DA chief welcomes inflation drop in September on lower food prices
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. welcomed with guarded optimism the sharp slowdown in September inflation due to the decline in food prices, particularly rice.
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Conrad Manila bags multiple recognitions at World Luxury Awards 2024
MANILA, Philippines — Conrad Manila proudly announces its newest recognitions from the prestigious World Luxury Awards 2024, celebrating world-class excellence in hospitality, travel and luxury.
The farm fires helping to fuel India's deadly air
JIND, India — Blazing flames light the sky as Indian farmer Ali Sher burns his fields to clear them for new crops, a common but illegal practice that is fuelling deadly pollution killing millions.
‘April’ Takes Double Win at Asia Pacific Screen Awards
Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Georgian drama film “April” took double honors on Saturday at the annual Asia Pacific Screen Awards, winning the best film prize and the best performance prize for Ia Sukhitashvili. Directed by Dea Kulumbegashvili, the film portrays the determination of an obstetrics and gynaecology provider in the face of accusations about the death of a newborn child. The film premiered at the Venice and Toronto festivals in September, earning a special jury prize in Venice and the best film prize in the Zabaltegi-Tabakalera competition.
‘The Chosen’ Season 5 Gets Pre-Easter Theatrical Release Date; Here’s a First Look at ‘Last Supper’
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “The Chosen” will once again get a theatrical launch for its upcoming Season 5 before making its streaming debut. As previously expected, 5&2 Studios — the newly-formed production company now behind the global hit — will release Season 5, dubbed “The Chosen: Last Supper” in theaters in the weeks leading up to Easter (which is on April 20 in 2025). According to the shingle, the new season will be distributed in the U.S.
DOT welcomes implementation of e-visa system for India
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the announcement of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) that it has rolled out the electronic visa or e-visa system for citizens of India who wish to visit the Philippines.
DOT launches Philippine Dive Experience in Anilao
THE Department of Tourism (DOT) launched on Thursday the Philippine Dive Experience in Anilao, Batangas, reinforcing the Philippines' status as a top destination worldwide for diving and exploring marine biodiversity.
Filipino wins global nursing award
MANILA, Philippines — A Filipina won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2024 at a ceremony held in Bengaluru, India on Thursday.