The three-day celebration of the “Araw ng Biñan”, which began on February 2, 2023, was highlighted by the much-anticipated groundbreaking rites for the construction of the state-of-the-art “Sentro ng Patanghal na Sining” – a facility that would help promote and hone the skills of talented performers in the city. Leading the ceremonies were Biñan Lone District Rep. Marlyn Alonte-Naguiat, City …
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February, 2023
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3 February
PAGCOR records P58.96 billion revenues in 2022; contributions to nation-building up by 51.30%
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) posted another record-breaking feat after its total income for 2022 reached P58.96 billion, a 66.16% increase compared to its P35.48 billion total income in 2021. The biggest contributor to PAGCOR’s revenue achievement was its income from gaming operations which reached P55.05 billion. This amount is 68.71% higher compared to the P32.63 billion earnings …
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3 February
Manila Water’s P181-B service improvement plan supports government’s Build Better More program
The P181-billion Service Improvement Plan of East Zone concessionaire Manila Water anchored on the four pillars of sustainability perfectly aligns with the thrust of government to build more infrastructure that are climate resilient, support conservation and reduce risks brought about by disasters. Included in Manila Water’s Service Improvement Plan, which will be implemented from 2023 to 2027, are the construction …
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3 February
Six things you should do after a burglary or house break-in
One of the worst things that could ever happen to a homeowner is a burglary or house break-in. A break-in not only physically robs you of your precious belongings, it also steals that sense of security and privacy you have within the walls of your abode. While it’s never easy to move on after a burglary, there are ways to …
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3 February
Converge accelerates its transformation journey with Tableau
Leading Philippine fiber internet provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is on the right track in its data empowerment journey as it shares how it maximizes Tableau, the analytics platform for Salesforce, in arriving at key business decisions as an internet service provider. At the Tableau Inspiration Day held at New World Makati recently, Converge Chief Information Officer Ulysses C. Naguit …
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3 February
Watch the season finale of the Viu Original series K-Love this February 3!
K-Love is finally reaching its much-awaited season finale on Friday, February 3, 2023! Until then, you still have time to catch up on all the episodes for free, only on Viu. Last January 26, 2023, the Viu Original series held an exclusive viewing party of the season finale for media guests, influencers, and the cast and crew of K-Love at …
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2 February
PBA, Virtualness link up to launch digital collectibles
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) and Virtualness will exclusively launch an innovative, easy-to-use digital experience for basketball fans via branded digital collectibles. Virtualness, a mobile-first platform which simplifies the complex world of Web3, and the PBA will launch NFT collectibles that range from commemorative, topical, gamification to unlocking unique fan experiences. “The PBA and its players are embraced by their …
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2 February
Artisan communities from Tarlac showcase handmade crafts in top European trade fair
By: Aly Dela Peña A collection of Filipino-made, handcrafted products is set to take center stage in the Philippine Pavilion of Ambiente, a leading international trade fair for consumer goods, on February 3-7, 2023 at Frankfurt, Germany. The collections highlighted in the pavilion are curated by Tony Gonzales, a renowned creative consultant who has made his mark in both local …
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2 February
PAGCOR PRESS STATEMENT
On January 31, 2023, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) learned through a news report that Soleil Chartered Bank issued a statement denying the issuance of a bank certification to Global ComRCI, PAGCOR’s third-party auditor for offshore gaming licensees, whose contract commenced in December 2017. In relation to this report, PAGCOR would like to reiterate that since the assumption …
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2 February
5 Philippine Destinations You should include in your travel list this year!
Travel MORE this 2023! It’s about time you look forward to memorable experiences from these destinations plus discounted accommodation vouchers from Megaworld Hotels & Resorts from their 6 brands, 12 locations and a total of 4,500 rooms keys in this year’s Tour Travel Expo happening on February 3-5, 2023 at the SMX Convention Center in Manila brought to you by …
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