Leading Philippine fiber broadband provider Converge is providing free, fiber-fast connectivity to thousands of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who will be served by the OFW lounge in NAIA Terminal 1, in an effort to enhance their digital experience at the Philippines’ transit hubs. Inaugurated in January 2024, the OFW lounge serves as a relaxing, contemporary […]
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Philippines-Norway MOA Paves Way for 25,000 Filipino Seafarers’ Deployment by 2029
The Philippine Embassy in Norway estimates that 25,000 Filipino seafarers can be deployed to Norwegian-owned vessels in three to five years following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Philippines’ Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the Norwegian Maritime Authority (NMA). Philippine Ambassador to Norway Enrico T. Fos hosted and witnessed the […]
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Rico Hizon Takes the Lead in Championing Filipino Pride
Veteran journalist Rico Hizon, acclaimed as Asia’s Best News Anchor, embarks on a dual journey starting May 2024. Continuing his unwavering dedication to showcasing positive narratives about the Philippines and its people, Hizon assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief of GoodNewsPilipinas.com while embracing a new corporate challenge. GoodNewsPilipinas.com is renowned for its inspiring tales of Filipino […]
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List of Labor Day Job Fairs With Over 200k Vacancies Across Philippines
Labor Day in the Philippines will be marked this year with job fairs nationwide offering more than 200,000 work opportunities for Filipinos. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) revealed in a media presser ahead of May 1, 2024, that 95 job fair locations spanning the 17 regions will have 2,441 employers offering 204,818 vacancies. […]
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Pru Life UK Launches PRULove Wealth: Guaranteed 4% Annual Cash Payout for 7 Years
Pru Life UK, a leading life insurer in the Philippines, introduces a groundbreaking product tailored to provide Filipinos with comprehensive life insurance coverage while offering returns comparable to high-yielding time deposits. Named PRULove Wealth, this new offering ensures a 4% annual cash payout, 100% cash back, and up to 125% insurance coverage. PRULove Wealth guarantees […]
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Converge completes free public WIFI deployment at NAIA terminals
Leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has completed fiber-powering the country’s main gateway, the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), as it deploys free public Wi-Fi at NAIA Terminal 1 and 2. This forms part of the Free Pure Fiber Wi-Fi project of Converge that aims to deliver free connectivity to all the terminals […]
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Hollywood’s BlogTalk with MJ Racadio Partners with Good News Pilipinas to Celebrate Filipino Pride
Good News Pilipinas is thrilled to announce its partnership with Hollywood’s BlogTalk with MJ Racadio, an initiative to instill pride in every Filipino. Starting this April 2024, the renowned Filipino celebrity blogger, podcast DJ, and recording artist will share his weekly blogs on our platform. MJ Racadio, known for his annual list of the Most […]
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Filipino Photojournalist’s West Philippine Sea Series Nominated for World Press Photo Story of the Year
Michael Varcas’ West Philippine Sea (WPS) photo series has emerged as a regional winner, competing for the prestigious 2024 World Press Photo (WPP) Story of the Year. The series depicts the Philippines’ ongoing struggle for maritime sovereignty in the contested region. Varcas’ work stands out among 24 regional winners announced last April 3, chosen based […]
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LIRA Poetry Workshop now accepting applications
Poet organization Linangan sa Imahen, Retorika at Anyo (LIRA) is now accepting applications for its annual poetry workshop. Dubbed the Palihang LIRA, the workshop is open to all Filipino writers from anywhere in the Philippines and from all over the globe and will be conducted in a hybrid format. Considered the lengthiest writing workshop conducted […]
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Countdown Begins: LRT-1 Cavite Extension Set to Roll Out by Late 2024
The long-awaited extension of the Light Rail Transit (LRT)-1 line from Baclaran to Cavite is gearing up for its grand debut in the last quarter of 2024. According to the latest update from the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 is now 97% complete as of January, right on track […]
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GoodNewsPilipinas.com Secures Third Consecutive Nomination at Lasallian Scholarum Awards
GoodNewsPilipinas.com has achieved a significant milestone by securing its third successive nomination as a finalist in the prestigious Lasallian Scholarum Awards. The recognition celebrates the platform’s consistent excellence in delivering impactful media narratives on youth and education. This year, an article penned by Summer Sanares, focusing on De La Salle University, was distinguished among the […]
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Good News Pilipinas Editor Advocates Positive Reporting at UP-CMC Lecture
Speaking before journalism students at the University of the Philippines College of Mass Communication (UP-CMC), Good News Pilipinas managing editor Angie Quadra-Balibay advocated the concept of good news as legitimate journalism.
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