Gold mining continues to be a significant economic contributor in the Philippines, with the industry injecting over $407 million into the national economy in 2023, according to the latest data from the World Gold Council (WGC). The Philippines, a key…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Malacañan Palace on Sunday night, urging Filipinos to reflect on the true spirit of the season while the country continues its recovery efforts from recent natural disasters. “I ask…
The Philippines has etched its name into the Guinness World Records for the most number of people planting bamboo simultaneously across multiple locations. This remarkable achievement was confirmed by Guinness World Records adjudicator Sonia Ushiriguchi on November 28, 2024, during…
Senator Imee Marcos made it clear that she does not want to be involved in the ongoing tension between her brother, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and Vice President Sara Duterte. Speaking to the media on Friday after attending the official…
The construction of the New Cebu International Container Port (NCICP), a long-delayed multibillion-peso project, is set to begin by the end of 2024, according to Department of Transportation (DOTr) Undersecretary for Maritime Sector Elmer Francisco Sarmiento. The civil works contract…
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has highlighted that Standard & Poor’s (S&P) recent decision to affirm the Philippines’ BBB+ credit rating and upgrade its outlook to “positive” is a strong endorsement of the government’s economic and fiscal policies. “It reaffirms our…
The Philippines, along with other countries in the East Asia and Pacific region, is set to experience rapid economic growth, projected at 4.8% in 2024. However, as the nation advances, the shift toward automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital platforms…
NASA’s Psyche mission will explore the 140-mile-wide asteroid 16 Psyche, a metal-rich body located in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Launched on October 13, 2023, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, the mission is slated to reach its…
Vice President Sara Duterte was asked to leave the House of Representatives premises on Thursday night after visiting her chief-of-staff, Atty. Zuleika Lopez. However, she declined the request from House officials to vacate the area. The Vice President said she…
Chinese cuisine, with its rich heritage, diverse flavors, and sophisticated cooking techniques, has captivated the world. A prime example of this global fascination is the documentary TV series, “A Bite of China,” which has resonated deeply with audiences across cultures.…
