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9 September

Reunion with my original #TeamTVPatrol

Meeting again recently my colleagues from ABS-CBN was a blast. It all started when I called up Myrna Castro-de la Torre, a fellow University of Santo Tomas (UST) Faculty of Arts and Letters (Artlets) alumni who graduated with a degree in Journalism in 1974 while I majored and finished Literature in 1975. Myrna began her media work with hard news …

9 September

“Her Locket,” a generation of Chinese ethos

Even if producer-actress Rebecca Chuaunsu says that “Her Locket” is a simple, low-budgetted film, it shows otherwise. The production value, especially the art direction of Jag Concepcion, is an expensive array of authentic materials from an old house as most of the setting to its sets of “muebles” to the costumes befitting an era like the ‘70s to the colored …

9 September

With Staunton, Creamline keeps unbelievable winning streak

By Robert Andaya I think it is not about how you started, but it is how you finish. I think, we finished very strong. I think we learned a lot from that first loss.” With these words, American volleyball star Erica Staunton summed up Creamline’s Cool Smashers’ successful title campaign in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference at the Philsports Arena in …

9 September

Bossing are nearly unstoppable with King around

BLACKWATER Bossing are on a roll. With George King, who replaced Ricky Ledo as the team’s import around, the Bossing are keeping everybody take notice. King, who was selected as the No. 59 overall pick by the Phoenix Suns during the 2018 NBA Draft, again played a pivotal role in leading the Bossing to three straight victories after starting the …

9 September

Bounty, Chooks-to-Go fete Azkals ahead of Asia 7’s bid

As the Philippine Azkals prepare for the Asia 7’s Championships, set from October 9 to 12 at the EV Arena Elmina in Kuala Lumpur, they were honored by one of their most steadfast supporters, Bounty and Chooks-to-Go on Friday, September 6, at the Inoza Tower in Bonifacio Global City. The warm welcome highlighted the deep-rooted support that Bounty and Chooks-to-Go …

9 September

Robinsons Retail reiterates commitment to Fighting Maroons on 15th year

The UP Men’s Basketball Team (UPMBT) may have found their ‘forever’ with Robina Gokongwei-Pe and the Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI). The multi-format retail giant – through its banner brands Robinsons Supermarket, Handyman, Robinsons Appliances, Daiso, and TGP – has renewed its partnership with the UP Fighting Maroons for the 15th straight year. The Robinsons group signed a Memorandum of …

9 September

BOC surpasses January-August collection target by P5.1-B

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Friday reported that it has exceeded its revenue collection target for January to August 2024 by P5.189 billion. Preliminary reports showed the bureau collected P614.781 billion during this period, surpassing its PHP609.592 billion collection target by 0.9 percent. This also reflects a 5.7 percent increase, or P33.290 billion, compared to the P581.491 billion collected …

9 September

Aussie gov’t finalizing P1.7-B economic dev’t program for Phl

Australian Ambassador to the Philippines HK Yu announced Friday that the Australian government is finalizing an AUD45 million (P1.7 billion) Economic Growth Development Program for the Philippines. During a forum for the Australian Business Mission to the Philippines in Makati City, Yu said the aid aims to boost trade and investment relations between the two countries. In a press conference, …

9 September

Effective targeted interventions to stabilize food prices contributed to slower inflation in August – Recto

Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has emphasized that the slower inflation rate in August 2024 demonstrates the effectiveness of the government’s targeted interventions to stabilize food prices, and assured the public that it will sustain the downward momentum by staying vigilant against risks. “We will not be complacent. While we are now seeing the positive results of our measures, we …

9 September

Cebu’s Triple Treat: Food, Cars, and Construction All Set for September

This September, three prime events in Cebu City—also known as the Queen City of the South—will bring innovation, recreation, and business together in a unique way. The Philippine Building and Construction Expo (PHILBEX Cebu), the Cebu Foods and Beverages Exposition (CEFBEX),), and the Cebu Auto Show (CAS) are set to provide an unmatched exhibition of culinary artistry, automotive innovations, and …

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September, 2024