The rehabilitation of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) is now 60 percent complete, according to Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon. After inspecting the project site on Thursday, Dizon said the first phase of the rehabilitation has reached the 60-percent milestone roughly three months after construction began in December 2025. “The project is now 60 percent (complete) since it started …
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A measure seeking to expand digital payments in government transactions has moved closer to approval after it passed second reading at the House of Representatives of the Philippines on Wednesday night. House Bill No. 8468, also known as the eBayad Act, aims to institutionalize safe and efficient digital payment systems for transactions involving government agencies and merchants. Under the proposed …
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The Philippine Navy and Globalport Terminals Inc. (GTI) have signed a memorandum of agreement aimed at creating an affiliated reserve unit within the port operator to support national defense efforts. According to the Navy, the agreement was formalized last week at Naval Station Jose Andrada in Manila. The memorandum was signed by PN chief Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta and GTI …
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PRESIDENT Marcos is determined to resolve all anomalous flood control projects, including filing of cases against erring government officials before the Office of the Ombudsman. This was stressed by Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon during his special appearance at the Kapihan ng Samahang Plaridel at the Rizal Park Hotel along T.M. Kalaw Ave., Manila on …
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When confronted by a crisis, the Philippine government’s default response has become predictable: dole out cash. In the midst of a surge in fuel prices, it is called a fuel subsidy. When typhoons and floods strike, it becomes a cash grant. For poor households, there is the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). Those facing emergencies can turn to Assistance to …
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In celebration of World Sleep Day 2026, Serta and Rustan’s introduce the Naturel Collection — a sophisticated fusion of premium sleep technology and refined retail experience, created for today’s discerning homeowner. This collaboration underscores a shared vision: positioning Serta as the authority in luxury sleep health while reinforcing Rustan’s as the premier destination for elevated bedroom living. The Art of …
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THE Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) returns as the official medical partner of the MPTC Tour of Luzon which returns with a bigger and richer 2026 edition from April 29 to May 13. As official medical partner, the CSMC will deploy comprehensive medical support during the 14-stage race, including two fully equipped ambulances, two teams of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) …
Read More »The Arellano dynasty in the NCAA cheerleading scene continued on Thursday. For the seventh straight time, the Chief Squad won gold in the NCAA Season 101 Cheerleading Competition presented by the Philippine Sports Commission at Mall of Asia Arena. Arellano extended its championship streak that began in 2017 during the Grand Old League’s 92nd season after registering a total score …
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Some hoopers in Quezon City’s first district are starting to create an impact in Season 8 Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) preseason representing the Quezon City Black Bulls who already won four of their six games. One of the team’s owners and sport aficionados Quezon City first district Congressman Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde expressed his gratitude to his players not …
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The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Malaysia officially kicked off Season 17 with the “MLBB Esports Malaysia 2026: MY Time, MY Era Press Conference”. Held today (12 March) at Quill City Mall Kuala Lumpur, the invite-only event saw global video game company, MOONTON Games, outline plans and strategic partnerships with government bodies and industry leaders to strengthen Mobile …
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