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The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) registration bill was approved at the bicameral conference committee on Tuesday evening, September 27. (Jonas Leupe/Unsplash) This was confirmed by the representative of the 1st district of the…

New / World / Thailand to legalize abortion for up to 20 weeks Thailand to legalize abortion for up to 20 weeks BANGKOK, Thailand — Thailand will legalize abortion for up to 20 weeks, the government announced Tuesday,…

FOR maritime stakeholders, if the Philippines is to be more globally competitive, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and his administration will need to strengthen the…

THE Population and Development Commission (PopCom) highlighted the important role of a robust working-age population in achieving socio-economic development through a state of…

TOKYO: Japan has expressed serious concern over Russia's possible use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine as the government spokesman on Monday announced an additional ban on…

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced that as of 3 a.m. on Monday, September 26, the following transmission lines were "unavailable": North of Luzon 69kV Cabanatuan-San Luis lineRelease date/time:…

The government's proposed budget of 5.268 billion pesos for 2023 is set to be approved after the House of Representatives completed plenary debates for at least 76% of all government agencies. House of Representatives (FILE PHOTO/MANILA…

Size doesn't matter all the time. Sometimes it takes courage, perseverance, hard work and vision to compete with the Philippine business Goliaths. Dennis Uy, chairman and president of Udenna Corp. Dennis Uy, president and…

EACH growing season, farmers use more and more chemical inputs to maintain the yield and high quality needed for the harvest. This results in a vicious cycle for the need for…

Technology has adapted to people's demands for a better and more accessible life. Although these developments benefit society, they have neglected the circumstances of the environment, often compromising its overall quality.…

Shakey's 2022 Super League Collegiate Pre-Season Championship goes down on Saturday with an explosive quadruple header kicking off hostilities at Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Eastern University and Mapua University face off in the opening…

In discussions of the national development of the Philippines, the Filipino "diaspora" - people living abroad for a short or long period - unquestionably occupies a primary…

New / Subway / 163 teachers will join Pasig LGU, UST science education program 163 teachers will join Pasig LGU, UST science education program The University of Sto. Tomas (UST) will soon host 163 science teachers from…

"We are not history makers. We are made by history." - Martin Luther King Jr.The history of the PHILIPPINES in the K-12 curriculum ceased to be a separate subject. So…

Our goal at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, hereafter referred to as "Credible", is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us…

A House (HR) resolution that calls for reinstatement of budget cuts made to State Universities and Colleges (SUC) under the 5.268 trillion peso General Appropriations Bill (GAB) for 2023 was tabled on Wednesday, September 21 by a solon…

What is the ClearOne Advantage? ClearOne Advantage is a Maryland-based debt relief company that has been in business since 2007. It is accredited by the Better Business Bureau, is A+ rated, and offers personalized debt settlement…

The Department of Health (DOH) is considering recommending further easing of border restrictions due to COVID-19 for foreign travelers wishing to travel to the Philippines, an official said Tuesday. COVID SITUATOR. This photo…

n photo (LR): Ms. Edith Gomez-Cudiamat – PLDT Global VP and Head for Enterprise and International Business Solution, Mr. Albert V. Villa-Real – PLDT Global President and CEO, Mr. Lawrence Y. Ferrer – Bayad President and CEO , and Mr.…

HUAWEI CONNECT 2022, Huawei's 7th annual flagship event for the global ICT industry, kicked off in Bangkok on Monday. Huawei has brought together industry leaders, experts and partners from around the world to explore how to unleash…

The Department for Education (DepEd) said it was not deliberately excluding funding for programs for learners with disabilities in its 2023 budget proposal. The DepEd also defended its “confidential funds” item listed in its…

The opening of the 8.9-kilometer Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) boosted Cebu's post-pandemic tourism and economy, according to a study. A study by the Center for Social Research and Education at the University of San Carlos said…

Read this in the Manila Times digital edition. (UPDATE) PRESIDENT Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. rejected proposals to assign additional powers to the new…

SINGAPORE: Do Kwon, the wanted South Korean founder of failed cryptocurrency Terra, denied on Sunday that he was on the run after Singapore police said he was not in the…

SOME 47 leaders and members of a Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) front organization stood down and denounced their support for the Communist Party of the Philippines-New…

For a few hundred years, China has been the largest and most important in the world in several industries such as manufacturing. However, history has also shown that China…

The Land Bank of the Philippines has partnered with MyEG Philippines, Inc. (MyEG PH) to enable users of the Link.BizPortal facility to pay for products and services online from government and private institutions at the using…

Speakers from the event along with representatives from Abbott Philippines pose for a photo after the official launch of the new Similac GainSchool at Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City on September 3rd. Abbott announced the…

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Power outages have hit the Philippines' largest and most populous island after 10 power plants shut down or curtailed output due to coal shortages, as experts warn of a possible crisis in a country whose…

Our goal at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, hereafter referred to as "Credible", is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us…

To ensure government services are more accessible to the public, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has opened an off-site office in Calbayog, Samar. (Photo courtesy of PRC Facebook page) “The PRC needs to strengthen its…

Bangkok: A gunman killed one person and injured two others in a shootout at a military installation in Bangkok on Wednesday, Thai police told AFP.Deputy national police…

An infectious disease expert expects a possible rise in the number of Covid-19 cases as the country implements the lifting of masks in outdoor areas.President Ferdinand…

Senator Robinhood "Robin" C. Padilla said medical marijuana could play a key role in funding major government programs that would benefit all Filipinos. Padilla underscored this yesterday as the Senate prepares to tackle the proposed…

“With Marcos Sr's son holding the presidency, we are now at a crossroads. Whether or not the BBM administration respects the PCGG's mandate or emasculates it, only time will tell. As early as 2003, the Supreme Court in…

Numerous movies, series and even social media sketches are all about the beloved Olive Garden restaurant. Aside from the unlimited breadsticks and family experience, many Filipinos know little about the restaurant and its flavor…

New / National / TESDA to trainees: register for accredited training programs TESDA to trainees: register for accredited training programs The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has urged the…

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has asked Israel to strengthen cooperation with the Philippines in the area of ​​agriculture to ensure local food security, Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Ilan Fluss said. Ambassador of Israel to…

At a media roundtable in Taguig City, Metro Manila, Nokia reaffirmed its support for the digital transformation journey of Philippine businesses and advanced the national…

Hundreds of entries, but only one can triumph: South Korea's "Squid Game" will make Emmy history on Monday as it aims to become the first foreign-language television show to win honors for best drama. The Netflix show – in…

Photo by Kevin KramerLeah Raymundo and John Occhiato have already found success with their pandemic pop-up Side Hustle and St. Paul staples Stella Belle and Cafe Astoria. They now turn all their attention to the Philippines with Kalsada.…

Asian markets rallied on Friday after a strong showing on Wall Street as investors widely anticipated further interest rate hikes aimed at tackling runaway inflation. The more confident mood was reflected in a decline in the…

AdvertisingWeeks have now passed since the controversial visit of US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan. Christopher Twomey correctly analyzed that the visit triggered a "fourth Taiwan crisis", given the deterioration…

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TACLOBAN CITY - Maghubas Elementary School in Barangay Maghubas, Burauen, Leyte has been locked, chained and a 'No Trespassing' sign posted by claimants from the land where it was built on Wednesday September 7. More than 150 students…

Our goal at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, hereafter referred to as "Credible", is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us…

Stocks plunged on Wednesday as the peso and other major currencies plunged against the U.S. dollar and on fears of a bigger rate hike from the Federal Reserve. The Philippines' stock index fell 115.52 points, or 2.3 percent, to…

A Consumer and Business Debt Consolidation report has been released which provides an overview of the global Consumer and Business Debt Consolidation industry along with a detailed explanation that provides a lot of information.…

New / Luzon / Inauguration of a P2.3-M fish breeding center in the Montagnes province Inauguration of a P2.3-M fish breeding center in the Montagnes province BONTOC, Mountain Province – A 2.3 million peso municipal…

Charges will be brought against figures involved in approving controversial Sugar Order No. 4 once the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee releases the findings of its investigation on Thursday, September 8, the senator said yesterday.…

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(Part 2) The fourth reason why the Philippines' sugar industry has not caught up with countries like Thailand in agricultural productivity is the paradox that as we aspire to join the world in having our…

The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) presented a check worth 8,223,195.60 pesos to the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) as part of their small lottery actions cities (STL).…

LANGLEY, Wash.: One person was killed and nine people are still missing, including a child, after a seaplane crashed Sunday afternoon in Puget Sound, Washington, the US Coast…

The school year has officially started and most students are now back to some form of face-to-face lessons after two years of virtual education. I'm sure it must be exciting for students to see their teachers and friends (and finally meet…

With the impact of COVID-19 on daily life greatly reduced, student borrowers whose repayments have been suspended due to the pandemic may be considering their options for resuming payments on this life-changing debt.This may lead some…

The world's largest IT infrastructure services provider recently announced that Del Monte Philippines Inc. (DMPI), a world-renowned plant-based food company, has engaged…

New / Mindanao / The construction of the flyover in Zamboanga will soon begin by decree of the mayor The construction of the flyover in Zamboanga will soon begin by decree of the mayor CITY OF ZAMBOANGA — Mayor John…

New / World / Serious, even worrying terrorist threat in France: Minister Serious, even worrying terrorist threat in France: Minister PARIS, France — The terrorist threat remains severe in France, even “worrying,” French…

AMID the economic consequences brought by the Covid-19 pandemic to private schools across the country, a group of educators have urged the Department of Education (DepEd) to…

The number of "Help Wanted" signs may have fallen in the United States in August, but the employment situation still remains tight, official figures are due out on Friday. According to consensus, the unemployment rate for…

Have a good day. Here are the Manila Times articles for Friday, September 2, 2022.READ: ABS-CBN and TV5 drop merger dealRIVAL networks ABS-CBN and TV5 canceled the!-->…

MUMBAI, India - A post-pandemic rebound saw India's economy grow 13.5% in the June quarter, official figures showed on Wednesday, but the expansion was lower than expected due to headwinds that shook up Asia's third-largest…

The world we live in is modern, highly connected, digital and highly dependent on smart solutions developed by the technology industry. In recent years, interest and investment has increased in the Philippine tech industry, especially in…

BEIJING, China — Chinese factory activity declined in August for the second consecutive month, official data showed on Wednesday, as the sector was hit by strict COVID restrictions and extreme heat. The Purchasing Managers'…

FORMER President Rodrigo Duterte has rallied his party comrades to prepare for the midterm elections in 2025.The 77-year-old "retired" former director general made the call…

Our goal at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, hereafter referred to as "Credible", is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we promote the products of our partner lenders who pay us…

KYIV, Ukraine — Five meters below a Kyiv classroom, principal Mykhaylo Aliokhin is putting the finishing touches on the bunker where his students will spend much of their time once the Ukrainian school term begins later this week. Toys…

The country's 17th president delivered a good inaugural ceremony, a more economy-focused SONA, crafted an eight-point social program and presented a budget message to the…

THE biggest debate on road use today is the implementation of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) enforced by local government units, especially in Metro Manila.One…

Read this in the Manila Times digital edition. BEIJING: China's slowing economy has left millions of young people in fierce competition for an ever-shrinking…

Minister Nakata Masahiro from the Japanese Embassy attended the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the…

MINGORA, Pakistan - Thousands of people living near flood-swollen rivers in northern Pakistan were ordered to evacuate on Saturday as the death toll from devastating monsoon rains neared 1,000 with no end in sight. People gather in front…

COTABATO CITY: Fishermen's cooperatives in Maguindanao and Cotabato City on Thursday received 80 new fishing boats under the Tabang project, or Tulong Alay sa Bangsamorong…

SUKKUR, Pakistan — Heavy rains hit much of Pakistan on Friday after the government declared an emergency to deal with monsoon floods which it said affected more than 30 million people. A general view of a flooded area after heavy monsoon…

COLOMBO, U.S. Embassy Sri Lanka -- Today the United States, through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and in partnership with Save the Children,…

"Under the right circumstances, shifting increasingly expensive short-term debt to longer-term, lower-rate duration can help reduce monthly expenses, at a time when every little bit counts." The research was conducted among 2,068 UK…

There is no need to amend the Constitution to attract foreign direct investment because there are other ways to do so, a professor told a Senate hearing on the Charter…

New / Subway / Rizal LGU distributes tablets to high school students Rizal LGU distributes tablets to high school students The provincial government has been touring public high school campuses…

“It is time for President Marcos to put his foot in corruption, if only to show the people his firm determination to eradicate corruption and corruption” There has been much misunderstanding and confusion following the Sugar…

What do you think of getting your baccalaureate in less than four years? If Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual is successful, it could be, as he has called for shortening the time students need to graduate from college.…

The most recent research report on the Debt Consolidation market provides stakeholders…

BEIJING (Reuters) - China's autumn harvest is "severely threatened" by high temperatures and drought, authorities warn, calling for action to protect crops amid the hottest…

BALTIMORE, MD (August 22, 2022) – Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today announced that his Consumer Protection Division issued a Final order against Marcia L. Bailey and Arthur Wittenberg and their entities, Marcia Bailey Inc.…

ANGELES CITY, Pampanga (PNA) - A city hall worker has been arrested for allegedly issuing fake vaccination cards to 13 people. The fake vaccination cards contained the forged signatures and license numbers of the city's Covid-19…

The Department of Education (DepEd) exceeded its target of 28.6 million enrollments on Tuesday August 23, after 28.79 million learners registered for the 2022-2023 school…

Using Personal Loans to Consolidate Debt: The Benefits Every financial decision has pros and cons. A personal loan used to consolidate debt is no exception. Here is an overview of the benefits that come with using a…

“History is a great teacher,” said the late American civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in a speech to a Federation of Labor convention in 1961. Earlier in 1948, speaking Speaking to the UK House of Commons, British Prime…

The Manila city government has said it is ready to prevent the spread of Covid-19 among students when face-to-face classes resume.Manila Mayor Maria Sheila "Honey"…

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BANGKOK (AP) — Singapore's decision to decriminalize sex between men is hailed as a step in the right direction for LGBTQ rights in the Asia-Pacific region, a vast area of ​​nearly 5 billion people with laws and different…

The European Union Ambassador to the Philippines, Luc Véron, visited the island of Siargao from August 15 to 18 to follow EU humanitarian aid and development projects and…

New / National / BOC destroys 'contraband' P5.3M cigarettes in Palawan BOC destroys 'contraband' P5.3M cigarettes in Palawan A total of 207 boxes and 3,507 reams of allegedly smuggled cigarettes worth an estimated 5.3…

(UPDATE) At least 29 people were injured in a stampede on Saturday during the distribution of government aid to students in the town of Zamboanga.The incident happened at the…

New / World / Canada confirms 1,168 monkeypox cases, 30 hospitalizations Canada confirms 1,168 monkeypox cases, 30 hospitalizations OTTAWA, Canada — The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) confirmed 1,168 cases of…

The Ministry of Education (DepEd) will provide a one-time cash allowance of 5,000 pula to all teachers when classes open on August 22.DepEd spokesman Michael Poa told a news conference the stipend was aimed at helping teachers get…

MANILA, Philippines — Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Governor Felipe Medalla is optimistic that inflation will peak by September or October as markets around the world begin to price in recession fears. Speaking at a Friday briefing hosted…

PUTRAJAYA, Malaysia: Malaysia's top court on Thursday began hearing former prime minister Najib Razak's appeal to overturn his prison sentence for corruption in a high-stakes…

The Rural Missionaries of the Philippines (RMP) have denounced the government's accusations that it funds communist rebels, saying it is only a "demonization" of their missionary works. Photo RMP FB In a statement, the Catholic…