THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said on Tuesday that the aggressive implementation of a net metering program will help insulate customers from rising electricity prices. “While the program demonstrates potential savings in electricity cost and protection from bill shock, actual data shows the need for more aggressive efforts to promote and implement the program in […]
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Why learning to surf can be great for your mental health, according to a psychologist
Disclaimer: This asset is provided by The Conversation. Nothing clears the mind like going for a surf. With the escapism and simplicity of riding waves, it’s no secret that surfing feels good. Now our preliminary study in children and adolescents adds to growing evidence that surfing really is good for your mental health. But you don’t have to have a mental illness to get […]
Senator lashes at Customs reps over ‘big-time’ fuel smuggling
THE SENATE Energy Committee chair called out customs officials in a hearing on Thursday for claiming to have no information on “big-time oil smugglers” and failing to prosecute those caught evading the fuel marking program. “This is the list of big-time oil smugglers,” Senator Rafael “Raffy” T. Tulfo, who chaired the hearing, said in a […]
MMDA returns P1.2-B unauthorized WiFi fund from DICT — solon
THE METRO Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has returned a P1.2-billion fund it received from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) without the necessary approvals, a lawmaker said on Monday. Senior Deputy Minority Leader Paul R. Daza, who was one of the lawmakers present in the House investigation on the alleged illegal transfer of […]
Gov’t has P1.3-B budget for free bus rides this year — DBM
THE GOVERNMENT has allocated P1.285 billion in this year’s budget for the continuation of free bus services nationwide, including the EDSA Busway system in Metro Manila, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said on Thursday. “We understand the plight of our commuting public. The service contracting program, which funds ‘Libreng Sakay’ is a big […]
Balikbayans to enjoy treats on Sinulog festival week
IN LINE with the celebration of the Santo Niño fiesta, Balik Cebu has announced that they will be hosting a free Filipino buffet dinner for at least 200 balikbayans. Balik Cebu is a program of the Cebu City Government and the Cebu Provincial Government in coordination with the Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA) and other […]
LANDBANK farm lending program approves P17.8B in loans in first 10 months
LAND BANK of the Philippines (LANDBANK) said one of its financing programs for farmers approved P17.8 billion worth of loans as of the end of October to 1,245 borrowers, against the year-earlier total of P17.4 billion to 1,220 borrowers. The bank disclosed the lending totals for the Sulong Saka program in a statement released in […]
LANDBANK lending to fisheries tops P2.8 billion
THE LAND Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) said outstanding loans to the fisheries sector hit P2.8 billion at the end of November. In a statement Thursday, the state-run bank said that it offers lending programs designed to boost fisheries production. Its product lines include a sustainable aquaculture lending program, which finances fishers’ associations, cooperatives or […]
Procurement, bonuses deemed hot spots for GOCC corruption
THE GOVERNANCE Commission for GOCCs (GCG) said its anti-corruption and integrity program will focus on problem areas like procurement and property disposals by state-owned companies. The GCG said it also considers bonuses, allowances, and incentives at state-owned firms, known as government-owned or-controlled corporations (GOCCs), another area that needs to be watched. “This program will ultimately […]
Senator proposes scholarship for law students who will work in gov’t
SENATOR Rafael “Raffy” T. Tulfo has filed a bill seeking to establish a program providing free tuition and other school fees for law students who will be required to work for government after they pass the bar exam. The measure requires the establishment of a Free Legal Education Program in all state universities and colleges […]
House approves NCSTP bill on final reading
THE HOUSE of Representatives on Thursday approved on 3rd and final reading a measure that seeks mandatory military training for public and private tertiary education students. House Bill 6687, certified by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as urgent, got 276 affirmative votes, while four opposed and one abstained. Under the proposed law, the National Citizens […]
Fujitsu Joins Scholarship Partner Program of Kamiyama Marugoto College of Design, Engineering and Entrepreneurship, Contributes One Billion Yen to Scholarship Fund
TOKYO, Dec 12, 2022 – (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Fujitsu today announced that it joined a scholarship partner program(1) to provide free tuition to students of the “Kamiyama Marugoto College of Design, Engineering and Entrepreneurship” (hereinafter Kamiyama Marugoto College)(2), a private school for higher education scheduled to open in April 2023 in Tokushima Prefecture, […]
Student group slams mandatory ROTC push
THE COLLEGE Editors Guild of the Philippines (CEGP) on Wednesday rejected a bill that would make military training mandatory in tertiary schools and disguising that intent by using the term National Citizens Service Training Program (NCSTP). In a statement, the alliance of collegiate student publications said the measure is a “hidden push” for the Reserve […]
Gatchalian files bill restoring mandatory 2-year ROTC in tertiary schools
A SENATOR has filed a bill seeking to restore a compulsory two-year military training program in tertiary schools nationwide. Senate Bill 1551 or the Mandatory Basic Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Act, filed by Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian, also seeks to reinstitute a two-year voluntary Advance ROTC Program at the tertiary level. The measure covers […]
Guidebook for Filipino teachers off the press in mid-January 2023
A GUIDEBOOK for Filipino teachers, “Nakakabasa na Ako! (I Can Finally Read!),” to effectively teach reading to literacy-deprived children in the Philippines will be off the press in mid-January 2023, announced the book’s publisher Miguel Z. Patolot. The book authored by teacher Julie Weygan Aparato captures a dedicated educator’s decade of experience in teaching literacy-challenged […]
Prenetics Announces US$20 Million Stock Repurchase Program and Inclusion into the MSCI Global Micro Cap Index
LONDON AND HONG KONG, Nov 30, 2022 – (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Prenetics Global Limited (NASDAQ: PRE) (“Prenetics” or the “Company”), a global leader in genomic and diagnostic testing, today announced that its board of directors has authorized a share repurchase program, and that it has been included as a constituent stock in the […]
Discussions to extend CARS program ongoing
A PROPOSED extension to the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program is currently being discussed, according to the Department of Trade and Industry. Ceferino S. Rodolfo, Trade undersecretary and Board of Investments (BoI) managing head, told reporters in a recent briefing that the two CARS participants, Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. and Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp., […]
Watsons recognized for contributions to government’s vaccination program
TRUSTED health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons Philippines has been recognized by the Department of Health for its efforts as a partner of the government in the “Resbakuna sa Botika” program now dubbed “PinasLakas,” which provides Covid-19 vaccine boosters to the public. The DOH gave recognition and honor to Watsons and their Covid-19 Immunizing Pharmacists […]
Mitrade launches Global Affiliate Program, Shares up to 50% of its Profits with Partners
Melbourne, Australia, November 07, 2022 – (SEAPRWire) – Leading CFD trading platform Mitrade launches its in-house affiliate program and is now offering up to 50% of its profit to affiliate partners. Mitrade welcomes everyone who is interested in building their career in the investing industry. The affiliate program is open to everyone, regardless of background and occupation. Mitrade’s […]
Small-farmer insurance bill filed in Senate
A BILL seeking to expand the coverage of the crop insurance program to include small farmers has been filed at the Senate. The Philippines’ “vulnerability to disasters and (their) disastrous effect on agricultural productivity calls for a more permanent and long-term solution that will ensure that the agricultural sector, especially small farmers, are protected and […]