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Sands Residences by SM Development Corporation (SMDC), a 51-floor architectural masterpiece along the iconic Roxas Boulevard, emerges as a beacon of luxury living and breathtaking views in the heart of Manila. Nestled strategically along the shores of Manila Bay, this master-planned community offers an unparalleled experience, showcasing a stunning view of one of the world’s most mesmerizing sunsets. A Panoramic …
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February, 2024
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22 February
Will SC ruling on seasonal jobs apply to malls, restos?
By Rose de la Cruz Can retail, food chain employees– whose employment are seasonal (or during peak season)– be classified as regular employees as recently ruled by the Supreme Court in the case of hacienda farm workers? This question deserves serious thought as these underemployed workers deserve a sense of job security to be more productive and contribute significantly to …
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22 February
PBBM cites Grab’s impact on job creation
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed Grab Philippines’ contribution in generating local employment in the country as the administration carries out initiatives to provide more jobs to Filipinos. “Your impact on unemployment numbers comprises about 1.1 percent of the increase in employment in the past year and half. That was Grab, so that’s the 300,000 that we’re talking about has …
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22 February
BCDA ordered to ensure timely completion of ‘ANAR’ in Pampanga
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. inspected on Wednesday the Airport to New Clark City Access Road (ANAR) in Mabalacat, Pampanga where he directed the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to ensure the timely completion of the project. In his speech during the inspection of the ANAR, President Marcos said that the completion of the project will not only pave …
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22 February
UP-Diliman College of Science leads high-impact scientific studies in 2023
Science and technology (S&T) are pivotal in the development of the Philippines, offering innovative solutions to address societal challenges. The University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) continues its tradition of advancing S&T in the country through rigorous research endeavors led by its scientists. In 2023, UPD-CS scientists achieved significant milestones with their studies published in renowned, …
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22 February
AXA Philippines becomes first insurance company to receive an award of excellence for safety
AXA Philippines cemented its position as an industry leader in safety by becoming the first insurance company to receive the Award of Excellence in Industrial Safe Man Hours from the Safety Organization of the Philippines, Inc., before the close of 2023. The insurance provider earned this recognition after achieving an impressive 8,935,704 safe man-hours without any lost-time accidents for the …
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22 February
MDL Indonesia becomes the first MLBB Esports League to feature Ladies Teams
MLBB Esports always carries inclusiveness in every tournament, be it in MDL, MPL, or international tournaments such as MSC and M Series. In order to emphasize this, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Development League Indonesia initiated by collaborating with WSL, giving the opportunity to the team ladies from the league to compete in MDL ID Season 10. According to the plan, …
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22 February
PSC seeks help of Malacañang on WADA issue
THE Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is extremely confident the brewing issue with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which has placed the country under threat of suspension from international competitions, will be resolved sooner than expected. No less than PSC chairman Richard Bachmann and executive director Paulo Tatad together with Philippine National Anti-Doping Organization (PHI-NADO) officer Nathan Vasquez made the assurance …
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22 February
MPBL pre-season begins Wednesday
BATAAN tangles with Manila at 4 p.m. in the opener of the 2024 MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Preseason Invitational starting on Wednesday at the Lagao Gym in General Santos City. Other matches pit South Cotabato (GenSan) against Batangas City Embassy Chill at 6 p.m. and Valenzuela against guest Team Bulalakaw at 8 p.m. Powerhouse Pampanga, the reigning MPBL national …
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22 February
Pagcor photo contest draws 2k early registrants in 1st week
THE Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) today reported a robust response to its much-anticipated annual photography contest after close to 2,000 individuals registered to join in the first five days after the contest launch on February 15. PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco said the state gaming firm’s official website (www.pagcor.ph) also logged an 85.49% increase in page views …
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