Filipino-American Krisanto Paragas led the honorees for the 2018 edition of the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Courageous Citizens Awards, after saving a dog thrown into a ravine by its owner. US Coast Guard worker Paragas was honored for his heroism in rescuing the mixed breed pit bull which was thrown down a 20-foot ravine. The […]
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Citihub transforms container vans into affordable low-cost homes
The lack of decent affordable housing for young working males in Metro Manila is a big problem. Not everyone can afford to live in the countless condominiums that have sprouted all over. Apartments and even dormitories are prohibitive for the working stiffs. Ruel Gamboa, 31, was one of the millions of young Filipinos struggling to […]
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Jose Mari Chan: A Sugar Baron’s Tips For A Better Work-Life Balance
The renowned composer-singer and eternally preppy sugar baron, who is also Chairman and CEO of BISCOM, Inc., pushes his peers to find interests outside of the office and develop a better work-life balance. I always tell my fellow entrepreneurs to find a hobby. Each one has different talents; mine was music. Find something to do […]
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Fil-Am child actor stars with Oprah Winfrey in Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time
Filipino-American child actor Deric McCabe is extremely excited to be part of Disney’s A Wrinkle in Time. The child actor portrays the role of a budding genius Charles Wallace in the film. He stars alongside big Hollywood actors such as Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, Michael Peña, André Holland, and Storm Reid. 9-year old […]
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AIM, Acer open 1st Data Science Corporate Lab in PHL
One of Asia’s top business schools and electronic groups have collaborated to open a major data science corporate lab in the Philippines. The Asian Institute of Management together with Taiwan’s electronics giant Acer have set up the Philippines’ first data science corporate laboratory at the AIM campus in Makati. The laboratory called ACCeSs@AIM (Analytics, Computing […]
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Philippines hailed by US firm as “best country to invest in”
The Philippines is the “best country to invest in,” based on rankings released by US News and World Report. The Philippines placed first in US News’ ranking of the best countries to invest in, ahead of second-placer Indonesia as well as Poland, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Spain, Thailand, India, and Oman, in that order. US News […]
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Ilocos Red tomato farmers receive help from UPLB, DOST-PCAARRD
Education, agriculture, and technology agencies in the Philippines have banded together to address the need of farmers of the “Ilocos Red” variety of tomatoes for new productivity and processing technology. University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) researchers and experts from Northern Foods Corporation and the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research […]
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20 Inspiring Filipina Entrepreneurs
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, GoodNewsPilipinas salutes Filipina entrepreneurs who have inspired business communities and the families in affirming the work-life balance for women is possible in the Philippines. We present these 20 Inspiring Filipina Entrepreneurs awarded by Go Negosyo for being the epitome of grace and leadership of their respective enterprises. 1. […]
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Boracay: 2nd ranked in Trip Advisor’s Best Asian beaches despite issues
If you are seeking out the best beach destination in Asia, look no further than Boracay – the world famous island has been named the number 2 Traveler’s Choice Awardee in the Top 25 Beaches of Asia. Boracay’s world famous White Beach in Malay, Aklan province in central Philippines was cited by Trip Advisor for […]
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WATCH: Guimaras becomes first coal-free province in Visayas
Guimaras, the island famous worldwide for its mango industry, has been declared as the first coal-free province in the Visayas. The declaration of Governor Samuel Gumarin and all the municipal mayors, witnessed and affirmed by residents of the island, coincided with the visit of the Greenpeace flagship, the Rainbow Warrior which is now sailing the […]
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DLSUD all-student team hosts Tourism Advocates Power Conference
An all-student event management team from De La Salle University – Dasmariñas (DLSUD) is hosting the 5th Young Filipino Tourism Advocates Power Conference (YFTAPC) at the Aseana City in Parañaque. The one day event on March 6 will bring together tourism students from all over the country to recognize their skills and knowledge, gain professional […]
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Fil-Am is new franchise owner of Miss Supranational USA
Miss Universe 2017 preliminary judge, Cecilio “Cece” Asuncion, is now the new national director and franchise owner of Miss Supranational USA. The Miss Supranational USA website announced the appointment of Cece Asuncion, a well-known Filipino American modeling agency director and television producer. He is also known for his support to the LGBT community as the […]
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