Six out of eight external systems of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) that had been affected by a Medusa ransomware attack were up and running on Thursday, the agency’s spokesperson said. Dr. Israel Francis Pargas said these include the website, members portal, e-claims portal, electronic premium remittance system, and …
Read More »Makati files new motion against Taguig
Makati City officials led by Mayor Abigail Binay on Thursday filed an urgent motion for clarification with a prayer for the issuance of a status quo ante order in connection with the jurisdiction of 10 villages now under the control of Taguig City. Accompanied by her husband, Makati Rep. Luis …
Read More »Thailand reinforces vital role in global food ingredient market
PH seeks to learn from its neighbor’s food technology advancements Informa Markets Thailand brought together more than 1,000 entrepreneurs in the food ingredient and dietary supplement industries from over 40 countries for the “Fi Asia 2023” and “Vitafoods Asia 2023” events held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center from …
Read More »Canada added 64,000 jobs in September, led by Quebec and B.C.
Canada’s economy added 64,000 new workers as a surge in hiring in Quebec and B.C. was enough to offset a loss of 38,000 jobs in Alberta. Economists had been expecting about 25,000 new jobs. Canada’s economy added 64,000 new workers as a surge in hiring in Quebec and B.C. was …
Read More »In the shadow of the Vatican, alternative Catholic groups push for change
Cardinals, bishops and ordinary Catholics from around the world are spending the better part of this month discussing some of the most pressing issues facing Catholicism and the world — including climate change, LGBTQ inclusion and female leadership. Outside that gathering, others are aiming to influence the conversation. Women’s voices …
Read More »Supreme Court of Canada upholds contested Amanda Todd pre-trial publication ban
The highest court in Canada has upheld provisions in the criminal code for blanket publication bans for matters when a jury is not in place, something media outlets and civil liberty advocates say stifle freedom of the press. Lawyers representing media outlets said ban on 15 months of pre-trial applications …
Read More »Deadly history of Canada’s Speaker: What’s really behind the ‘dragging’ tradition?
Liberal MP Greg Fergus became the first Black Canadian Speaker of the House of Commons after being picked by his colleagues through a secret ranked-ballot vote. While most Canadians were occupied listening to the first remarks of the newly elected Speaker, others were left scratching their heads over what preceded …
Read More »Catch the 19th Asian Games basketball finals Gilas vs Jordan on Pilipinas Live
For the first time in 33 years, the Philippine Men’s Basketball Team has successfully reached the Asian Games Final and is all set to battle Jordan and its star player Rondae Hollis-Jefferson for a shot at its first gold since 1962. Thanks to the heroic performance by Justin Brownlee, Gilas …
Read More »Grocery chains promising more discounts, price freezes to stabilize food costs, minister says
The five largest grocery chains have delivered plans to stabilize food prices to the federal government, Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne said Thursday. In August, food prices increased 6.9 per cent over last year, while the overall inflation rate hit 4 per cent. The five largest grocery chains have delivered plans …
Read More »Kim Chiu takes on bold, unconventional role
Actress and TV host Kim Chiu is portraying a distinctly unconventional and bold character in the suspense thriller Linlang, which began streaming on Prime Video last night. Speaking to Manila Standard Entertainment during the series’ press preview, the 33-year-old star admitted that it took almost two months for her to …
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