85 m. ago Electric vehicle gets flagged by NCAP for number coding sparking ‘trust’ concerns

Host and road safety advocate James Deakin admitted to having “trust issues” with the “No Contact Apprehension Policy” after an electric vehicle (EV) was flagged for allegedly violating the number coding scheme. On Sunday, October 5, Deakin reacted to a Facebook post by the “Philippine EV Community,” which reported that a vehicle with a legal […] The post Electric vehicle gets flagged by NCAP for number coding sparking ‘trust’ concerns appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

5 h. ago ‘Posting this from heaven’: Michael de Mesa pokes fun at death hoax

Veteran actor Michael de Mesa dismissed claims about his death as “fake news.” The actor, known for his role in the Philippine adaptation of “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” reportedly responded to a social media post that falsely claimed he had died from a “heart attack” on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 30. “Ang […] The post ‘Posting this from heaven’: Michael de Mesa pokes fun at death hoax appeared first on Interaksyon.

Events

7 h. ago In Dumaguete, Philippines, heritage and flavour define a city on the rise

In Dumaguete, Philippines, heritage and flavour define a city on the rise  South China Morning Post

Politics

17 h. ago Alice Guo: how one case unmasked weaknesses in Philippine institutions

Alice Guo: how one case unmasked weaknesses in Philippine institutions  South China Morning Post

Politics

17 h. ago ‘No Cayetano should run in 2028’: How Lino Cayetano responded to brother Alan Peter’s resignation idea

Director and former Taguig City mayor Lino Cayetano posed a challenge on Sunday, October 5, saying that no member of their family should enter politics in 2028. His remarks came in response to comments made by his older brother, Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, who had called for all government officials to “resign” and allow […] The post ‘No Cayetano should run in 2028’: How Lino Cayetano responded to brother Alan Peter’s resignation idea appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

19 h. ago American call center boss ‘locked doors and made staff work through earthquake’

A boss at an American-owned call center allegedly locked the doors and forced staff to work through an earthquake that killed 68 people in Cebu. Doc Camarillo, management director of business process outsourcing firm iPloy in Cebu, reportedly blocked the exit of the office while employees were evacuating on September 30. A magnitude 6.9 quake […] The post American call center boss ‘locked doors and made staff work through earthquake’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

20 h. ago Cardinal Tagle to Catholic schools: What about students who fail entrance exams?

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle on Wednesday challenged Catholic schools to open their doors even to students who may not meet traditional academic ‘standards.’ Speaking at the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) national convention in Manila, the pro-prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization said Catholic education must embody “living synodality” by prioritizing inclusion. […] The post Cardinal Tagle to Catholic schools: What about students who fail entrance exams? appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

21 h. ago ‘Incredible life!’: Enrique Iglesias congratulates Philippine

Popular Latin singer Enrique Iglesias congratulated his mother, Philippine-born Spanish style icon Isabel Preysler, on the publication of her autobiography. The pop artist shared a picture of his younger self with the matriarch, who was born to Carlos Preysler, an executive at the Philippine Airlines and Bank of the Philippine Islands, and Beatriz Arrastia, daughter […] The post ‘Incredible life!’: Enrique Iglesias congratulates Philippine-born mom for autobiography appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

23 h. ago JUST IN: Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla and six other applicants made it to the Judicial and Bar Council’s shortlist for the ombudsman post submitted to the Malacañang. | via Elizabeth Marcelo

JUST IN: Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla and six other applicants made it to the Judicial and Bar Council’s shortlist for the ombudsman post submitted to the Malacañang. | via Elizabeth Marcelo  Facebook

Politics

23 h. ago Philippine peso turns top loser among tepid Asian currencies

The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar at 0227 GMT. Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 149.850 147.44 -1.61 Sing dlr 1.291 1.2886 -0.19 Taiwan dlr — 30.415 — Korean won — 1403 — Baht 32.360 32.36 +0.01 Peso 58.050 57.891 -0.27 Rupiah 16585.000 16530 -0.33 Rupee […] The post Philippine peso turns top loser among tepid Asian currencies appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

23 h. ago Anthony Taberna’s past endorsement of insurance firm allegedly linked to Discayas resurfaces

An old post by broadcast journalist Anthony Taberna endorsing an insurance company allegedly linked to the Discayas has resurfaced. Some Filipinos flooded the comments section of a Sept. 20, 2022 Facebook post by Stronghold Insurance Company, which had welcomed radio commentator Taberna as its “first endorser.” “Contract Signing for the First Endorser of Stronghold Insurance […] The post Anthony Taberna’s past endorsement of insurance firm allegedly linked to Discayas resurfaces appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

25 h. ago Water company Maynilad files preliminary prospectus for planned IPO

MANILA/SINGAPORE — Maynilad Water Services Inc said it had submitted a preliminary prospectus for its planned initial public offering to the Philippine Stock Exchange PSE.PS and corporate regulator, moving closer to what could be the country’s biggest listing this year. The filing contains details on its business and financial accounts and kicks off preparations for institutional investor roadshows in the coming […] The post Water company Maynilad files preliminary prospectus for planned IPO appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

26 h. ago Health experts advocate expanding meningitis vaccinations to prevent other strains

Health experts are pushing to expand vaccination coverage against meningitis to prevent individuals from acquiring various strains of the disease. Pediatric neurologist Jo Janette de la Calzada said that individuals, especially children, could still be affected by other strains of the virus despite being vaccinated for a specific type of meningitis. “Kaya importante ‘yung vaccine […] The post Health experts advocate expanding meningitis vaccinations to prevent other strains appeared first on Interaksyon.

Science

28 h. ago CBCP calls for ‘nat’l day of prayer and repentance’ October 7 amid corruption, calamities

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines is calling for a “National Day of Prayer and Public Repentance” on October 7, citing the country’s continued struggles with calamities and corruption issues. In a letter to dioceses, CBCP president Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David urged parishes, chapels, schools, families and church organizations to join the observance, which […] The post CBCP calls for ‘nat’l day of prayer and repentance’ October 7 amid corruption, calamities appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

29 h. ago Pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao updated after safety concerns from Filipinos

A pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao, Bulacan, has been updated following safety concerns raised by Filipinos regarding its visibility on the road. Facebook pages like VISOR and FTTM, or “Follow The Trend Movement,” shared reader-submitted photos of the pedestrian crossing in the area, which was painted color of pink instead of the standard white markings […] The post Pink pedestrian crossing in Marilao updated after safety concerns from Filipinos appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

44 h. ago Philippines to boost US military presence with naval base deal amid ‘entrapment’ fears

Philippines to boost US military presence with naval base deal amid ‘entrapment’ fears  South China Morning Post

Politics

3 d. ago Death care company praised for offering free services to Cebuanos after earthquake

A death care company has been lauded for offering free funeral services to those who lost their lives in the deadly magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu on September 30. Reddit users on Thursday, October 2, praised St. Peter Life Plans and Chapels for extending free services to the victims of the tremor, which claimed […] The post Death care company praised for offering free services to Cebuanos after earthquake appeared first on Interaksyon.

Sport

3 d. ago ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ returns for a limited 3D cinema re

Be part of the adventures of the Sully family with a level-up experience in cinemas. The Oscar-winning film “Avatar: The Way of Water” is now showing in 3D across cinemas nationwide. With 3D glasses on, fans can dive deeper into the breathtaking visuals and feel every awe-inspiring moment as the story unfolds. After the sky […] The post ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ returns for a limited 3D cinema re-run appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

3 d. ago Masculados returns with ‘Jumbo Hotdog’ Budots remix, set to captivate millennials and Gen Z

After years of lighting up the Filipino music scene, iconic group Masculados is making a comeback, this time with a renewed mission to capture the hearts of a new generation. The all-male singing group, composed of Chard, Robin, Nico, David, Enrico and Orlando,  has signed once again with Universal Records, the label that first introduced them. Universal Records Executive Vice […] The post Masculados returns with ‘Jumbo Hotdog’ Budots remix, set to captivate millennials and Gen Z appeared first on Interaksyon.

Politics

3 d. ago Free psychosocial support offered to those affected by deadly Cebu earthquake

Cebuanos affected by the deadly magnitude 6.9 earthquake are invited to participate in a free online post-calamity psychosocial session to help them process their emotions and experiences. The Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA) Cebu Chapter is facilitating the psychosocial sessions throughout October for those impacted by the powerful tremor on September 30, which claimed at […] The post Free psychosocial support offered to those affected by deadly Cebu earthquake appeared first on Interaksyon.

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