Tag: technology
Aquino witnesses signing of lease agreement between PHIVIDEC and Filinvest that offers long-term solution to Mindanao’s energy problems
President Benigno S. Aquino III witnessed the ceremonial contract signing of PHIVIDEC and Filinvest Development Utilities Inc. in Malacanang on Wednesday on the lease agreement that paves the way for the construction of a power generation facility in Misamis Oriental. “This contract signing today demonstrates a new face of Philippine governance: We are witnessing a [...]
No anomaly in paper deal for slot machines – Pagcor
MANILA, Apr 10 (Mabuhay) — The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) said there is nothing anomalous in investing on a slot machine system (SMS) since it would actually prop up the country’s coffers by upgrading operational efficiency. Pagcor said it will only spend P516.6 million or US$12.6 million for the system, contrary to allegations [...]
Get milk, get sleep!
Did you know as many as 2 out of every 5 persons are suffering from insomnia? This statistic is according to the National Institutes of Health. Millions of others are also suffering from sleep disorders such as snoring, sleep apnea and nighttime wakening, even if they sleep the appropriate number of hours every night. With [...]
FilAm Firm to Bring Solar Energy Solutions to PH
WASHINGTON, DC—A Filipino-American solar power company will be pouring in $119 million in five priority projects in the Philippines this year, the Philippine Embassy said today. In a press release, the Embassy said Mendoza Solar, a United States-based company, will be undertaking the projects with its subsidiary in the Philippines and its American partners. The [...]
NEWS5 leads multi-sector election coverage
RESORTS WORLD MANILA, Pasay City, 13 February 2013 — TV5 takes the lead in one of the most comprehensive coverage of the coming elections with the participation of highly respected private and civil society organizations in the Philippines to help provide the quickest polling and result updates come May 13. Dubbed Pagbabago 2013, the alliance of media-civil society and private [...]
Aquino cites importance of technology in education for country’s sustainable growth
MANILA, Dec 12 (Mabuhay) – President Benigno S. Aquino III cited the importance of science, technology, and education as potent tools for the country’s sustainable growth. In his message during the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Center for Educational Innovation and Technology (SEAMEO-INNOTECH) 13th International Conference at Edsa-Shangrila Hotel [...]
Malacanang welcomes reports ranking the Philippines 87th among 141 countries in Forbes ‘Best Countries for Business List’
The Aquino government welcomed reports that the Philippines placed 87th among 141 countries in the Forbes’ Best Countries for Business List, ahead of China and India, a Palace official said on Tuesday. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail said during the regular press briefing in Malacanang on Tuesday that the Forbes listing is a positive indicator [...]
AccuWeather Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Global Weather Media Company — Trusted for Superior Accuracy – Looks Ahead to Next 50 Years State College, PA — November 15, 2012 – AccuWeather, Inc. marks 50 years of operation today by launching a year-long recognition of the company’s 50th anniversary through a series of events, as well as retrospective stories and videos on [...]
New app gives treadmill joggers virtual scenic runs
(Relaxnews) – If you’re bored with treadmill runs, a new iPad app released last week called Virtual Runner takes you on a spin through some of the world’s most famous jogging paths — such as New York’s Central Park or along the Great Barrier Reef — in high-definition video. The video is shown from the [...]
Cuisia Welcomes GE Plans to Make Smart Grid Technology Banner Project in PH
WASHINGTON D.C.–The Philippine Embassy has welcomed General Electric’s plans to make smart grid technology its banner project for the Philippines, saying this would not only bring down electric costs but would also help make the country more attractive for investments. In a statement, Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia Jr. welcomed GE’s plan to introduce smart grid [...]
