Pugad Baboy Pull Out from Philippine Daily Inquirer

One of the Philippines national newspaper, the Philippine Daily Inquiry have announced that they pulled out their Pugad Baboy comic strip. The cartoon strip is one of the most popular section of PDI curated by Pol Medina. The controversial issue started during the release of the June 4 edition of the paper featuring Pugad Baboy’s … Read more

Captain Bok: Cebu Pacific Hero Identified as Navy Lt. Marlon Bo

The lone hero who stood out during the 15 minutes of chaos brought by Cebu Pacific Airbus was already identified as Navy Reservist Lt. Marlon Bo, a graduate of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy in 2003. Lt. Marlon Bo was first identified as “Captain Bok” by his fellow Cebu Pacific p(–foul word(s) removed–)engers. The identification … Read more

Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile Resigned

The Philippines’ oldest lawmaker, Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile Sr. resigned from his office as the highest official in the Philippine Senate. The 89-year-old Juan Ponce Enrile resigned his post on the last day of the 15th Congress on June 5, 2013. According to the veteran Senator, he resigned because of the backlash he and … Read more

Jeron Teng Admits Having Crush with Julia Montes (Video)

The Teng brother’s of the Universities Athletic (–foul word(s) removed–)ociation (UAAP) have already signed a contract with the Kapamilya Channel through their talent manager Dondon Montenegro. During the signing of Jeric and Jeron Teng they were interviewed by ABS-CBN on their plans with their showbiz career. Meanwhile, Jeron Teng admitted that he has a crush … Read more

IT Graduates Received P30K- P60K Entry Level Salaries

Filipino graduates in Information Technology (IT) courses will soon realize that the they have chosen the right course once they enter the job market according to a research firm, Headhunters. Headhunters stated that IT graduates already receive P30,000 t0 P60,000 as their entry-level salaries. The mid-level programmers have salaries from P70,000 all the way to … Read more

EPS TOPIK Exam August 2013 Registration & Requirements

The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) announced the administration of 9th EPS Topik exam this coming August 11, 2013, with registration schedule, requirements and other details. Update: EPS TOPIK August 2013 List of P(–foul word(s) removed–)ers Released August 23, 2013 According to POEA, all jobseekers who want to work in Korea under the Employment Permit … Read more

SSS Contribution P25 Billion in First Quarter of 2013

The Philippines Social Security System (SSS) announces that they have already collected P25.58 billion in contributions for the first quarter of 2013, a 7.8% higher compared to last year’s collections. According to SSS President and CEO Emilio de Quiros, Jr., during a statement, he was quoted that the contribution collection in Southern Mindanao increased by … Read more

Philippine Standard Time Starts Today June 1, 2013

The use of the Philippine Standard Time (PST) by different government agencies, radio and television networks takes effect today as mandated by law. Last May 15, the President of the Philippines, Pres. Aquino signed RA 10535, ordering government offices and agencies to synchronize all their timepieces to follow a standard time. The Philippine Standard Time … Read more

DepEd Warns Teachers Not Allowed to Sell Foods to Students

The Philippines governing body in charge of securing the safety of public education in the Philippines, the Department of Education (DepEd) warned those teachers who are in the business of selling foods to their students. According to DepEd, they will continue with their crack down on teachers and other school personnel who are selling goods … Read more

Top Filipino Philanthropists in Asia According to Forbes

The Philippines made a mark in the Asian Forbes lists of philanthropist as four Filipinos made it to the elite list in the region. They were Henry Sy Sr., the richest man in the Philippine; John Gokongwei Jr.; Jun Falafox Jr.; and perfume manufacturer Joel Cruz. Forbes magazine listed Universal Robina, Robinsons and Cebu Pacific … Read more