In our economy today, we cannot prevent the increase of transportation fare. As a student and commuter at the same time, commuting is a hassle. It is annoying when buses get incredibly crowded especially during peak hours. That’s why many students still choose to ride the MRT or Metro Rail Transit because it has become a very indispensable way of travelling from one location to another. One can also escape traffic by riding the MRT. […]
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PNoy defends fare hikes in trains
President Benigno Aquino III said that it was still ‘the right thing to do even if it is unpopular’, responding to criticism that the imposition of train fare hikes was “treacherous and deceitful,” adding that those opposing the spikes just want to look “cute” to the public. “The decision is not popular, but I do not want to be part of the problem where we do not increase the rates and leave it up to St. […]
US puts PH in Worldwide Caution alert
The U.S. Department of State has included the Philippines, particularly Mindanao, in its update of its Worldwide Caution against the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence all over the world, it announced over the weekend. The state department posted the five-page global terror alert on its website to replace the last Worldwide Caution it issued last October, but this time the Philippines merited three of the four paragraphs it dedicated to the security situation […]
Baby playing with python and anti-domestic violence ad in Italy
In the lighter side of the news, a video of a baby playing with a python goes viral and an anti-domestic violence ad in Italy garners attention.
Duchess of Cambridge celebrates her birthday
Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, celebrates her 33rd birthday while still performing her royal duties.
Manhunt for suspects of Paris attack
The manhunt for the suspects of the Paris attack on a satirical magazine continues.
James and Curry, neck-to-neck in votes
Lebron James and Stephen Curry are neck-to-neck on the voting for the upcoming NBA All-Stars game.
High export rates in November
The country recorded high export records in November 2014, mainly due to electronics shipment.
DOLE reminds employers to follow proper holiday pay rules
The Department of Labor and Employment reminded employers to follow the proper holiday pay rules due to the declaration of special non-working holiday in Metro Manila on January 15, 16 and 19.
DOLE to conduct refresher course in PNU
The Department of Labor and Employment, together with the Philippine Normal University, is going to offer refresher courses for OFWs interested to become public school teachers.
Senate pushing for BBL this February
The Senate is pushing for the passage of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) before the end of February.
Parents’ association wants to save PWU-JASMS
The STI Group is asking the Benitez Group to turnover the land where the Philippine Women’s University – Jose Abad Santos Memorial School stands, with plans to convert it to a condominium or mall, an act protested by the parents’ association of said school.