The government targets to reduce the country’s poverty to a single-digit figure by 2028. In his first State of the Nation Address in 2022, President President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Marcos vowed to bring down poverty to as low as 9 percent by the end of his term. Philippine Statistics Authority’s (PSA) latest data showed the country’s poverty rate already…
By Severino C. Samonte Did you know that the first proposal or move to amend or change some of the provisions of the 1987 Constitution happened in 1997 and that then President Fidel V. Ramos (FVR) became a prime suspect in initiating it to pave the way for the extension of his term which was due to end on…
By Liza Agoot BAGUIO CITY – Five years ago, former New People’s Army rebel “Ka Iyong” was always fearful that each sunrise would be his last — until he grabbed the opportunity to surrender and provide a brighter future for his family. Ka Iyong, 35, retained his underground nickname even now that he has become…
DARAGA, Albay – Returning home from your Bicol trip but still undecided what “pasalubong” to take with you to capture the unique flavors and culture of the region? Fret not! We have made the list and checked it twice to find out what’s novel and nice. Sorsogon’s pili skincare essentials If you want to get up close…
Student designers from the Iloilo Science and Technology University, Technological University of the Philippines-Manila, and Fashion Institute of the Philippines emerged as the top three winners of a national streetwear competition during the 2023 National Youth Science, Technology, and Innovation Festival (NYSTIF). Feril Izakiah and Seth Amuel B. Abellano of Iloilo Science and Technology University…
For small businesses in the provinces looking to expand or add inventory and equipment, BDO Network Bank offers Negosyante Loan as a means to fund these needs. With Negosyante Loan, one can apply for an amount up to Php 1M, payable over a period of up to 36 months. Small business owners can choose affordable…
In Photo: Eduardo V. Francisco, President of BDO Capital, one of the speakers at the British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines’ (BCCP) Economic Forum, discussed significant policies, reforms and economic opportunities in the country among corporate and business leaders, economists and investment companies. BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) supports investments in infrastructure and transportation projects…
BDO Unibank said its 1,200 branches nationwide now have self-service onboarding kiosks, making it easy for clients to open accounts and transact in the branches. Several branches also have a universal machine where clients can do various transactions, including cash and check deposits, fund transfers, pay bills, and update their passbooks. With the global shift towards…
BDO Unibank and its community banking arm BDO Network Bank continue to empower the provinces of Leyte, Samar, and Biliran by providing relevant financial solutions to address their residents’ and businesses’ unique banking needs. In this ever-changing economic landscape, accessibility to innovative and relevant financial products and services is pivotal in empowering individuals and businesses…
Nagtungo ang Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) noong 28 Setyembre–5 Oktubre 2023 sa pitong (7) katutubong pamayanang kultural (indigenous cultural community o ICC) ng Bukidnon upang humingi ng pahintulot na makapangalap ng datos para sa pagsasapanahon ng impormasyon hinggil sa kanilang katutubong wika. Ipinaliwanag nila sa pitong (7) ICCs ang proyektong pananaliksik ng KWF hinggil…
