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November, 2023

  • 15 November

    R4-A farmers enjoy high farmgate prices despite delayed harvest

    Farmers in Region 4-A (CALABARZON) are still enjoying high farmgate prices for palay at P16 to P19 per kilogram for fresh and P21 to P23 for dry despite delays in harvesting their ‘pahabol’ crop to recover from the losses of their wet season crop from typhoons and habagat in recent months. “Since 2019, these prices are the highest level yet …

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  • 14 November

    Autobot’s Brand Ambassador – Madam Lyn Macanas – is One Tough Lady

    Autobot Offroad PH recently announced their selection of businesswoman and construction magnate Lyn Macanas as their brand ambassador and image model for Autobot’s mega display at the Manila Auto Salon of 15 modified pickup trucks and SUVs. “Madam L” as Macanas is fondly called, owns ALL these fifteen tough-looking modified vehicles. “I just love big things!”, Madam L exclaimed while …

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  • 14 November

    Forbes, Statista recognize SM as world’s best employer

    SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments) was recognized for the fourth time, in the Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2023 list in partnership with market research firm Statista.  “Looking after the overall wellness of our employees is imperative as they are the lifeblood of our organization.  Anchored on our founder’s values, we continue to nurture a positive company culture, providing purposeful work …

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  • 14 November

    Choosing wisely: a guide to your kids’ first gadget

    Sooner or later (most) parents inevitably get around to buying their kids their own electronic device. According to Kaspersky’s research, 61 percent of children get their first device between the ages of eight and 12, and, perhaps surprisingly, in 11 percent of cases, they’re given their own cell phone or tablet before they turn five. It’s essential for parents to …

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  • 14 November

    PAGCOR Inaugurates 1st Evacuation Facility in Northern Samar

    Whenever tropical cyclones or days of incessant rains batter the low-lying communities here, many locals are forced to move to safer grounds, leaving their submerged homes behind. Thus, as part of its efforts to mitigate the loss of lives in disaster-prone areas, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Saturday, November 10, formally inaugurated its first multi-purpose evacuation facility …

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  • 14 November

    Rio Brasil Terminal receives inaugural call of Sirius/Neo Bossa service

    Rio Brasil Terminal (RBT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) business unit operating at the Port of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, recently welcomed the inaugural call of the Sirius/Neo Bossa service jointly operated by CMA CGM and Maersk.  The start of the weekly service in RBT was marked by the arrival of the 9,000-TEU Maersk Lota followed by the 10,000-TEU CMA CGM …

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  • 14 November

    Domestic Liquidity Grows by 7.9 Percent, Year-on-Year, in September 2023

    Preliminary data showed that domestic liquidity (M3) grew by 7.9 percent year-on-year to about ₱16.6 trillion in September  from 6.8 percent in August. On a month-on-month seasonally-adjusted basis, M3 increased by about 1.0 percent. Domestic claims expanded by 9.5 percent year-on-year in September from 9.3 percent (revised) in the previous month. Claims on the private sector grew by 6.3 percent …

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  • 14 November

    Insular Foundation marks 54th Year with Philippine Art and History Appreciation at the Ayala Museum

    The Insular Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of Insular Life (InLife), recently celebrated its 54th anniversary by treating its scholars to an immersion of Philippine arts and culture at the Ayala Museum. It also spearheaded an art workshop and history lecture in partnership with the Ayala Foundation. “On Insular Foundation’s 54th anniversary, we want to bring our beneficiaries, partners, …

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  • 14 November

    MR.DIY’s Green Commitment: Planting a Brighter Future for Our Communities

    The ‘Acts of Kindness’ Blooms in La Mesa Nature Reserve In a vivid display of environmental commitment, MR.DIY proudly organized its 2nd tree planting event this year, with 50 dedicated volunteers rolling up their sleeves to plant 400 seedlings at the La Mesa Nature Reserve, Quezon City last October 06, 2023.  This remarkable initiative was a testament to MR.DIY’s dedication …

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  • 14 November

    19th year with 50 stores Blade Auto Center

    Blade Auto Center is now a one-stop for all vehicle owners with the opening of its Blade Mindanao Avenue branch, its biggest so far that offers additional services from a car accessories store to a complete automotive experience center. Founder and chief executive officer Robert S. Tan led  the elaborate inauguration of Blade’s 50th store in celebration of its 19th …

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