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Contecon Guayaquil S.A. (CGSA), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Ecuadorian business unit, received the inaugural call of Kota Eagle, the largest and most modern container ship of Pacific International Lines (PIL). This marks a significant development for Ecuador’s foreign trade and confirms Guayaquil as a strategic port on global shipping routes. The Kota Eagle features low environmental impact technology, operating …

The Philippine Sports Commission formalized its partnership with the Department of Public Works and Highways that is intended to establish multiple infrastructures in providing the best quality for the welfare of national athletes. The two parties inked separate agreements for the upgrade of facilities in the PhilSports Complex in Pasig City and the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex (RMSC) in Manila, …

By Rose de la Cruz By now nobody remembers the numerous anomalies perpetrated by the National Food Authority when it monopolized the rice market from 1972 to 2019. Abuses like over-importation and politicizing the staple to towns and cities closest to past administrations was rampant and there was even one incident when a vessel-load of rice was sunk in mid-sea …

SM Foundation upgrades vital Quezon City community health center For most Filipinos, a visit to the doctor is often the last option.  Those experiencing symptoms would opt for home treatment until, in many cases, the illness had already progressed and would require more complicated treatment. This often leads to a multitude of problems, including higher costs and additional strain on …

CALVIN Oftana has been shooting the lights out for TNT early in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. The TNT gunner registered a career-high during Wednesday’s match-up against Magnolia when he fired 42 points and made nine threes on their way to a 103-100 victory, a much-needed tonic for the Tropang Giga squad that lost their first two games of the new …

This season, how about gifting your home with the coolest new gadget that will keep you connected at 5G speeds while perfectly complementing your interiors?  Globe AT HOME is taking home connectivity to the next level with the launch of its groundbreaking 5G WiFi using wireless technology. Designed to deliver high-speed internet without the hassle of wires or complicated installations, …

by Boy Villasanta You might not be aware of it, but flip top—the modern if not the musical version of the traditional joust or Balagtasan (derived from the name of Francisco Balagtas, the Filipino poet known for his song “Florante at Laura—is taking the country by storm. Flip top is a genre, it is the underground spoken literary creation or …

The *2nd Southeast Asian Premier Business and Achiever Awards 2024* press conference recently concluded with great success, bringing together an exceptional lineup of notable personalities and businesses. Held on December 8, 2024 at Winford Resort and Casino Manila Ballroom Halls 1-3, the event set the tone for the much-anticipated awards night, scheduled to take place on *December 8, 2024*, at the *Winford Resort and Casino …

For the first time in Philippine history, two health reform champions unite in the upcoming 2025 elections to guarantee that quality healthcare services reach the poorest Filipino families, ensuring access to health services for all. Inspired by the legacy of the late Senator Dr. Juan Flavier (1995–2007), known for his advocacy of “Bringing a Doctor to the Senate,” renowned physician …

A new batch of Merchant Marine Officers will boost the global competitiveness of the maritime industry as they took their oath last 05 December 2024 at the AMOSUP Convention Hall in Intramuros, Manila. The final oath-taking ceremony of the year for Marine Deck and Engineer Officers, conducted by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) through its Examination and Assessment Division (EAD) …