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 for the project was awarded last week to South Korea’s HJ Shipbuilding and Construction Corporation […]

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 stable economic and political environment and that we are on track to achieve a growth-enhancing […]

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 is reshaping the workforce, creating new opportunities while also presenting significant challenges. As global technological […]

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 target in August 2029. 16 Psyche is composed of valuable metals such as nickel, iron, […]

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 was prepared to remain “indefinitely” in the office of her brother, Davao City Rep. Paolo […]

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. On Wednesday evening, November 20, the Chinese Cultural Courier @ the Philippines launched an event […]

Booksale Philippines is entering a “new chapter,” with some of its branches closing, but CEO Josh Sison assures Filipino bookworms of “exciting plans” ahead. In a statement on Facebook on Tuesday, Sison thanked loyal customers for their support over the years, adding that the store is committed to continuing its mission of making reading affordable […]

A Filipino trader has made a remarkable recovery after losing over P500,000 in a cryptocurrency scam, known as a rug pull, by turning a setback into a profitable opportunity through the memecoin Seal Dog on the Sui Network. In October, the trader, using the pseudonym MemeWhales, fell victim to a rug pull—a scam where the […]

U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks on November 16 during the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Peru, underscoring the critical need for cooperation and stability in U.S.-China relations. As the U.S. and China explore avenues for improving their relationship, the Philippines stands at a crossroads, facing both opportunities and […]

Philippine candidate Chelsea Anne Manalo made history at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, earning the first-ever Miss Universe Asia 2024 title despite falling short of the semifinals. In a press conference following the event, Manalo was recognized alongside the other continental titleholders: Finland’s Matilda Wirtavuori (Miss Universe Europe and the Middle East), Peru’s Tatiana Calmell […]