Mandatory ROTC in the Philippines Urged Photo from Summit Express In January this year, presumptive Vice President "Inday" Sara Duterte said that if she gets elected as the next Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines, she will push for the mandatory rendering of military service for Filipinos above 18 years of age. The purpose of compulsory military service is to instill discipline and...
Where to watch 2022 NBA Finals Photo from Unsplash You are probably at the edge of your seats right now if you are an avid fan of the National Basketball Association (NBA). We are sorry that the Lakers did not make it to the playoffs for Lebron fans but you should not missed out the thrill of 2022 NBA finals. Current NBA playoffs status As of the article’s writing, the four teams...
Our headline inflation has recently gone up to its three-year high, but what are the drivers of Philippine inflation, and how are they managed? What is the latest trend in Philippine inflation? This May, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) recorded the country’s highest inflation thus far at 4.9% for April . Compared to last year, this is 0.8% higher than the 4.1% inflation from April...
CALABARZON as PH Industrial Powerhouse Photo from PortCalls Asia According to architect Jun Palafox, the residents of Region IV-A (CALABARZON region) will grow from 16 to 37 million in 2050 last April 28, 2022, at the 2022 CALABARZON Business Conference. CALABARZON is truly a powerhouse in industry and manufacturing sector in the Philippines. The industry present in CALABARZON does not only benefit...
Are you an animal lover who is planning to celebrate the upcoming National Endangered Species Day on May 20, 2022? Or are you a conservationist who is looking for sanctuaries where you can find the rarest yet endemic species near your newly purchased house and lot? If that's the case, reading this article will help you get to know more about their unique characteristics as well as the reasons why they are...
Managing investments with rising inflation is a tedious job. But with proper knowledge and management, you can leverage inflation for profit. Last April 5, 2022, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported that the country's inflation reached 4.0% last March. This is a 1.0% increase from the recorded 3.0% in February. And this May, the headline inflation further recorded last April...
In less than a week, we’ll be paying tribute to the most wonderful women in our lives—our moms! This coming Mother’s Day, make your mom or mother figure feel extra special by showering her with lots of love and thoughtful gifts. There’s the classic bouquet of flowers, greeting cards, and pieces of jewelry, but you can also pick something personalized based on her hobby or style. If she’s...
On April, President Rodrigo Duterte vetoed Senate Bill no. 2395 and House Bill no. 5793, which requires mobile phone users to register their SIM cards. According to presidential spokesperson Martin Andanar, President Duterte does not approve of including the registration of social media accounts in the measure. SIM Card Registration Act Sim Card Registration Act Vetoed by President...
With Ookla's latest internet speed ranking of cities in the Philippines as a guide, here are the cities to live in for fast internet.
PH 2022 Election Guidelines this Pandemic Surely, you can already feel the vibe of the upcoming elections this May. There is no way that you are not seeing posters, commercials, and online video advertisements from different politicians running for office. There is also a possibility that you haven’t seen your Facebook friends arguing over their preferred presidential candidate. You probably...
