October, 2024

• 7 October

  MJ Pueyo

  

  Face of the Week In Cabatuan, Iloilo, we met a young man, MJ Pueyo, whom we found out sings well and really wants to be a pop singer. MJ has the looks, the height (5’ 9”), the body, and the personality of a showbiz idol. At 20, he looks like he is just in his late teens. Super handsomely boyish, …

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• 7 October

  NSCR partial ops in late 2027, early 2028

  

  The North-South Commuter Railway System (NSCR) is expected to partially operate by late 2027 or early 2028, according to Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista.  “It will be from Clark Airport to Valenzuela City,” Sec. Bautista said during the ceremonial linking of the elevated NSCR viaduct at Bocaue, Bulacan, that now connects the Bocaue and Balagtas stations.  “Maraming magbebenepisyo rito, maraming …

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• 7 October

  Foreign competition to perk up domestic shipping

  

  A foreign shipping firm has decided to throw its hat into the Philippine domestic shipping arena, which has been plagued for decades with the high cost of doing business, lack of economies of scale and poor port infrastructure.  This is expected to lower the cost of domestic shipping which has higher than shipping from abroad.  CNC, the intra-Asia short sea …

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• 7 October

  EDSA Busway can still be improved

  

  Advocates called on the government to improve transport facilities for persons with disabilities (PWDs) after an incident involving a PWD woman struggling to cross EDSA.  Enforcers from the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (SAICT) helped the woman by carrying her across EDSA near Ortigas Ave. after she got off a bus around 12:30 a.m.  …

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• 7 October

  DOTr hopes aviation infra to spur healthy airline competition

  

  The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is expecting healthy competition among local airlines spurred by aviation projects being undertaken by the agency.  Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista stressed that competition will benefit air passengers.  “We hope that through our priority aviation projects, we can stimulate healthy airline competition that ultimately benefit passengers,” said Sec. Bautista during the Philippine Airlines’ (PAL) inaugural …

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• 7 October

  Phl aviation on the cusp of major transformation

  

  The Philippines is poised to become a leading regional player in the aviation sector by 2028, according to Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista.  The sector’s major transformation is fueled by increased investment and private sector involvement in crucial areas like infrastructure, human capital and sustainable development.  “The Philippine aviation industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation,” Sec. Bautista …

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• 7 October

  Laguindingan Airport expands terminal capacity by 72%

  

  The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has officially opened the New Passenger Terminal Building in Laguindingan, increasing its passenger capacity by 72%.  The expansion increases the current pre-departure area capacity of 500 by 360, bringing the total to 860 passengers at any given time, which represents a 72% increase.  This substantial improvement boosts the airport’s ability to accommodate …

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• 4 October

  Discover the perfect blend of lifestyle and investment in Tagaytay’s highlands

  

  Tagaytay City has long been known for its cool climate, stunning views and serene lifestyle. But beyond its charm, Tagaytay is fast becoming a hotspot for investment and residential development, drawing both locals and tourists alike. The allure of mountain living is undeniable as it offers a fresh escape from the bustle of urban life. It’s no wonder that Tagaytay’s …

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• 3 October

  IMF pares Phl growth forecasts

  

  By Rose de la Cruz The International Monetary Fund is giving a more realistic projection for the country’s economic growth citing the continued elevated inflation which would likely continue to weigh on domestic demand. The IMF cut the country’s gross domestic product outlook for 2024 to 5.8 percent from its previous 6 percent projection and for 2025 at 6.1 percent, …

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• 3 October

  WB urges more civilian watchdogs for govt. procurement biddings

  

  By Rose de la Cruz For the sake of transparency and to reduce fraud and misuse of funds– frequently occuring in the bidding and awarding of procurements and projects– the World Bank is urging the government to increase the participation of civilian watchdogs in such processes. “Civil society organization (CSOs) often act as watchdogs, ensuring that the bidding process is …

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