March, 2024

• 25 March

  20 solicited projects need NEDA approval

  

  Around two dozen solicited projects are being processed by the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for submission to the National Economic and Development Authority-Investment Coordination Committee (NEDA-ICC) for approval. In a press conference, PPC Center Executive Director Ma. Cynthia Hernandez said that out of more than 180 infrastructure flagship projects (IFPs), around 45 are PPPs. “These are in various stages of development. …

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• 25 March

  200+ seaports to be constructed nationwide

  

  To improve connectivity of remote islands and beef up economic and disaster resilience, an additional 200 seaports worth a total of P12.5 billion are being programmed across the country up to 2028. Transportation Undersecretary for maritime sector Elmer Sarmiento said these terminals were just small in capacity to accommodate the needs of fishing boats and roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessels. “We have …

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• 25 March

  Leading ladies of Philippine sports honored

  

  By Robert Andaya What do Hidilyn Diaz, Alex Eala, Sarina Bolden, Rubilen Amit, Margielyn Didal, Nesthy Petecio, Robyn Brown, Agatha Wong, Bianca Bustamante, Vanessa Sarno, Joyce Gail Reboton and Alyssa Valdez have in common? Aside from being world-class Filipino athletes who made lasting mark in their respective sports, all of them have brought countless honors to the country with their …

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• 25 March

  NCRAA champ ICC Blue Hawks to compete in Sydney

  

  Here comes the National Capital Region Athletic Association (NCRAA) champion Immaculada Concepcion College Blue Hawks. Handled by school owner Marco Agana and former PBA player-turned-coach Ogie Gumatay, the Blue Hawks will participate in the Australian Chinese Basketball Association (ACBA) Easter Classic tournament  scheduled March 27- April 3, in New South Wales, Sydney, Australia. The Filipinos will battle seven other teams:  …

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• 25 March

  PSC continues relaying grassroots agenda

  

  The Philippine Sports Commission continues its series of visits among cities and provinces nationwide  to relay its mandate regarding the grassroots sports program of the country. This time the PSC went over to Tuguegarao City in Cagayan Province to deal with sports leaders across the region at the University of Cagayan Valley. PSC Commissioner Edward Hayco conducted a pledge among …

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• 22 March

  WORLDBEX Drawn Another History in the Industry!

  

  The World of Building and Design Expo (WORLDBEX) proudly announces the successful conclusion of its highly anticipated event, Worldbex 2024. Throughout March 14-17, 2024. With the theme “Drawn to Ascendancy”, WORLDBEX 2024 served as a platform for industry professionals and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends, technologies, and innovations shaping the future of the construction, architecture, and interior design industries. …

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• 22 March

  Bachmann cites women athletes’ role in successful PH sports agenda

  

  Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Richard Bachmann cited the vital role played by women athletes in advancing the agenda for a successful local sports development during the inaugural Women in Sports Awards held at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum last Wednesday Night. “Your (women athletes) contribution to the country is seen and felt by everybody. The community of champions you have established …

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• 22 March

  Winners and losers in SMC’s scrapping the PAREX project

  

  By Rose de la Cruz Has tycoon Ramon S. Ang of multi-diversified San Miguel Corp. finally decided to scrap or drop the P100-billion Pasig River tollway project, or as he clarified in a business paper, he is just contemplating and weighing the public sentiment against the cost-benefit of pursuing the project? This remains the biggest question todate, but already there …

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• 22 March

  Survey finds Filipinos 2nd happiest in Asean

  

  By Rose de la Cruz Filipinos do not figure in the top and bottom World Happiest Index of Gallup for 2024 but we did land on 2nd in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, next only to Singaporeans. For the seventh consecutive year, Finland topped the 2024 World Happiness Report of Gallup, the UN, and the University of Oxford. The …

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• 22 March

  “Sama-sama sa Angel’s Pizza” TikTok Singing Contest Grand Finals: A Resounding Success

  

  The inaugural “Sama-sama sa Angel’s  Pizza” TikTok Singing Contest, an electrifying celebration of talent and creativity,  reached its pinnacle yesterday with the Grand Finals held at Viva Café in Cyberpark  Tower 1, Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City.  The contest, inspired by the catchy Sama-sama sa Angels Pizza Jingle conceived in  early 2023, garnered overwhelming participation, with over 100 contestants from …

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