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Telstra International, the global arm of leading telecommunications and technology company Telstra, and Trans Pacific Networks (TPN) have partnered on the Echo cable, the first subsea cable to directly connect the US to Singapore, creating a new route and delivering vital connectivity in the Trans-Pacific. Echo’s subsea system is a unique express route connecting California, Jakarta, Singapore, and Guam. The system …

The Philippine School for the Deaf (PSD) has been a cornerstone of the deaf community in the Philippines and throughout Asia. Established in 1907, PSD has a long and proud history of providing educational opportunities for deaf students. As the only government-owned institution for the deaf in the country, it plays an essential role in empowering individuals with hearing impairments …

Jess Lim Arranza, president of the Federation of Philippine Industries, Inc., is calling for an ocular inspection of two illegal lead smelting operations on the river that traverses San Simon, Pampanga.  At a meeting with members of the Capampangan in Media Inc. or CAMI, Arranza played a videoconference he had with Barangay Chairman Raul Mangay, whose constituents had been complaining …

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported that more than 70,000 families or over 270,000 individuals in Davao and Caraga regions are being affected by the shearline, but assured that it remains manageable at the regional and local levels. Based on the latest data provided by the agency, the shearline has already displaced close to 10,000 families. Of this number, …

UAAP MVP Kacey dela Rosa spearheads the Gilas Pilipinas Women which will see action in the Invitational WPBA 3×3 this Monday. The Ateneo center will be at the forefront for Gilas A as she teams up with Trina Guytingco, Mikka Cacho, Hazelle Yam, and Kristine Cayabyab. It’s a brand new challenge for dela Rosa who has cemented herself as a …

Vision Express hosted a spectacular event last December 14 in their flagship store at Glorietta 2, where the much-awaited Tom Ford Eyewear Collection was unveiled. The collection, featuring elegant and modern frames and sunglasses, is now available at selected Vision Express stores nationwide.  Celebrating Elegance Across Ages, Genders, and Styles  Tom Ford, the world-famous designer, believes that good taste knows …

The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) renewed its partnership with the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. (PDRCI) to strengthen the agency’s pursuit for fair and efficient sports arbitration in the country. PSC Chairman Richard Bachmann and PDRCI Acting President Atty. Rogelio Nicandro formally signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex on Thursday. “Since 2021, our collaboration …

Ari Geli adored herself to the Filipino crowd with her dazzling moves and charming personality last year. This time, she will get a chance to do that with the home court firmly rooting for her. The flamboyant Geli will don the Uratex Tibay colors for Manila Hustle 3×3 Season 2 this Feb. 3 and 4 at the SM Mall of …

The World of Building and Construction Expo (WORLDBEX) returns for its 27th edition, this time soaring to new heights under the theme “Drawn to Ascendancy.” From March 14-17, 2024, at TWO MEGA venues the SMX Convention Center Manila, and World Trade Center Metro Manila. WORLDBEX 2024 is set to transform into a global hub for innovation, showcasing cutting-edge technology and …

The year 2024 is fast shaping up to be a banner and record-breaking year for the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) as it continues to register record sales, while also churning out multi-millionaires one after the other to the delight of millions of Filipino bettors. In a record-setting week since General Manager Mel Robles took the helm in July 2022, …