The palace just announced that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants the government to offer a scholarship program for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) courses. In a cabinet meeting held today, the President said that a scholarship program will encourage more students to pursue STEM courses. In addition, it will address the shortage of talent in the […]
While the MTRCB reiterates its need to regulate shows in online streaming platforms like Netflix, the government agency recently partnered with the online streaming giant for the responsible use of parental controls. “Here at the MTRCB, we look after the well-being of Filipino viewers of all ages, which is why safeguards must be in place […]
Infinix officially announced the price of their incredibly powerful ZERO Ultra in the Philippines a few days after the phone was announced. To recap, the ZERO ULTRA is the brand’s latest smartphone that boasts a 6.8-inch curved AMOLED panel, Dimensity 920 SoC, 180W Thunder Charge, as well as a 200-megapixel rear camera. The phone’s fantastic […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is now implementing its new infrastructure agenda under the current administration. Dubbed as “Build, Better, More”, it is a continuation and improvement of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s “Build, Build, Build” program. Among the priorities of the agency, as suggested by the Department of Agriculture, are farm to […]
Aside from Power Mac Center, Digital Walker and Beyond the Box have shared their pre-order promo for the latest iPhone 14 models. Those who will pre-order starting today until October 11 at Digital Walker stores in Podium, Trinoma, Glorietta 2, MOA, and Rockwell or Beyond the Box Stores at Robinsons Ermita, Uptown Mall, Resorts World […]
When asked about his possible promotion as the new press secretary, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Undersecretary for Railways, Cesar Chavez, said he is aware that he is among those being considered but he is still “thinking about it” as the rail transport sector is very promising. Chavez did not reveal who from the Office of the […]
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) found themselves in the hot seat when the Senators questioned their decision to continue pursuing Chinese loans, even though Japan offers better loan terms. DOTr recently requested the Department of Finance to resubmit the loan applications to China for the funding of three railway projects: the PNR South Long Haul […]
Xiaomi Philippines continues to support education and creativity in public schools through the power of technology. Recently, Xiaomi and World Vision Philippines donated 10 RedmiBook 15 notebooks, 400 LCD writing tablets, and assorted school supplies that include Xiaomi backpacks and pens to 400 students from a school in Barangay Baseco, Manila, as they return to […]
For the fifth time in a row: oil companies are expected to implement a rollback on the prices of fuel, effective next week. According to the forecast, per-liter prices of diesel should go down by Php 0.50 – Php 0.60 and of gasoline by Php 0.40 – Php 0.50. As always, oil companies announce price […]
Amidst the controversy regarding the local agency’s system delay, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) brings back the LTO on Wheels Program. The program headed to the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) Headquarters at Camp Karingal yesterday to render services to people within the vicinity. The LTO on Wheels Program can serve up to 400 people […]
A recent bill has seen the proposal of a Universal Beep Card as a unified method of payment for all commuters in Metro Manila. The goal here is simple: remove the inconveniences of having multiple portals and complicated methods of cashless payments, to entice riders into actually adopting this practice instead of sticking to cash. […]
Through the help of ZTE Corp., DITO successfully launched its Super Core Data Center in Batangas. It’s a state-of-the-art data center that will improve local digital infrastructure and enhance data services. According to ZTE President Wan Min, this is the first Tier-III data center in the Philippines with “the most advanced industry innovation technology.” “It will also […]