The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) plans to build a coconut seed farm in each province in Central Visayas to increase the amount of coconuts produced for export. Read more »
In a significant development for travelers and businesses alike, direct flights between Manila and Paris will be reinstated on December 8, 2024. The resumption of this route marks the first direct connection between the Philippines and France in 20 years. Read more »
As anticipated, legendary OPM band Eraserheads ruled the stage at the Araneta Coliseum to formally kick off UAAP Season 87. The legendary OPM rock band had the 7,429-strong crowd, made up of Millennials, and Gen Z from UAAP schools singing along to some of their greatest hits. Read more »
Over 10,000 candidates took this year's bar exam, according to Associate Justice Mario Lopez, Chair of the 2024 Bar. According to Lopez, there are 5,234 new candidates, 4,060 repeat examinees, and 1,189 refreshers among the examinees this year. Read more »
The President of the Philippines' official summer residence, Baguio Mansion House, is now open to the public. Similar to the Teus Museum at Malacañan Palace in Manila, it has a new museum which is housed within the Malacañang Heritage Mansions and features an extensive collection of memorabilia. Read more »
Because of the continuous strong demand for air travel to the province, Philippine Airlines is expanding its route network to include Borongan City in Eastern Samar from Cebu City. Read more »
