Congress must tread carefully on cutting K-12 funding for free tuition law — CHED chair

 Entertainment
Oct 072017
 

MANILA, Sept 28 (Mabuhay) –Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairperson Patricia Licuanan said on Wednesday that Congress must take care in carving the K-12 program to provide funding for Republic Act No. 10931 or the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act. In a press conference, Licuanan said, “Congress has to proceed really carefully here because this is a very good thing to fund and we all want it funded. But to take from another important program and then put it there, in the end, students also will suffer.” CHED’s own K-12 budget to upgrade the skills of primary, secondary, and tertiary schoolteachers was already cut, though Licuanan is unsure if the amount was reallocated to the free tuition program. “There are cuts also in CHED from the K-12 budget. I don’t know if that was justified by the free tuition but that is very important. The K-12 budget is used in this particular case for faculty to get higher credentials so that the quality of education may also improve,” she said. About P30 million was stripped from the Department of Education’s school building program, particularly from unimplemented projects, and moved to the P40 billion fund the House appropriated from various agencies for the free tuition law. “That is the approach. Tthey look at what departments have excess funds and that’s where we’re getting the money,” Licuanan said. At least P51.4 billion is required to implement the free tuition law in state universities and colleges: P22.6 billion will be allocated Read More …

Jake Zyrus meets Angelina Mead King 

 Entertainment
Oct 072017
 
Jake Zyrus meets Angelina Mead King 

Angelina Mead King and Jake Zyrus (MNS photo) After reaching out to assure him of her support, trans woman, businessman and car enthusiast Angelina Mead King finally met singer Jake Zyrus at her shop. On Instagram, Jake Zyrus thanked King for welcoming him in her car shop and allowing him to try the simulator. In her Instagram page, King also thanked the singer for visiting her shop and even joked that Zyrus could be a car racer. Last July, after changing his name to Jake Zyrus, the singer shared that he was touched to have received a message of support from King. “I just wanted to reach out and show our support for you. Keep pushing the gender boundary to help pave the way for others who are afraid to become who they want to be,” King told the singer. Zyruds came out as a transgender man last June while King revealed early this year that she is a transwoman. She is married to model-host Joey Mead. (MNS)

Jericho apologizes to Jennylyn for backing out of MMFF film

 Entertainment
Oct 072017
 
Jericho apologizes to Jennylyn for backing out of MMFF film

Jericho Rosales (MNS photo) Jericho Rosales has apologized to Jennylyn Mercado after he backed out from their supposed reunion movie “Almost Is Not Enough,” which is an official entry to this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival. Rosales and Mercado first teamed up in the acclaimed movie “Walang Forever” in 2015, for which they won acting awards in the MMFF. It has since been reported that Derek Ramsay will now play his role in the movie. In an interview, Rosales explained why he decided not to do the movie, which will be directed again by Dan Villegas. “Hindi lang ako preparado ngayon. Hindi ko gustong gamitin ‘yung tatay ko or something (but) I just realized na hindi ako prepaado for a project this year. Ang daming nangyari sa akin. Parang nahirapan ako. Nag-iba ang direction ng mga gusto kong gawin,” said Rosales whose father passed away last March. Rosales, who is ready to work again on his upcoming TV series “Love Will Lead You Back,” admitted that he has already apologized to Mercado and Villegas for what happened. “I love Dan, I love Jen. I saw Jen yesterday (Tuesday) and briefly I said, ‘Pasensiya na’ at naiintindihan naman nila. I want to apologize to everyone who thought na magkakasama kami ni Jen. Hindi pa naman huli ang lahat. Personally gusto ko makatrabaho si Jen. She’s one of the best actresses na nakarabaho ko, na masarap makasama,” Rosales said. “Hindi ko lang nakita ang sarili ko doon sa sitwasyon na ‘yon. Alam Read More …

Zanjoe Marudo gets International Emmys acting nomination 

 Entertainment
Oct 072017
 
Zanjoe Marudo gets International Emmys acting nomination 

Zanjoe Marudo (MNS photo) Zanjoe Marudo is nominated in the 2017 International Emmy Awards. He’s in the running for the top male acting honorm thanks to his portrayal of a single father who raised his children inside a cave after a storm ravaged their home in “Maalaala Mo Kaya.” The Kapamilya star is competing against Brazil’s Julio Andrade, France’s Kad Merad, and Oscar-nominated actor Kenneth Branagh. His nomination follows Jodi Sta. Maria, who also scored one in the international awards show last year. The actress fell short in taking home the honor for her role in “Pangako Sa ‘Yo.” The winners will be announced on November 20 in New York. Organized by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the International Emmy Awards aims to recognize showmakers for “inspiring audiences worldwide with their creativity and talent.” This year’s list features 44 nominees across 11 categories and 18 countries. Meanwhile, it was also revealed that TV Patrol bagged a nod for its special coverage of super typhoon Lawin (international name Haima) at the 38th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards. The awards show focusing on news and current affairs programs will announce its winners on October 5, also in New York.(MNS)

Professional Press Release Writer in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

 General
Oct 072017
 
Professional Press Release Writer in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

Looking for someone in the Charlotte, North Carolina area to write a press release for you? You have come to the right place. We can write a press release for you and if you like we can guide you on how to and where to submit it to reach the media and search engines.

Philippine stock market surges to new all-time high this week

 News
Oct 062017
 
Philippine stock market surges to new all-time high this week

The Philippines is one of the best performing stock markets in Asia, after breaking new record highs two times this week. On Tuesday, the PSEi finished at a fresh record high of 8,312.93. On Wednesday, the benchmark index scaled new heights surpassing the previous day’s high to close at 8,344.05. The investor euphoria continued throughout the week as the benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange index soared to an intra-day record above the 8,400 mark on Friday but at end of the trading day closed at 8,310.88. Philippine stocks are rising due to several factors – investors are taking their cue from upbeat US economic data and record highs on Wall Street. Investors continue to remain bullish about the prospects of the Philippine economy, expectations of a tax overhaul and government’s plan to liberalize foreign ownership restrictions in highly regulated industries is further bringing good tidings to the market. The local stock barometer gained by another 31.12 points, surpassing Tuesday’s record high of 8,312.93. The proposed tax reform measures include expanding the value-added tax base, raising excise taxes on fuel and automobiles, and slap levies on sugar-sweetened beverages will add billions of pesos into the government’s coffers. On growth, the government has set a full year growth target of 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent for 2017. The local economy accelerated 6.5 percent in the second quarter, mainly due to higher government spending, strong domestic demand, and increased farm output. Local stocks are being led by financial, industrial, services, holding companies and mining Read More …

Gov’t Gets P23 Billion Infusion From WB, AIIB To Help Combat Floods In Metro Manila

 News
Oct 062017
 

Manileños will finally have a respite from the incessant flooding affecting the streets of Metro Manila every time heavy rains bombard the city during monsoon season The World Bank (WB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) will soon infuse the Philippine government with around P23 billion for the Metro Manila Flood Management Project. Bulk of this amount, or P20 billion, will be spent by the Department of Public Works and Highways to modernize 36 existing pumping stations of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), as well as build 20 additional stations across Manila, Pasay, Taguig, Makati, Malabon, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Pasig, Valenzuela, Quezon City, and Caloocan. The remaining P3 billion will be allocated to improve the MMDA’s “solid waste collection services, community mobilization and awareness campaigns, incentive-based waste collection, and to purchase more waste collection equipment.” “With this project, the government is taking an important step in the implementation of the Metro Manila Flood Management Master Plan designed to safely control floods in the national capital region and surrounding areas,” said Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Mark Villar, in a report by Rappler. The National Housing Authority (NHA) assures it will resettle displaced informal settlers to be affected by the flood control project as the government looks to clear the waterways of refuse and detritus that are often the cause of flooding whenever there’s heavy rains. The project is slated to start this year and is scheduled to be completed in 2024. Aside from building new Read More …

Shopify Ecommerce Developers – Riverside-California

 General
Oct 052017
 
Shopify Ecommerce Developers – Riverside-California

Need help with Shopify ecommerce platform? Whether you are located in the Riverside, California, USA or elsewhere in the country or for that matter anywhere in the world, we can help you with Shopify ecommerce. Our designers and developers are experienced in Shopify and can help you with Shopify in particular and ecommerce in general.

Globe Customers Can Now Call Jollibee’s Delivery Hotline For Free

 News
Oct 052017
 
Globe Customers Can Now Call Jollibee’s Delivery Hotline For Free

HASHTAG. (from left) JFC business channels director Mario Malalis, JFC VP for national business channels Manjie Yap, Globe Business SVP Peter Maquera, and Globe Business cluster sales head Robie Reyes display the ‘hashtag’ hand sign for the #87000 Jollibee express delivery partnership. Photo from Globe Business Craving Jollibee’s Chickenjoy but don’t want to consume your precious prepaid load with your order? We have good news: Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) has inked a deal with Globe Business that allows Globe customers to call 8-7000 for free with their mobile device. Since more people just have a mobile number nowadays and no landline, the partnership is a win-win for everyone, since the partnership means better and easier access to customers as well as a bigger reach for the food giant, as Globe currently has around 59 million customers nationwide. “With this new partnership with Globe Business, we will be able to bring the convenience of one nationwide delivery hotline to more customers. Globe Business is an excellent partner for us since they have a high level of expertise in ICT. Add to this a solid business background and reputation, and being an industry leader makes it a no-brainer partnership for Jollibee,” said Jollibee Vice President for National Business Channels Manjie Yap as he shares the brand’s thrust in choosing Globe Business as its service provider. “We are highly confident with their infrastructure, back-end and client support capabilities – so we’re sure that we have a reliable partner to bring this service to Read More …

 Older Entries  Newer Entries