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Ayala Cinemas marks Pride Month with 2 film classics - BusinessWorld Online
AYALA MALLS Cinemas celebrates Pride Month in June with the exclusive theatrical re-release of the restored Filipino classic movies, T-Bird at Ako and Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay, both of which are now showing. Originally released in the 1980s, the films star the late National Artist Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos in T-Bird at Ako, […]
Airbnb scams: New book explores thriving criminal activity on big tech platforms - BusinessWorld Online
Big tech sharing economy platforms like Airbnb and Uber are marketed as trustworthy, but a new book by a South African media scholar argues that they are highly vulnerable to scammers who spread delusive speech (a form of disinformation, designed to deceive by criminal intent). Julie Reid draws from first-hand accounts and over 600 cases […]
Policy reform reduces teachers’ paperwork by 57% - BusinessWorld Online
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Tuesday said reducing 57% of public school teachers’ paperwork requirements create more time to focus on classroom teaching. “In place of forms and compliance checklists, time is returning to teachers’ hands—to plan, to prepare, and most importantly, to teach,” it said. Under DepEd Order No. 06, s. 2025, the […]
Stuff to Do - BusinessWorld Online
Watch PBT’s Maria Makiling IN line with its mission to promote Philippine heritage, literature, and oral tradition while advancing the art of ballet, the Philippine Ballet Theater (PBT) has created another original full-length Filipino ballet — Maria Makiling — that reimagines the legendary guardian of Mount Makiling. The ballet brings to life the myth of […]
PhilHealth urges hospitals to join breast cancer Z benefits - BusinessWorld Online
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Wednesday urged capable health facilities to join its Z Benefit Package for breast cancer, aiming to expand access points for patients. “Hopefully, on the supply side, they will contract with PhilHealth so we can pay them and patients can access the services,” Dr. Melanie Santillan, Senior Manager of […]
The Itchyworms embarks on UK tour - BusinessWorld Online
LONGTIME BEATLES FANS, Filipino rock icon The Itchyworms is looking forward to playing tourist in between stops on its very first concert tour of the UK this month. Known for the hits “Beer,” “Love Team,” and “Di Na Muli,” the band will perform in Manchester, Liverpool, and London for its #AkinKaNaLangUK tour. “We’re huge Beatles […]
DepEd extends kindergarten enrollment cut-off date - BusinessWorld Online
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Thursday that it has revised the admission policy for Kindergarten to allow more students to enroll in formal schooling. “The move aims to provide a more inclusive and developmentally attuned enrollment window, especially for families with children born in the later part of the year,” it said in […]
Engineered bamboo houses built for Super Typhoons - BusinessWorld Online
As the Philippines braces for the typhoons of the rainy season, engineered bamboo homes can be a green alternative housing option strong enough to withstand super typhoons, according to a top official of Base Bahay Foundation Inc. “We do engineered design of our houses to resist high loads coming from the winds. And actually, it […]
Electricity rates for June still unsettled — Meralco - BusinessWorld Online
POWER DISTRIBUTOR Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) said electricity rates for June remain uncertain as the factors contributing to the overall charge are mixed. “We are still waiting for all the final billings from our suppliers for the computation of power rates for the June billing period,” Meralco said in a statement on Thursday. The company […]
NOAH Business Applications champions compliance solutions for BIR’s Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) and Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) - BusinessWorld Online
Business entities that operate on multiple branches such as banks and financial institutions need to implement a fully-compliant and sustainable electronic invoicing system. To accelerate compliance, NOAH Business Applications emerges as a fully compliant, cloud-based ERP solution designed specifically to support Philippine businesses.
Unilab, Ateneo lead push for improved LGU health spending - BusinessWorld Online
Unilab Foundation (ULF) through the Unilab Center for Health Policy (UCHP) and Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) have joined forces to deliver research-backed solutions to improve the fiscal performance of health budgets at the local level — an often overlooked but critical component in achieving Universal Health Care (UHC).
AC Health says free HIV testing to roll out in over 220 clinics - BusinessWorld Online
THE AYALA GROUP’s healthcare subsidiary Ayala Healthcare Holdings, Inc. (AC Health) said it is mobilizing its integrated healthcare network to help address the surge in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases nationwide. AC Health plans to roll out free HIV screening services across its network of more than 220 corporate clinics in the coming months, it […]
Kiana V releases new R&B anthem - BusinessWorld Online
It is the lead single in an upcoming ’90s rom-com inspired album FILIPINO singer-songwriter Kiana V has dropped her latest single, “Falling Out,” an emotional R&B track off her upcoming album. The song is meant to empower women everywhere by plunging into the quiet chaos of toxic love, the kind that “lingers long after it […]
An unhappy worker’s exit interview - BusinessWorld Online
I’m resigning due to my poor work relations with my boss. If the human resource (HR) department conducts the exit interview, how should I manage the difficult questions? Should I choose not to participate? Please advise. — Lonely Heart. A resigning employee may not have an option, especially when the organization makes the exit interview […]
Basic Energy advances Bolinao solar power plans - BusinessWorld Online
LISTED Basic Energy Corp. is set to begin processing the necessary permits for its proposed solar power project in Bolinao, Pangasinan, after securing a certificate from the government. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Basic Energy said the Department of Energy (DoE) granted the company a certificate of authority (CoA) for its proposed solar energy […]
Visa partners with Maya Group to enable account funding with foreign-issued cards - BusinessWorld Online
VISA has partnered with Maya Group to allow the app’s users to make cash in transactions with its foreign-issued cards. Under the partnership, Visa will enable cross-border account funding transactions in the Maya app. “This innovative partnership allows Maya users to seamlessly pull funds from foreign-issued Visa cards and load them directly into their Maya […]
PCCI, MBC concerned over legislated wage hike - BusinessWorld Online
THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and Makati Business Club (MBC) on Thursday expressed concern over a legislated wage hike, saying this could further stoke inflation, hurt small businesses and reduce the country’s overall competitiveness. At the same time, President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. is looking into the “economic implications” of a legislated […]
Global Dominion Financing, Inc.’s Head of Risk and Sustainability discusses the importance of green financing - BusinessWorld Online
Ervin Santos, Head of Risk and Sustainability for Global Dominion, has served as a key speaker at the Philippine Sustainability Now Forum 2025 to present the Importance of Sustainable Financing.
Italpinas forms JVs for Palawan, Misamis Oriental projects - BusinessWorld Online
LISTED real estate developer Italpinas Development Corp. (IDC) said its subsidiary IDC Homes, Inc. is signing joint venture agreements (JVs) for two planned projects in Palawan and Misamis Oriental as the company expands its portfolio. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, IDC said its board authorized IDC Homes to form a JV with Ma. Antonieta […]
SM wins Asia-Pacific’s Most Honored Organization of the Year - BusinessWorld Online
42 award points were amassed by the SM Group at the Asia Pacific Stevies, with SM Supermalls clinching 12 trophies and SM Retail and SM Foundation earning two each — propelling the group to win the coveted title of Most Honored Organization of the Year.
22 generating firms told to explain below-capacity output - BusinessWorld Online
THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has asked 22 generation companies (GenCos) to explain the “continued or frequent derating of their power facilities and units.” In a statement on Thursday, the ERC said it issued separate notices to explain (NTEs) to the GenCos, requiring them to submit reports detailing the causes of the derating events affecting […]
A Brown Company, Inc. sets 2025 Annual Stockholders’ Meeting on June 27 via remote communication - BusinessWorld Online
NOTICE is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of A BROWN COMPANY, INC. will be held on June 27, 2025 (Friday), at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be conducted virtually via remote communication and can be accessed at the link provided in the Company's website at https://abrown.ph/annual-stockholders-meeting-2025/.
AirAsia MOVE says price cap in works to follow CAB guidelines - BusinessWorld Online
AIRASIA MOVE, the online travel agency (OTA) of the AirAsia group, said it is working to implement a price cap on tickets sold on its platform in line with policies and regulations set by the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB). “Technology is not very easy. We are first starting immediately with a cut-off point. My team […]
The state of heritage conservation in the Philippines - BusinessWorld Online
For almost a century, the conservation of structures in the Philippines has been a quiet yet steadfast practice. Although only a handful of buildings were formally recognized as heritage during the Spanish and American Colonial Periods, the drive to preserve our architectural legacy — particularly civic and church structures — has been an enduring part […]
Grab launches fully electric taxi fleet in Metro Manila - BusinessWorld Online
RIDE-HAILING app Grab Philippines has launched fully electric taxi services within Metro Manila. “With strong support from commuter advocates and the private sector, GrabTaxi Electric underscores how sustainability can be seamlessly integrated into daily routines. The beta rollout also opens the door for real-time feed-back from passengers and drivers, which will inform future expansion and […]
PSE reports 50% surge in stock market accounts in 2024 - BusinessWorld Online
LOCAL stock market accounts rose by 50.1% to 2.86 million in 2024 from 1.91 million in 2023, driven by the growth in retail participation, the Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc. (PSE) said on Thursday. Data from the Stock Market Investor Profile 2024 showed that retail accounts, which comprised 98.9% of total accounts, increased by 50.7% to […]
Companies’ role critical in upskilling — DoLE - BusinessWorld Online
THE DEPARTMENT of Labor and Employment (DoLE) said on Thursday that it is looking to the private sector to upskill job seekers. “It’s important that we see the private sector’s role in ensuring that we have interventions for our workforce, especially for upskilling and reskilling initiatives,” Labor Assistant Secretary Patrick P. Patriwirawan, Jr. told reporters […]
PHINMA eyes year-end launch for Davao housing project - BusinessWorld Online
DEL ROSARIO-LED conglomerate PHINMA Corp. plans to begin development of its maiden community housing project in Davao City within the year. “PHINMA Community Housing will break ground on its first housing project in Davao by the fourth quarter of this year,” PHINMA President and Chief Operating Officer Chito B. Salazar said during the company’s virtual […]
Inflation eases to over 5-year low - BusinessWorld Online
By Luisa Maria Jacinta C. Jocson, Senior Reporter HEADLINE INFLATION eased to an over five-year low in May, as utility costs rose at a slower pace, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said on Thursday. The consumer price index (CPI) rose to 1.3% in May, slowing from 1.4% in April and 3.9% in the same month […]
Panasonic Manufacturing PHL to start Laguna facility construction by October - BusinessWorld Online
LISTED appliance producer and retailer Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corp. (PMPC) will start construction of a new factory building in Sta. Rosa, Laguna by October following a fire incident in December 2023 that destroyed its previous facility. The new building is expected to be completed within two years from the start of construction, PMPC said in […]
Rising with the Machines: Harnessing AI for human development - BusinessWorld Online
By Selva Ramachandran and Mohamed Shahudh, They say that the best way to predict the future is to shape it. In the past decade, the innovation that’s been hailed as having the most potential to direct and navigate this future is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is not simply an advanced form of digitalization; it is […]
Japan debt watcher affirms Philippines’ ‘A-’ rating - BusinessWorld Online
THE JAPAN Credit Rating Agency (JCR) has again maintained the Philippines’ “A-” rating with a “stable” outlook, citing the country’s resilient economic growth and continued fiscal consolidation. In a news release on Thursday, JCR affirmed the country’s foreign currency and local currency long-term issuer rating at “A-” and kept its “stable” outlook. “The ratings mainly […]
America’s doors to global leaders - BusinessWorld Online
In an era defined by complex global challenges — climate change, migration, democratic backsliding, and technological upheaval — the world needs visionary leadership more than ever. Yet at the very moment when international cooperation and skilled public leadership are most needed, America is turning its back on one of its greatest soft power assets: higher […]
Samsung unveils new AI-powered TVs - BusinessWorld Online
SAMSUNG Electronics Co. has launched in the Philippines its latest lineup of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered television models that allow users to personalize and enhance their viewing experience. Prices for the Neo QLED Vision AI TV start at P64,999, while those for the Samsung OLED Vision AI TV and the Neo QLED 8K Vision AI TV […]
Dining In/Out: Father’s Day Edition - BusinessWorld Online
FATHER’S DAY lands on June 15, so we suggest making reservations or preparing feasts for the occasion with these tips and treats from hotels and restaurants around the city (and even out of town). Solaire Resort North celebration is fit for a king SOLAIRE RESORT NORTH is pulling out all the stops this June with […]