Malacañang throws full support to PH’s hosting of 5 world meets

President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr.  MALACAÑANG has thrown its full support behind five major international volleyball competitions the country is hosting for the second semester of the year beginning with the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women’s Challenge Cup that kicks off on Wednesday (May 22) at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum …

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Lixil, Grohe bet on PH artist for World Architecture Festival 2024

See where architecture transcends structure It’s not every day we witness architects pour their passion into creating stunning infrastructures with a story to tell. In the upcoming World Architecture Festival 2024, dedicated artists will share their exceptional creations, each piece transcending mere structures. These masterpieces serve functional purposes and enrich …

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Timberwolves crush Nuggets to stay alive

LOS ANGELES – The Minnesota Timberwolves overwhelmed the Denver Nuggets, 115-70, on Thursday (Friday in Manila) to force the defending NBA champions to a decisive Game 7 in their Western Conference semifinal series. Anthony Edwards shook off an injury scare to finish with 27 points, four rebounds, four assists and …

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Shoppers Drug Mart ‘volunteer’ job posting was an error: Loblaw

A Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacy in downtown Toronto is facing backlash over a now-deleted job posting for a “volunteer” position in the store. The job posting on LinkedIn listed duties including assisting customers, restocking shelves, and organizing inventory — all for zero compensation. Pharmacist behind LinkedIn posting says intentions were …

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Is volleyball stealing PBA’s thunder?

“Is basketball destined to fade into obscurity as volleyball rises to prominence? Not necessarily. In the colorful world of Philippine sports, basketball has long reigned as the undisputed king. Due to its popularity, it was once called the national pastime. For decades, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has been the …

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Toward more proactive, holistic approach to ensure reliable power supply

The testimony of an Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) official before a Senate hearing was quite revealing. The regulatory body primarily relies on desk monitoring—wherein companies are required to submit a report on the conditions of their plants—rather than conducting physical inspections in overseeing power companies. This practice, while convenient for …

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