How To Apply For A Driver’s License In The Philippines
Driving is a privilege, not a right. A driver’s license isn’t granted lightly to anyone without passing a set of tests and examinations. To ensure that individuals will uphold road safety and follow...
View ArticleThe Basics Of Social Security System (SSS) That You Need To Know
Nearly every working Filipino in the private sector contributes monthly into the SSS or the Social Security System fund, but not everyone understands the benefits they qualify for, nor how the system...
View ArticlePSEi Slips As Wall Street Tech Stocks Decline
Asian markets dipped even lower on Tues as the US gained an upper hand on their trade with China through their technology sector. The long-running bull market of Wall Street has been bolstered by...
View ArticlePT&T, A Former Rival Of PLDT Now Seeking To Fill 3rd Telco Slot
The Philippine Telegraph and Telephone Corp (PT&T), a former telco giant in the country is now eyeing the third telco spot in the country. Under a new set of owners, they are moving to save a...
View ArticleAC Energy Mulls Joint Venture For Vietnam Wind Farm Project
The president of the Ayala Corp and its CEO earlier met with the delegation of Quang Binh province led by Hoang Dang Quang, member of the Central Party Committee, secretary of the Provincial Party...
View ArticleCredit Card Promotions For The Third Quarter Of 2018
It’s not just the weather that’s pouring this back-to-school season, but your favorite credit cards will also pour in loads of promotions granting great discounts and bargains on your shopping,...
View ArticleLTO Plates Backlog Down By 230K
LTO records showed that another 5.9 million motorcycle plates pending release since February 2014 have yet to be processed since the agency prioritized the plates for four-wheel vehicles. Still,...
View ArticleBPI Postpones Additional Banking Fees
In a statement issued Wednesday, the bank said that it will push the implementation of added charges to over-the-counter deposits and withdrawals to January 2019. According to Maria Ana Luna, the...
View ArticleTwo-Tier Rates Eyed For Delinquent Taxpayers
In a speech before the Rotary Club of Manila, Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez said the government is pushing for a general amnesty program on all unpaid internal revenue taxes, excluding internal...
View Article4 Ride-Hailing Services That You Can Use Today Other Than Grab
Uber once led the competition in the ride-sharing business due to their highly efficient business model. Now that they’re gone, commuters are once again faced with the same dilemma before ride sharing...
View Article₱803 Fuels Subsidy To PUJs Approved For Distribution
Also known as the “Pantawid Pasada Program,” the measure aims to cover 179,852 units or 100 percent of public utility jeepneys with existing franchises. The government plans to give fuel vouchers to...
View ArticleCebu Pacific To Strictly Enforce Carry-On Baggage Policy
Cebu Pacific said it will “strictly enforce” its carry-on baggage policy beginning July 17. In a statement, the budget carrier said that this is in line with their continued efforts to streamline...
View ArticleEducation Gets The Highest Budget For 2019
Of the ₱3.757 trillion cash-based 2019 budget, the Department of Budget and Management said that the education sector will receive the highest allocation, amounting to ₱659.3 billion. The budget is...
View ArticleGovernment Sets Lower Call, Text Charges Between Telcos
According to the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) deputy commissioner, the corresponding memorandum circular on the order will be published Friday. The interconnection rates will be...
View ArticleCarbon Emission Tax Eyed By Department Of Finances
According to the Finance Secretary of the Department of Finance (DOF), the government is learning as much as they can because of this new tax. Because carbon emission is a global priority, it’s...
View ArticleE-Gates At NAIA Terminal 3 Ready For Use By Monday
Starting Monday, passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 can use the electronic immigration gates (e-gates), an immigration official said on Wednesday. However, while...
View ArticleUp Your Chances Of Getting Your Mobile Postpaid Plans Approved In The...
According to the International Data Corporation’s latest Asia/Pacific Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, the Philippines is the fastest-growing smartphone market in Southeast Asia to date. In the latest...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Cheat Sheet To A Budget Trip To Maldives
The Maldives is a beach destination that boasts a plethora of white-sandy beaches and has a breathtaking underwater ecosystem and an unrivaled luxury getaway under the sun. With nearly 1,200 Islands,...
View Article8 Best Business Ideas In The Philippines For 2018
Dare to be your own boss? Well, now is a good a time as any. The fast growing economy of the Philippines presents a lot of opportunities for entrepreneurs. That said, it is important to know the...
View Article5 Key Highlights From President Duterte’s 3rd SONA That Will Affect Your Wallet
This week, the Philippines has seen President Duterte deliver his 3rd State of the Nation Address (SONA). While many can agree that he wasn’t his usual candid self (read: blunt), he managed to tick...
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