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On Nov. 19, the Alliance Française de Manille hosted an Opening Event to celebrate the arrival of the Plastic Odyssey Expedition in the Philippines, uniting the French-Filipino community in support of this impactful initiative. Having sailed across three continents and visited over 20 countries, Plastic Odyssey’s laboratory ship has now docked in Manila to continue […]
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) is eyeing Kadiwa sites in areas badly affected by Super Typhoon Pepito (international name: Man-yi) to make more affordable agricultural commodities accessible. In a phone interview Monday, DA Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa they will coordinate with regional and local officials. “Doon sa mga areas na naapektuhan talaga lalo […]
Overnight parking is free in some malls in Metro Manila in preparation for Typhoon Pepito. Source link
PEPITO (international name: Man-Yi) further intensified into a super typhoon on Saturday morning, November 16, 2024, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. In its 11 a.m. bulletin, Pagasa said Pepito continues to pose a significant threat to the Bicol Region as it intensified with maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per […]
Dusit Thani Manila officially ushered in the festive season with its much-awaited annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 7. The hotel’s grand lobby was transformed into a dazzling showcase of Paskong Pinoy charm, symbolizing the joyous spirit of a traditional Filipino Christmas. Dusit Thani Area General Manager for Philippines Shubham Chandra The merry evening was […]
‘Robust leadership’ President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. also extended his congratulations to Trump, stating, “We look forward to working with President Trump on a wide range of issues that will yield mutual benefits for two nations with deep ties, shared beliefs, a common vision, and a long history of working together.” He praised their alliance […]
(Interaksyon/Cali Asajar) Multi-awarded Filipino Broadway icon Lea Salonga delighted fans of all tastes with a vast collection of musical classics—from theater to film—during the first night of her “Stage, Screen & Everything in Between” concert in the Philippines last November 4. Lea, whose singing and acting career has spanned over 45 years, took a trip […]
Philippine-based fast-food giant Jollibee’s parent company will fully take over Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred dim sum restaurant chain Tim Ho Wan by acquiring the remaining 8 per cent stake in the firm for S$20.2 million (US$15.3 million). Tim Ho Wan, dubbed the most affordable Michelin-starred restaurant in the world, is famed for its sweet and savoury […]
The Philippine military chief has reiterated calls for Beijing to compensate for damages and return rifles seized during a violent confrontation in the disputed South China Sea that left a Filipino sailor with a severed thumb. General Romeo Brawner Jnr said his side was demanding payment for two inflatable boats damaged by Chinese forces in […]
THE Philippines’ inflation rate went up to 2.3 percent in October from 1.9 percent in September 2024, bringing the year-to-date average inflation to 3.3. In a statement, the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda) said the country’s year-to-date inflation remains within the government’s target range of 2.0 to 4.0 percent, despite a slight uptick in […]