October, 2023

• 16 October

  P269-B high-impact programs, projects get NEDA approval

  

  The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board, headed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., approved on Friday several high-impact programs and projects amounting to approximately P269.7 billion. In a televised briefing from Malacañan Palace in Manila, Balisacan said the approved projects include the P4.5-billion upgrade, expansion, operations and maintenance of the Bohol-Panglao International Airport. “This unsolicited PPP (public-private partnership) …

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• 16 October

  Jotun opens three retail stores in Philippines

  

  Norwegian premium paint brand Jotun is expanding its presence in the Philippines by opening three retail stores in the country. In a media reception hosted by the Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines Christian Lyster in Makati City Friday, Jotun (Philippines) Inc. General manager Rohan Shetty said it has already opened its first retail store in Cebu in July and is …

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• 16 October

  Asian Games gold medal safe and secured

  

  By Robert Andaya  DESPITE the recent doping issue against naturalized player Justin Brownlee, the Philippines’ men’s basketball gold medal in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China is safe and secured. The assurance was made by no less than Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino following reports that Brownlee, the hero in the Philippines’ successful campaign in basketball …

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• 16 October

  PHL-Burlington team vying in Zheng Chenggong Cup

  

  The Philippines Burlington-PG Flex basketball team  will participate in 10th Gen. Zheng Chenggong Cup scheduled Oct. 19-26 in Nanan City, Fujian Province, China. To be handled by two-time Chenggong Cup champion coach Johny Tam, delegation head retired PNP Gen..Noel Estanislao and team managers Ruddy Tan of Burlington Socks and Nelson Guevarra of PG Flex, the team is hoping to perform …

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• 16 October

  DILG supports Gov. Oaminal 7-in-1 chessfest

  

  The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is fully endorsing the Ozamiz Gov. Henry S. Oaminal 7-in-1 Chess Festival scheduled on Nov. 10-12 at the Ozamiz City Auditorium.  In an advisory signed by DILG Undersecretary Marlo Iringan, the DILG encouraged all provincial governors, city mayors and DILG regional directors to participate in the three-day chess festival held as part …

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• 16 October

  Pasig fights back

  

  By Robert Andaya  When push comes to shove, expect Pasig MCW Sports to step up.  With their backs against the wall and their season on the line, Pasig rose to the challenge by beating Caloocan, 65-61, in Game 2 of their best-of-three quarterfinal showdown in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) at the Caloocan City Sports Complex.  Robbie Manalang finished …

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• 13 October

  Manila Water recognized by ECCP in 2023 Europa Awards

  

  Manila Water won the Energy Efficiency and Conservation category at the 2023 European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) Europa Awards on Sustainability  at the ceremony held in Raffles and Fairmont Hotels in Makati City on October 11, 2023. President and Chief Executive Officer of Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV) Melvin Tan, together with Sustainability and Energy Manager of …

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• 13 October

  When original document is unavailable?

  

  When the original document has been lost or destroyed, or cannot be produced in court, the offeror, upon proof of its execution or existence and the cause of its unavailability without bad faith on his or her part, may prove its contents by a copy, or by recital of its contents in some authentic document, or by the testimony of …

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• 13 October

  Mapúa among best universities worldwide for Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Sciences

  

  Not all college programs are created equal. Although the curriculum of various schools may seem similar, the teaching methodology, approach, resources, faculty, and exposure provided by each institution spell a big difference in how their graduates fare in the real world. Students and parents should seriously consider programs and universities listed among the world’s best, like Mapúa University, to advance …

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• 13 October

  Radisson Hotel Group Ranked #3 World Best Employer in Travel & Leisure

  

  Forbes has recognized Radisson Hotel Group as the #3 Best Employer in the Travel & Leisure industry and ranked us #102 among the top 700 international companies to work for across all sectors!

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