There has been an incredible amount of press recently that suggests a significant improvement in the real estate market. However, there is stilll a way to go before mortgage balances once again are lower than the property’s current value. In the interim, many are still facing foreclosure due to increases in mortgage payments, or decreases […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) — President Benigno S. Aquino III is unfazed by the resignation of Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) Administrator Nathaniel Servando, saying the Philippines has a wealth of personnel and resources it could easily tap to fill the needs of the State weather agency. In an interview, the President […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) — President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday praised the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for efforts to curb the “systemic corruption” associated to the agency. In a speech during the DPWH’s 115th anniversary celebration, Aquino cited the department’s “fast, honest and reliable” execution of the government’s infrastructure programs. “Noon, […]
MANILA (Mabuhay) -– Actress Angel Locsin admits her boyfriend, Azkals player Phil Younghusband, always beats her when it comes to arranging surprises. Locsin said she always has to keep up with Younghusband, who is very creative in expressing his love for her. “Ang hirap kasi lagi siyang may pasabog. Laging lamang kaysa sa akin. Mas […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) — State weathermen are appealing for annual appropriation of their benefits to help ensure sustained funding for and timely release of these. “Funding for such purpose must be included in the General Appropriations Act – government’s annual budget – instead of being sourced from savings our agency might make,” said Mon […]
By Elena Johnson This refreshing salad makes a filling lunch or, paired with some crusty bread, a light dinner. Hominy has a unique texture and flavor which compliments the flavors of edamame (immature soybeans), tomato, and basil vinaigrette found in this recipe. Edamame beans are packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins making this salad a […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) – — Regal Films matriarch Lily Monteverde is blaming the alleged solo-billing demand of actress Marian Rivera for the film outfit’s failure to submit an exclusive entry to 39th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). This year, Regal Films will be co-producing with Star Cinema and Skylight Films a horror movie starring […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) — The country’s influential and powerful families poured in the most money for the two major political parties during the latest midterm elections, a cursory look at their expenditure reports filed with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) shows. The Liberal Party received P183.2 million in contributions. The United Nationalist Alliance meanwhile […]
MANILA, June 20 (Mabuhay) -– Actress Jodi Sta. Maria is still in the dark as to what the movie version of her hit daytime series “Be Careful With My Heart” will be about. “Be Careful With My Heart,” the movie, is an official entry to this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), along with the […]
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Philippines is looking forward to strengthening its relations with the Caribbean island-state of Jamaica by opening new doors for increased trade and cooperation. Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia Jr. conveyed President Aquino’s strong desire to further improve relations with Jamaica when he formally presented his credentials as Manila’s non-resident ambassador to Governor General Patrick […]