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In a bid to improve coin circulation in the Philippines, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and SM Store deployed the first of coin deposit machines at the SM Store in SM Mall of Asia, today, June 20, 2023. This is the first of 18-coin machines that will be available at the SM Stores and SM Supermarkets. The BSP-initiated project …

Nestled amid the lush greenery of a tranquil rural landscape is a 670-hectare mixed-used township development of the Pueblo De Panay, Inc. (PDPI) that has been a contributing pillar to Roxas City’s bid for inclusive development. Home to various commercial establishments, agro-industrial zones, and endearing tourist attractions—with a residential component that integrates Capiznons’ traditional lifestyle with contemporary living—the PDPI mega …

Chess takes center stage when the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) Inter-School chess championship comes off the wraps on July 8, 9, 15 and 16. PCAP president-commissioner Atty. Paul Elauria said top universities and colleges are expected to participate in the four-day competition being held as part of the  International Chess Day celebrations on July 20. “We expect to see the best and …

By Robert Andaya Expect volleyball fireworks starting the fourth of July as world champion Italy and seven other countries take the floor for the 2023 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. The seven other countries in the event scheduled July 4-9 are 2022 world championship runner-up Poland, 2016 Rio Olympics gold medalist Brazil, world No.8 Japan, No. 9 …

The NCSC has actively taken part in two-day seminar-workshop on public service ethics and accountability (PSEA) at the Connect Function Hall of Savoy Hotel in Pasay City recently.  Breaking the ice was NCSC Chairman Franklin Quijano’s opening remarks that served as a guide on how important the activity was in terms of public accountability in government and public service.  The …

On the occasion of the global celebration of World Environment Day, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) held an Environment for Life media event that highlighted the DENR’s two-pronged blueprint for strategic and effective sustainable development and environmental action in the country. Led by DENR Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga, the presentation was an eye-opener to the promise and possibilities …

Port terminals and operators in Manzanillo have united to create the Association of Terminals and Operators of Manzanillo (ASTOM), a pioneer organization that aims to promote and further strengthen the Port of Manzanillo. ASTOM will enhance the competitiveness and efficiency of Mexico’s most important port through improved connectivity, process optimization and innovation, all guided by the principles of social and …

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues to implement the strategic priorities identified in the recently launched Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) pursuant to the economic agenda of the President, through the Philippine participation at the 33rd Taipei International Food Show.  Held from 14-17 June 2023 at the 4th floor, Hall 2 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in …

When Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon (also known as TVJ) with the rest of the legit Dabarkads finally, collectively resigned from TAPE (Television and Production Exponents), Inc., the content creator of the longest running noontime show on TV “Eat Bulaga,” the viewing-public didn’t mince words of regrets and immediately shown and thrown sympathy to the departing group. …

The first time I was in South Korea was in 2011 when the tremendous impact of K-pop was felt not only in Korea itself but all throughout the world. I was a film student of the Fantastic Film School (FFS) of the Network of Asian Fantastic Films (NAFF) of—by that time it was still called Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival …