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11 May

US will continue to support Phl infrastructure modernization projects

The United States has reinforced its commitment to the Philippines’ infrastructure modernization efforts by continuing the support and raising funding for the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) despite the Trump administration halting some US government financing programs in different countries. Office Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs (OSAPIEA) Secretary Frederick Go said in a statement last week, that …

11 May

To be or not to be…good for the welfare of the people

Much has been said about movie, television and stage actors running and serving the government. Whether the comments are favorable to them or not, the most important thing is the way they would perform their duties and responsibilities to the public, to their constituents, if they win in the 2025 midterm polls. From the local council to the Senate, the …

11 May

Ricky Davao and Amay Bisaya: Two extremes of showbiz icons

by Boy Villasanta The deaths of actors Ricky Davao and Amay Bisaya have offered a discussion of how the two distinct showbiz personalities have affected and influenced the public consciousness and the entertainment industry. Two icons with two or more extreme attributes. Amay, Robert Gloria Reyes in real life, started his television, film and stage career as a production utility …

11 May

Perfumery entrepreneur Joel Cruz plays Hermano Mayor at UST Santacruzan

It is Maytime festivities once more. And one of the traditional and colorful events that is celebrated in the month of May is the Santacruzan, a religious festivity that observes and hails the discovery of the Holy Cross by Queen Helena accompanied by her son Constantine. In the Philippines, Biblical characters in the historical find of the Holy Cross, Santacruzan …

11 May

World renowned conductor Robert Delgado holds baton for Philippine Male Singers, Thessalonian Evangelical Singers; organizes Palawan International Choral Festival

Music conductor Robert Delgado has been involved in the local Tin Pan Alley for almost four decades and his experiences in musical shows are invaluable especially in choral group singing. Robert had been a teamwork player and member of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, or simply Madz, where he composed, arranged and inspired a lot of songs by the group even …

11 May

Bicycle makers find new growth points

A huge bicycle expo in Shanghai, China, brought together Chinese manufacturers and overseas buyers who seek opportunities despite uncertainties arising from the US-China tariff war. The Global Times learned from the China Bicycle Association that as one of the most critical export destinations, the US has imposed multiple tariff hikes on Chinese goods this year, severely affecting bicycle exports. However, …

11 May

DOTr assures continued MC taxi operations

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon gave an assurance for the continued operation of motorcycle taxis, as long as they ensure safe and convenient travel for commuters. Following Dizon’s meeting with George Royeca, founder of Angkas and a long-time advocate for transport modernization and rider welfare, the transport secretary said DOTr will soon issue a pertinent department order. Other motorcycle taxi operators …

11 May

PCG challenges Chinese research vessel off Ilocos Norte

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) utilized the vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua and an aircraft to challenge and escort a Chinese research vessel suspected of conducting illegal marine scientific research off the coast of Ilocos Norte. The Chinese ship Tan Suo 3 entered the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) last May 1. As of May 5, it was located at approximately …

11 May

27 disabled airplanes at NAIA for removal

After the New NAIA Infrastructure Corporation (NNIC), the private operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport removed abandoned cars in parking spaces, it is now clearing idle aircraft in airside facilities. NNIC directed the owners of 27 aircraft abandoned in the general aviation area of the airport to retrieve them as soon as possible. Otherwise, NNIC would dispose of the …

11 May

Asian carriers re-route flights due to India-Pakistan air attacks

Several Asian air carriers have re-routed or cancelled flights to and from Europe due to air attacks between India and Pakistan. India attacked Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir with Pakistan sayaing it had shot down five Indian fighter jets in the worst fighting in more than two decades between the two enemies. Taiwan’s EVA Air said it will adjust its flights …

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May, 2025