“Buwan,” a Filipino adaptation of Blood Wedding (Spanish: Bodas de sangre), a tragedy by Spanish dramatist Federico García Lorca will be staged at the Erehwon Center for the Arts on February 26 and 26, 2023. Shows will be at 2pm, 4pm,6 pm and 8pm. Blood Wedding was written in 1932 was first performed at Teatro Beatriz in Madrid in March …
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The global arena continues to see high demand for skilled manpower, particularly those with trainings and a solid background in technical and vocational (Tech-Voc) courses. At the center of this, the Philippines is deemed to be a key player in the labor market for having a large young population with innate talent, curiosity, and desire for a brighter tomorrow. This …
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The country’s three locally based carriers – Philippine Airlines (PAL), Cebu Pacific and AirAsia Philippines – will increase their airfares starting March after the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) decided to allow airlines to raise fares due to rising jet fuel prices triggered by the recovery of air travel worldwide. According to Cielo Villaluna, PAL spokesperson, the flag carrier will increase …
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Operators of traditional jeepneys, UV Express and multi-cabs have until June 30 to operate unless they join a cooperative or corporation to be able to purchase modern PUVs, according to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The LTFRB recently extended the franchises of traditional jeepneys up to June 30 instead of March 31. The LTFRB made the extension …
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Makati City government inaugurated three Adopt-A-Park project sites – EDSA-Buendia Park, EDSA-Pinagkaisahan Park and Magallanes Interchange Phase A – Mini Park – which have a combined lot area of 3,000 square meters. The parks were designed by the city’s Department of Environmental Services. MMDA chairman Romando Artes, deputy chairman Undersecretary Frisco San …
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The Department of Tourism (DOT) reported that 2.65 million foreign tourists visited the country in 2022, higher than its 1.7 million target. Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of Filipinos have been flocking to domestic destinations under the so-called revenge travel phenomenon. Most tourists traveled to Philippine destinations to experience the local culture and cuisine. While tourists remain attracted to regional festivals …
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Latest Airbnb data revealed that the Philippines is one of the most romantic destinations around the world. It has one of the highest proportions of couples traveling together, along with Puerto Rico, The Netherlands, Greece and New Zealand. There are many destinations in the country worth visiting. After the pandemic, travel again and bond over scenic views, good food and …
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Arrival of close to 40,000 cruise passengers in the country this year is expected to generate at least $4 million (P216 million) in visitor receipts to the economy. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said the scheduled 139 port calls by international cruise ships shows the readiness of the Philippines to become a major cruise destination in Asia. She personally welcomed the …
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As part of its grassroots sports program, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is bringing the Women in Sports: Laro ng Lahi to Lagawe, Ifugao on May 26-29, 2023. Bowling legend and PSC Commissioner Olivia “Bong” Coo said the four-day event will feature five regular sports, such as muay, weightlifting, boxing, taekwondo and wrestling and 10 indigenous games of Ifugao like …
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State-run Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) continues to pour significant financial support to the agriculture sector, with outstanding loans reaching P261.7 billion as of 31 December 2022 for a 5.5% year-on-year growth from P247.9 billion in 2021. LANDBANK’s outstanding loans to the agriculture sector likewise sustained its upward trajectory with an average growth rate of 10.4% from 2012 to …
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