DPWH temporarily bars personal travel abroad for officials, employees

DPWH temporarily bars personal travel abroad for officials, employees

MANILA, Philippines — Officials and employees of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) are temporarily barred from personal overseas travel due to the ongoing validation of the agency’s projects linked to the multibillion-peso flood control program scandal in the Philippines. DPWH chief Manuel Bonoan, in a memorandum dated August 29, said the order was made in line with the agency’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and public service integrity. “Approval of all applications for Authority to Travel abroad for personal reasons are hereby temporarily suspended except for personal travel for urgent medical reasons, effective immediately until the end of […]... Keep on reading: DPWH temporarily bars personal travel abroad for officials, employees

Leptospirosis deaths in QC more than doubled, says health official

Leptospirosis deaths in QC more than doubled, says health official

MANILA, Philippines — Fatalities related to leptospirosis in Quezon City have reached 74 as of August 27, according to the city’s health department. During the QC Journalists’ Forum on Friday, Dr. Patricia Anne Bonifacio from Quezon City Health said the 74 leptospirosis-related cases are “more than double” compared to the numbers of the same period in 2024. “The number of deaths this year has more than doubled compared to last year. So, this year, as of Aug. 27, we have reported 74 leptospirosis-related deaths throughout the city,” Bonifacio, speaking in mixed Filipino and English, said in the forum. READ: Leptospirosis […]... Keep on reading: Leptospirosis deaths in QC more than doubled, says health official

James Reid joins Kathryn Bernardo in upcoming Dreamscape series

James Reid joins Kathryn Bernardo in upcoming Dreamscape series

James Reid will be joining Kathryn Bernardo in an upcoming Dreamscape series, marking the first time they will share the screen in a primetime project. Reid’s casting was announced by the ABS-CBN production company on Friday, Aug. 29, showing a clip of the actor-singer exchanging pleasantries before engaging in a photoshoot. “Someone is joining her… it’s none other than James Reid! The powerhouse tandem you never saw coming. Asia’s Superstar — Kathryn Bernardo and Multimedia Prince — James Reid, together in a teleserye from Dreamscape Entertainment,” the post read. ??????? ?? ??????? ???… and it’s none other than James Reid! […]... Keep on reading: James Reid joins Kathryn Bernardo in upcoming Dreamscape series

Making healthcare accessible for every Filipino with Maxicare’s new PRIMA prepaid healthcare cards

Making healthcare accessible for every Filipino with Maxicare’s new PRIMA prepaid healthcare cards

Maxicare Healthcare Corporation has long been a leader of innovation and reliability in the Philippine healthcare landscape. They proudly launched their new PRIMA prepaid healthcare cards designed to simplify and elevate the way Filipinos manage their well-being. These cards are products of MaxiHealth, which operates the Maxicare Primary Care Clinics nationwide. The new PRIMA cards are the must-have healthcare cards for Filipinos who want proactive and preventive care, hassle-free. They give unlimited access to all Maxicare Primary Care Clinics (PCCs), are available for everyone from newborns to seniors – even those with pre-existing conditions – and even provide special member […]... Keep on reading: Making healthcare accessible for every Filipino with Maxicare’s new PRIMA prepaid healthcare cards

Cebuana Lhuillier’s KaNegosyo Center earns global recognition for empowering Filipino entrepreneurs

Cebuana Lhuillier’s KaNegosyo Center earns global recognition for empowering Filipino entrepreneurs

Cebuana Lhuillier’s KaNegosyo Center, the company’s flagship program for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), has been recognized globally for helping over one million Filipino entrepreneurs thrive. At the prestigious Stevie® International Business Awards, the initiative won three distinctions: two Golds—for Financial Services and for Marketing Campaign of the Year (B2B)—and a Bronze for Best Public-Private Partnership. These honors contributed to Cebuana Lhuillier’s 20-award haul at this year’s competition. “KaNegosyo Center is about creating real opportunities for MSMEs to succeed,” said Jean Henri Lhuillier, President and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier. “This recognition validates the impact of our mission—not just for […]... Keep on reading: Cebuana Lhuillier’s KaNegosyo Center earns global recognition for empowering Filipino entrepreneurs

Comelec junks Mike Rama’s protest, affirms Archival as Cebu City mayor

Comelec junks Mike Rama’s protest, affirms Archival as Cebu City mayor

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has junked the election protest of former mayor Michael Rama. This affirms that Nestor Archival remains the duly elected mayor of Cebu City. Lawyer Amando Virgil Ligutan, Archival’s legal counsel, announced the ruling in a press conference on Friday, August 26. He stressed that the decision validates the people’s mandate delivered in last year’s elections. “On August 28, we received the decision of the Comelec dismissing the election protest filed by former Mayor Mike Rama. The message is clear: former Mayor Rama lost the election, and he lost big time,” Ligutan […]... Keep on reading: Comelec junks Mike Rama’s protest, affirms Archival as Cebu City mayor