SM Supermalls and DICT launched Digital Corners in SM Job Fairs

SM Supermalls and DICT launched Digital Corners in SM Job Fairs

SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), has officially introduced Digital Corners to SM Job Fairs—an initiative launched during the J.O.B.S. Immersion for SHS 2025 held at the Skydome, SM City North EDSA. An innovative learning solution, the Digital Corner is designed as a free, open-access upskilling hub within SM job fair venues. It offers job seekers training opportunities on digital literacy, Python programming, Google Career Certificate courses, basic networking, coding, cybersecurity, and online entrepreneurship. “This is the next step in our collective efforts to not only match jobs with job seekers but to equip them with future-ready digital […]... Keep on reading: SM Supermalls and DICT launched Digital Corners in SM Job Fairs

Bela Padilla takes swipe at Slater Young, criticizes Pangasinan rep’s flood remark

Bela Padilla takes swipe at Slater Young, criticizes Pangasinan rep’s flood remark

Bela Padilla took a swipe at Slater Young while denouncing the remark of Pangasinan second district representative Mark Cojuangco, who argued that the typhoon victims’ situation is the “consequence” of their choice of building houses in hazardous areas. Cojuangco made the remark in response to a compilation video on X showing people, animals and houses submerged in floodwaters after the onslaught of typhoon Tino. “PANGARAP KO LANG TALAGA IS MAMATAY NA LAHAT NG CORRUPT SA PILIPINAS!” the caption of the video read. (I wish for the death of all corrupt officials in the Philippines!) Cojuangco commented, “Bakit kasi sa flood […]... Keep on reading: Bela Padilla takes swipe at Slater Young, criticizes Pangasinan rep’s flood remark

Prices of noche buena goods may soar due to typhoon relief

Prices of noche buena goods may soar due to typhoon relief

As the Philippines enters the holiday season reeling from a succession of typhoons and earthquakes, prices of “noche buena” food items may go up due to an increased demand caused by relief operations, the president of a supermarket group said on Monday. If the Philippines is hit by three more storms or an earthquake, what will affect the prices of holiday food items are the massive distribution of relief goods from both the government and private sector, said Steven Cua, president of the Philippine Amalgamated Supermarkets Association. But Cua, who is also a member of the National Price Coordinating Council […]... Keep on reading: Prices of noche buena goods may soar due to typhoon relief

First Gen profit as of Sept. 2025 inches up to P12.1B

First Gen profit as of Sept. 2025 inches up to P12.1B

MANILA, Philippines – First Gen Corp. saw its earnings edge higher in the first nine months of 2025 despite weaker power demand and prices. In a disclosure Tuesday, the group said its attributable recurring net income went up by 3 percent to P12.1 billion from P11.6 billion a year ago. READ: First Gen gears up for $20-B expansion Its topline, however, dipped 3 percent to P102 billion from P104.6 billion, amid lower power sales and the decline in spot market prices recorded by its natural gas and geothermal businesses. Contributions from the company’s hydro business, on the other hand, soared […]... Keep on reading: First Gen profit as of Sept. 2025 inches up to P12.1B

DOJ: STILL NO ICC ARREST WARRANT FOR SEN. BATO

UPDATE: As of Tuesday morning, the Department of Justice says it has not received any International Criminal Court arrest warrant for Sen. Bato dela Rosa, contrary to Ombudsman Remulla’s earlier claim.

Prosecutor General Richard

DOJ: STILL NO ICC ARREST WARRANT FOR SEN. BATO UPDATE: As of Tuesday morning, the Department of Justice says it has not received any International Criminal Court arrest warrant for Sen. Bato dela Rosa, contrary to Ombudsman Remulla’s earlier claim. Prosecutor General Richard

DOJ: STILL NO ICC ARREST WARRANT FOR SEN. BATO UPDATE: As of Tuesday morning, the Department of Justice says it has not received any International Criminal Court arrest warrant for Sen. Bato dela Rosa, contrary to Ombudsman Remulla’s earlier claim. Prosecutor General Richard

Jimuel Pacquiao, partner Carolina treated to baby shower

Jimuel Pacquiao, partner Carolina treated to baby shower

Jimuel Pacquiao and his non-showbiz partner, Carolina, were treated to a baby shower in Los Angeles ahead of the arrival of their first child.  Jimuel’s mother, Jinkee Pacquiao, gave a glimpse of the intimate gathering on her Instagram page on Monday, Nov. 10, which was attended by family members from both sides.  The photos showed the soon-to-be parents happily posing for pictures with the proud grandparents, Jinkee and Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao.  It also included a snap of the couple next to a pink-decorated kettle-inspired cake and another photo of them holding up a baby sonogram. Carolina donned a […]... Keep on reading: Jimuel Pacquiao, partner Carolina treated to baby shower

Does the Sierra Madre really stop typhoons?

Does the Sierra Madre really stop typhoons?

CEBU, Philippines — For years, Filipinos have called the Sierra Madre the country’s “great wall” — a mighty shield that protects Luzon from raging typhoons. But as Typhoon Uwan (international name Fung-wong) battered the region over the weekend, the question resurfaced online: Does the Sierra Madre really stop typhoons? READ: UWAN: Live updates The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) clarified on Monday, November 10, that while the Sierra Madre Mountain Range helps weaken strong winds, it “cannot fully protect” Luzon from the destructive impact of tropical cyclones. “Maaaring sabihing nakatutulong ang Sierra Madre bilang panangga sa mga bagyo sa […]... Keep on reading: Does the Sierra Madre really stop typhoons?

Cop killed after allegedly robbing Bulacan convenience store

Cop killed after allegedly robbing Bulacan convenience store

MANILA, Philippines — A police officer was said to have been killed after allegedly robbing a Bulacan convenience store, according to the Police Regional Office Central Luzon (PRO 3) on Tuesday. In a statement, PRO 3 said the suspect — wearing a red jacket — held up a store in Barangay Santa Rosa I in Marilao, taking P20,000 before fleeing on a motorcycle to a subdivision in Barangay Loma de Gato in the same town on Monday night. According to PRO 3, in tracking down the suspect at the subdivision, police officers “chanced upon and attempted to flag down the […]... Keep on reading: Cop killed after allegedly robbing Bulacan convenience store

Over 2M affected after onslaught of Typhoon Uwan — NDRRMC

Over 2M affected after onslaught of Typhoon Uwan — NDRRMC

MANILA, Philippines – Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-Wong) has left 2,358,476 persons affected across 15 regions, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said on Tuesday morning. As of 6 a.m., the highest number of affected persons is in Bicol Region, with 1,163,473 persons or 329,029 families affected, followed by Negros Island Region with 198,120 persons or 51,468 families affected, and Eastern Visayas with 186,532 persons or 53,053 families affected. The affected persons for the remaining 12 regions are as follows: Among the 2.3 million people affected, 1,068,834 individuals remain displaced, the NDRRMC also reported. According to the […]... Keep on reading: Over 2M affected after onslaught of Typhoon Uwan — NDRRMC

Apex 9-mo income surges to P5.45B

Apex 9-mo income surges to P5.45B

MANILA, Philippines – Apex Mining Co. Inc. recorded a net income of P5.45 billion in the nine months ending in September, a 77.5-percent surge from P3.07 billion in the same period a year ago, mainly on higher gold prices. In the third quarter alone, the Razon Group’s listed mining company saw its bottom line rise by 64.1 percent to P2.15 billion. READ: Apex mining first-semester earnings surged 70% Nine-month revenues amounted to P15.48 billion, up 42.8 percent, mostly coming from gold sales. Apex Mining attributed its improved profitability to the continued rise in gold prices and the strong performance of […]... Keep on reading: Apex 9-mo income surges to P5.45B

Technical glitch hits two MRT-3 stations amid passenger volume surge

Technical glitch hits two MRT-3 stations amid passenger volume surge

MANILA, Philippines — Two Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) stations experienced a technical glitch following the high volume of passengers this Tuesday morning, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said.   In a Facebook advisory, the DOTr said the glitch struck the Taft Avenue Station and Magallanes Stations.   READ: DOTr announces free MRT-3, LRT-1 and 2 rides from Nov. 10 to 11    “We sincerely ask for your understanding and patience as we experience high volume of passengers coinciding with the peak hours,” the DOTr said in the advisory.   “Our maintenance teams are immediately on […]... Keep on reading: Technical glitch hits two MRT-3 stations amid passenger volume surge

San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) reported consolidated net income of P33.7 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 11% from the same period last year, driven by strong performances across its food, beer, and spirits divisions.

San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) reported consolidated net income of P33.7 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 11% from the same period last year, driven by strong performances across its food, beer, and spirits divisions.

San Miguel Food and Beverage Inc. (SMFB) reported consolidated net income of P33.7 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up 11% from the same period last year, driven by strong performances across its food, beer, and spirits divisions.

DTI OFFERS PRICE GUIDE FOR HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

The Department of Trade and Industry has released the price guide for food items for Noche Buena, also known as the Filipino Christmas dinner, as well as a QR code that shows promos and discount offers.

 DTI Philippines

DTI OFFERS PRICE GUIDE FOR HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS The Department of Trade and Industry has released the price guide for food items for Noche Buena, also known as the Filipino Christmas dinner, as well as a QR code that shows promos and discount offers. DTI Philippines

DTI OFFERS PRICE GUIDE FOR HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS The Department of Trade and Industry has released the price guide for food items for Noche Buena, also known as the Filipino Christmas dinner, as well as a QR code that shows promos and discount offers. DTI Philippines

Sierra Madre: CBCP exec says people should protect, not just thank it

Sierra Madre: CBCP exec says people should protect, not just thank it

MANILA, Philippines – An official of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Monday said the faithful should not only express their gratitude to the Sierra Madre, the country’s longest mountain range, but also resolve to protect it from being destroyed. CBCP-Episcopal Commission on Social Action, Justice, and Peace (ECSA-JP) vice chairman Gerardo Alminaza said Filipinos must protect Sierra Madre as pay back for keeping Luzon residents safe from strong typhoons. READ: Uwan moves northward outside PAR  Responsibility “Faith must move us from gratitude to responsibility. If God continues to save us through creation, then the least we can […]... Keep on reading: Sierra Madre: CBCP exec says people should protect, not just thank it

PNR suspends CamSur-Albay operations due to typhoon-damaged tracks

PNR suspends CamSur-Albay operations due to typhoon-damaged tracks

LIGAO CITY – The Philippine National Railways has temporarily suspended railway operations starting Monday, Nov.10, due to damage to tracks and other infrastructure caused by Typhoon Uwan, PNR general manager Deovanni Miranda announced. Miranda told the Inquirer in a Viber message on Monday that initial inspections showed some stretches of submerged and eroded tracks. He said a railway bridge in Guinobatan, Albay was also twisted after its foundation was eroded and damaged by floodwaters. He added that daily trips from Camarines Sur to Albay and vice versa will be suspended for “more or less two months” while repairs and restoration […]... Keep on reading: PNR suspends CamSur-Albay operations due to typhoon-damaged tracks