RJ JOQUICO-UNSPLASHTHE GOVERNMENT upsized the volume of Treasury bills (T-bills) it awarded on Monday as the papers fetched strong demand and mostly lower rates after the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) began its easing cycle last week.The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) raised P22.6 billion
FREEPIKISUZU Philippines Corp. is exploring the expansion of its product lineup to incorporate electric vehicles (EVs) due to the increasing demand for carbon-neutral transportation options in the country, the company said on Monday.During a press conference for the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) on
PCH.VECTOR-FREEPIKTHE INSURANCE INDUSTRY saw its premium income grow by 14.48% at end-June, driven by the life insurance sector, latest data from the regulator showed.The industry’s combined premium income stood at P214.94 billion in the first half, up from P187.76 billion in the same period last
By Aubrey Rose A. Inosante, ReporterD.M. WENCESLAO and Associates, Inc. (DMW) said it had invested P4 billion in Parqal, its latest mixed-use development located in Parañaque City’s Aseana City.The project focuses on creating a “third space” designed to enhance work-life balance for individuals working in
New Theatre Group Invites Local Talent to Join Exciting Adventure in East DurhamA groundbreaking theatre company, Ensemble 84, is set to make its debut in East Durham and is calling for individuals with a passion for theatre to join its inaugural company.Based in Horden, Ensemble
UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are setting their sights on ambitious growth plans following a year of strong performance, according to a recent survey by Shawbrook. The survey, which focused on businesses that experienced growth, found that 44% of these SMEs are considering an initial
Britain’s deteriorating road network is not just a nuisance for drivers—it’s becoming a significant drag on the economy, factory bosses have warned. According to a report by industry group Make UK, the worsening condition of the country’s roads, particularly A-roads and motorways, is adding to manufacturing
Taal Volcano has been observed releasing volcanic smog or vog for the past 24 hours, prompting the health bureau to issue warnings. Vog is a mixture of sulfur dioxide and other gases that combine with atmospheric oxygen, moisture, dust, and sunlight, resulting in a ‘hazy mixture’
2024 Huawei Matebook X Proby Jino NicolasThe very first commercially successful portable computer came out in 1981 but weighed a whopping 12kg. Pretty much the equivalent of carrying around your desktop computer and monitor. Fast-forward 43 years later, the technology of laptop or notebook computers are
Ted Baker is set to close its last 31 UK stores this week, putting around 500 jobs at risk, as uncertainty looms over a potential rescue deal involving Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group. The closures mark the end of the retailer’s presence on British high streets, following
The UK tourism industry is grappling with a £2.8 billion shortfall in spending, as the sector continues to lag behind pre-Covid levels, according to a recent report by the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR). The analysis reveals that the country is attracting nearly three
For Immediate ReleaseMonday 19 August, 2024Window Cleaner Discovers £200 Million Shakespeare PortraitA window cleaner from Aylesbury, Steven Wadlow, has made a groundbreaking discovery in the art world. After 12 years of investigation, Wadlow has confirmed that a portrait hanging in his living room is a