The national para chess team opened their campaign in the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games on a promising note Monday as the men’s and women’s PI (physically impaired) chessers won all of their three matches in the first round of the standard events. Competing at the Hangzhou Qi-Yuan Chess Hall, FIDE Master Sander Severino led the way in beating Mongolia’s …
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) signed on 18 October 2023 a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on the collaborative oversight and supervision of cooperatives that are electronic-money issuers and operators of payment systems, including those that deploy ATMs. BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. and CDA Chairman Joseph B. Encabo inked the MOA at …
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NWow made a grand rebranding with the introduction of new and exciting commercial electric bikes and a new logo to a big special crowd gathered last week at Luzon & Mindanao Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza. Now boasting of 261 authorized dealerships all over the country, NWow already has three major plants in the country that are churning out …
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The Mitsubishi All-New Triton is yet to be introduced early next year but Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) had already announced the start for an early pre-booking as early as now for the January 2024 MMPC’s 60th Anniversary Expo. Bearing a new name, the highly anticipated new pick-up model represents a significant transformation in MMPC’s pick-up lineup. It also reflects …
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Hyundai Motor Philippines, Inc. (HMPI) added two more elegant vehicles in its bid to gain more presence in the multi-purpose vehicle segment that is now being fiercely fought in the local auto industry. HMPI presented the new Custin and the Stargazer X as an addition to its veritable lineup of notable models such as the Staria and Stargazer. Custin is …
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AC Motors of the Ayala Group of Companies and Bosch Philippines came up with a long-term strategic partnership that will offer Bosch “one-stop-shop services,” covering “bumper to bumper” from mechanical repairs to intricate electronics, engine systems, safety features, comfort upgrades, transmission expertise, and a host of other services and diagnostics. AC Motors and Bosch plan to open 20 new outlets …
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Honda Cars Philippines, Inc.(HCPI) celebrated its 33rd anniversary on a grand style as it held its Honda Fest at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati Center. HCPI presented its full model lineup of vehicles during the 3-day event that included various promos for the Honda car lovers. Among those displayed were the All-New BR-V, New Brio, New City, City Hatchback, …
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National para swimmers Ernie Gawilan and Gary Bejino produced a pair of third-place finishes last Monday night for the country’s first medals at the start of the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games swimming championships at the Hangzhou Olympic Center Aquatic Arena. Aiming to defend the first of three titles he won in the 2018 edition in Jakarta, Indonesia, the legless …
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) summoned the Chinese ambassador on Monday morning after the “illegal, dangerous, provocative and deplorable” actions of the Chinese Coast Guard near Ayungin Shoal on Oct. 22. Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian was apparently out of town and was instead represented by his deputy chief of mission (DCM). DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza said the matter …
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Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas, a leading force in Philippine 3×3 basketball, announces the departure of Mac Tallo, a talented and dedicated athlete who has made a remarkable impact on the world of 3×3 basketball. While his heart is with 5-on-5 basketball, Tallo’s journey in 3×3 basketball has been nothing short of extraordinary. Vice President of Chooks Inc. Mel Macasaquit expressed the organization’s …
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