arisa win Gawad Urian; Jojit, Mylene bag Cinemalaya acting honors

by Boy Villasanta In two consecutive nights, local cinema has enjoyed appreciation from two respected award-giving bodies. Sunday evening saw the harvests of Philippine films in their glorious distinction. After ten (10) days of showing full-length features and short films, the 2025 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival handed out its bests of the best during its awarding ceremony at the Red …

13 October

Can DPWH-built infrastructure survive the ‘Big One’?

By Jesse C. Ong The recent wave of strong earthquakes that rocked different parts of the country has reignited fears of the dreaded “Big One” and brought renewed scrutiny to the durability of public infrastructure built under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). On Friday morning, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Davao Oriental, shaking large portions of Mindanao …

13 October

EU announces ₱50-M assistance for Cebu quake victims, eyes also to aid DavOr

The European Union (EU) has announced 750,000 euros (about ₱50 million) in humanitarian aid for victims of the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu province on September 30, even as it assesses possible assistance for communities hit by Friday’s powerful tremors in Davao Oriental. In a statement, the EU Delegation in Manila said the fresh funding will provide emergency shelter, …

13 October

Ban lifted on import of live birds, poultry products from New Zealand

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted its temporary ban on the importation of domestic and wild birds, as well as poultry products, from New Zealand after confirming the country’s clearance from avian influenza. In Memorandum Order No. 62 signed by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Thursday, the DA said the lifting takes effect immediately following the World …

13 October

AMLC freezes more assets linked to flood control project scam

The government’s anti-corruption drive gained further traction after the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) secured its sixth freeze order from the Court of Appeals (CA) on Friday, covering dozens of new assets linked to alleged irregularities in multi-billion peso flood control projects. The latest order covers 39 bank accounts, four insurance policies, and 59 real estate properties consisting of residential, commercial, …

13 October

PCW reaffirms zero tolerance for sexual harassment in Manila Council row

The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment following reports that a member of the Manila City Council allegedly harassed a fellow councilor during a regular session of the Sangguniang Panlungsod. In a statement, the PCW expressed deep concern over the incident and reminded all public officials that sexual harassment and other gender-based offenses …

13 October

Philippines, Quezon City shine at Global Open Gov Awards

The Philippines and Quezon City earned major recognition for transparency, civic engagement, and open governance at the 2025 Open Gov Challenge Awards during the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Global Summit in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain. Quezon City was named Regional Winner for Asia and the Pacific and received the Thematic Award for Civic Space, while the Philippines won the Thematic Award for …

13 October

DSWD sends over ₱600,000 in aid to Davao Oriental quake victims

Following the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck the town of Manay, Davao Oriental on Friday morning, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) immediately deployed assistance worth ₱615,000 to affected communities. The initial relief included 50 family food packs (FFPs) to be cooked into hot meals through the agency’s mobile kitchen and 606 boxes of ready-to-eat food (RTEF) for …

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