August, 2024

• 16 August

  GMA Network’s Radio Stations Expand Lead in Mega Manila, Maintain Dominance in July

  

  GMA Network’s flagship radio stations, Super Radyo DZBB 594 kHz and Barangay LS 97.1 Forever!, continue to dominate Mega Manila airwaves, solidifying their positions as the leading radio stations in July. Super Radyo DZBB 594, the Kapuso Network’s flagship AM radio station, further widened its lead over the competition. Data from Nielsen Radio Audience Measurement (RAM) shows that Super Radyo DZBB’s audience share significantly …

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• 16 August

  A century of life and weaving contributions of MB Magdalena Gamayo

  

  The birth centennial of Manlilikha ng Bayan Magdalena Gamayo, held at the Plaza del Norte Convention Center on August 13 brought together a vibrant community in celebration of the revered master weaver’s life and contributions to the art of weaving. With the theme “Ang Inabel ni Magdalena Gamayo: Sinapupunan ng Ugnayang Pampamayanan,” the event was a convergence of cultural performances …

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• 16 August

  HOTEL101 APP BRINGS YOU TO JAPAN

  

  Hotel101 Global gives you a chance to win a free 4 days 3 nights vacation for two (2) to Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan when you download the Hotel101 Global (HBNB) App. Download via App Store or Google Play: https://onelink.to/tvsjek  Share and refer your friends to get more rewards on the Hotel101 App! Follow Hotel101 Global on Facebook, Instagram and X. Visit …

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• 16 August

  Nueva Ecija welcomes MR.DIY and Team Kramer for the First ‘MERON DIYan! Caravan’ Event

  

  The Nueva Ecija Caravan is the first of MR.DIY’s series of caravans aimed at bringing fun and excitement to customers in North and Central Luzon Leading home improvement retailer MR.DIY, in collaboration with its brand ambassador Team Kramer, launched the 1st MERON DIYan! Caravan to strengthen its connection with local communities in Nueva Ecija.  The event focused on bringing fun, …

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• 16 August

  Ayman Kandil to lead AXA Philippines as new President and Chief Executive Officer

  

  AXA, a global leader in insurance and investment, recently announced the appointment of Ayman Kandil as its new President & Chief Executive Officer for AXA Philippines, effective October 1, 2024. Mr. Kandil is currently the Chief Distribution Officer of AXA Philippines. In this new post, he brings extensive executive experience and a proven track record in the insurance industry. He …

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• 16 August

  Hong Kong Eastern to play in the PBA

  

  By Robert Andaya In an effort to make the games even more competitive, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is looking at bringing in  another foreign team for the  PBA Commissioner’s Cup in November. PBA Chairman Ricky Vargas said negotiations to invite Hong Kong Eastern as guest team in the mid-season conference of the league’s 49th season is nearly complete. “It’s …

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• 15 August

  PHL overstayed 11 years in LMIC category

  

  By Rose de la Cruz A study of the Asian Development Bank said middle income countries MICs), both lower middle and upper middle, stay in their classification for 14 years and 28 years on average, respectively. But the Philippines has stayed as a lower middle income country category since 1987, or 37 years, which means it overstayed in the LMIC …

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• 15 August

  PhilHealth is no help to Pinoys’ healthcare needs

  

  By Rose de la Cruz Founded on February 14, 1995 under RA 7875 or the National Health Insurance Act (NHI), the law creating the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. promised to provide financial access to quality health care services through a social health insurance program. As such it was mandated to collect fees initially from members, and later expanded to all …

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• 15 August

  Meralco, Magnolia clash in PBA opening

  

  By Robert Andaya After the Paris Olympics, it’s back to the PBA, Asia’s first play-for-pay league, for most local sports fans. The PBA Governors Cup, the first conference of the league’s Season 49, formally kicks off with an early battle between reigning Philippine Cup champion Meralco and Magnolia Chicken Timplados on Sunday, August 18 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The …

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• 15 August

  NCCA: ₱77M Funding for 77 art projects in Mindanao

  

  The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) underscores its vital role in fostering Mindanao artistry by offering 77 projects specifically for the region, with over ₱77 million in funding available through the Competitive Grants Program 2025. The deadline for submissions is on August 31, 2024. Section 12.a.4 of Republic Act 7356 [NCCA Charter] authorizes the Commission to give …

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