The Philippine government is partnering with Facebook to provide faster internet via the Luzon Bypass Infrastructure (LBI) project, effectively making it a third major player in the telecoms industry. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA) signed an agreement with EDGE a.k.a. Facebook to build and operate […]
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American Idol’s Simon Fuller picks Pinoy-Brit Bailey May for new pop group Now United
Filipino-British singer Bailey May has been selected to become a member of a international pop group called Now United. Created by Simon Fuller, the mastermind behind American Idol as well as the former manager of the Spice Girls and S Club 7, Now United is a band consisting of 14 artists from 11 different countries. […]
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Miriam College wins big at Yale University’s World Scholars’ Cup
A team of Miriam College students placed 9th overall, and 1st in Southeast Asia, in the senior division of the final round of the World Scholars’ Cup Tournament of Champions held at Yale University in November. The All-Filipina team of Mary Katherine DJ San Miguel, Alyssa Santana, and Aleeza Moira Tiongson bested 330 other world […]
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Michael Cinco creation worn by Miss Universe 2016 Iris Mittenaere
Miss Universe 2016 Iris Mittenaere passed on her crown wearing a stunning gown by Dubai-based Filipino designer Michael Cinco. Mittenaere looked stunning in what Cinco described as a “scarlet red ombre couture gown in full Swarovski crystals” as she handed over the title to Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters of South Africa during the Miss Universe 2017 coronation […]
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Jollibee expands in Asia, to open 15 more outlets in Singapore, eyes 150 in Indonesia
The Philippines’ most famous fast-food chain is expanding its footprint across Asia with plans for expansion in Singapore and Indonesia. Dennis Flores, Jollibee president and head of international business in Europe, Middle East, Asia and Australia, confirmed that 15 more outlets will be opened in Singapore in the next five years. Jollibee already has five […]
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6 State Colleges help Cordillera farms fight climate change effects
Six state colleges and universities (SCUs) have joined the S&T Action Frontline for Emergencies & Hazards (SAFE) Program of the Department of Science and Technology-Cordillera Administrative Region (DOST-CAR) to help farms in the Cordillera Administrative Region counter the negative effects of climate change. The SCUs are tasked to conduct research and development studies to enable […]
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Mary Eve Adeline Escoto crowned Miss Asia Global 2017
The Philippines’ success in international beauty pageants continued as Mary Eve Adeline Escoto was crowned Miss Asia Global 2017 in Kerala, India. Escoto, a physical therapist who hails from Nueva Valencia, Guimaras also bagged Best in National Costume, Best in Formal Wear and the Missosology Choice Award. China’s Honey Tian Mi was crowned Miss Asia […]
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17 Best Christmas Bazaars for Gifts on a Budget
Bazaars are shopping havens for the best value buys for toys, gadgets, fashion, and even food. In the world of bazaar shopping, if you are patient enough you can find the right item within your gift list, and within your budget. GoodNewsPilipinas presents this list of ongoing and coming up bazaars recommended by Sulit.ph. BEST […]
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QC bans firecrackers, praised by NGOs for health, environmental and safety measures
Quezon City has enacted an ordinance imposing a total ban on the use of firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices during festivity and other occasions in all public places of the city. The move was hailed by various non-government organizations in Quezon City as an essential health, environmental and safety measure worth replicating by other local government […]
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PHI wins 6 golds, 2nd overall in Muay Thai tourney in Korea
The Philippine team of Muay Thai fighters finished second place overall after winning 6 golds, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals at the 1st World Youth Martial Arts Masterships (WYMA Masterships) in Jincheon, South Korea. The medal haul placed the country as leader among South East Asian nations at the WYMA tournament, ahead of Thailand […]
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Philippine economy sizzles in Q3 growing 6.9%, one of Asia’s best
The Philippine economy grew by 6.9% from July to September 2017, beating analysts expectations and overtaking China in growth again. The country’s Q3 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) surpassed the midyear growth rate of 6.5 percent, and the Nomura Securities projection for a 6.7% growth rate. The national statistics agency credited manufacturing, trade, and real estate, […]
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PH wireless internet speed & access improves according to global report
Long Term Evolution (LTE) wireless internet speeds and 4G availability in the country has improved, according to a global research by OpenSignal. Download speeds in the Philippines increased to 8.23 mbps as of October 2017, up from 7.27 mbps in 2016. LTE coverage also went up to 58.83 %, up from 44.80 % in the […]
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