Think about your family’s future. What do you see? Perhaps it’s your child graduating with flying colors from a top university, your dream business finally opening its doors, or the love of your life walking down the aisle. Whatever your dreams or aspirations are, it is essential to work on your family’s future with a…
With artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizing industries, Telus Digital Philippines is making significant strides to ensure women are at the forefront of this transformation through comprehensive training programs and the use of AI-powered tools. From utilizing an AI co-pilot to help sift through tens of thousands of employee engagement feedback to creating and utilizing an “AI…
Rising Filipino artists Tiara Shaye and Fana took home the coveted “Grand Champion” title at the PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Festival, held at the New Frontier Theater on Saturday evening. Their winning entry, “Wag Paglaruan,”captivated the jury with its enduring songwriting appeal and contemporary artistry, standing out among the 12 finalists from the top Philippine…
After a two-year hiatus, 24-year-old recording artist, singer-songwriter, and musician KREY has just made her much-anticipated return to the music scene with her new single “Meet Again.” The track marks a significant evolution in KREY’s artistry, showcasing a deeper and more personal side to her storytelling. KREY, one of the artists under Diorama FM, a…
Foreign tourists visiting the Philippines can now apply for a refund on the value-added tax (VAT) for purchases made from accredited stores, the Department of Finance (DOF) announced. To qualify, non-resident tourists or foreign passport holders must spend at least P3,000 on locally purchased goods such as clothing, electronics, jewelry, souvenirs, and consumables. The items…
Around 5,000 overseas Filipinos have registered for the Online Voting and Counting System (OVCS) ahead of the May 12 midterm elections. The enrollment period, which began on March 20, will continue until May 7. Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia expressed optimism that more Filipinos abroad will sign up in the coming weeks, noting that the…
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) arrested two Korean nationals and nine Filipinos involved in illegal mining operations in Butuan City. CIDG Director Maj. Gen. Nicolas Torre confirmed that the CIDG-Caraga operatives apprehended Joung Whan Oh and Young Gwan Mun, along with Filipino suspects identified as alias John, Jenalyn, Herbert, Jenie, Noel, Macky, Beth,…
Sari-sari store activity in the Philippines picked up in 2024, fueled by increased transactions in regional areas, according to tech startup Packworks. In a statement, Packworks reported that 175,000 sari-sari stores actively used its Sari.PH Pro app last year, a 32 percent increase from 133,000 in 2023. The app provides storeowners with tools for pricing,…
For many, rainy days often signal gloom, especially when they disrupt long-awaited plans. But for Erik Lim, CEO of Top Line Business Development Corp., a brief but busy visit to Manila was filled with optimism as he looks ahead to the company’s next big step—its initial public offering (IPO). Lim, 38, is at the helm…
The government announced Sunday it will boost alternative public transport options during the jeepney strike scheduled for Monday, March 24. According to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the deployment of additional buses and trains, while the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will provide free rides in affected areas. The…