Prior to the resurgence of polio this year, the last case recorded was in 1993. In 2000, the entire country was declared polio free along with the rest of the Western Pacific Region. However, just this year, the Department of Health declared a polio outbreak. The first recorded polio case this year was in Lanao… Continue reading Why Polio Came Back
Bluejay Celebrates 15 Years in the Coffee Business
One of the first coffee shops in the City of Love to introduce the Italian method of coffee brewing, Bluejay Coffee & Company is celebrating its 15 years in the industry with a number of learning opportunities and exciting promos. Bluejay is one of the few coffeeshops that serve 80:20 ratio of Arabica and Robusta beans… Continue reading Bluejay Celebrates 15 Years in the Coffee Business
Public Officials Urged to Commute
Iligan City Representative Frederick Siao urges high ranking public officials to commute atleast once a week to reduce volume of private vehicles in traffic ridden areas. Moreover, the Iligan representative cites to file a bill mandating elected officials, cabinet members, and division chiefs to use tricycles, jeepneys, buses, and trains every Monday. The movement… Continue reading Public Officials Urged to Commute
Iloilo City Approves Supplemental Budget for Dialysis Center
The Iloilo City Council recently approved a Php 2.3 million supplemental budget for the construction of a dialysis center in Barangay East Baluarte in Molo. Moreover, the Department of Health will donate four dialysis machines. “This project is one of our priorities to address the health needs and concerns of constituents,” states Iloilo City Mayor… Continue reading Iloilo City Approves Supplemental Budget for Dialysis Center
Parking Guidelines Imposed in Iloilo City
In light of the recent road clearing operations mandated nationwide, the City of Love enforced parking guidelines as part of its movement for clearer roads. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treňas, in a Facebook post, mapped areas where parking is allowed as well as no-go zones for idle vehicles. “For safe and convenient travel of everyone,… Continue reading Parking Guidelines Imposed in Iloilo City
Funding for MICE Caimpaign Could Reach Php 50M
Envisioned as the country's next convention destination, Iloilo owes it to the construction of the Iloilo Convention Center, a prime setting for 'meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions. Since the completion of the two storey structure, visitor arrivals have dramatically increased. Arrivals have reached 1.24 million in 2018 compared to the 627 thousand in 2013. The… Continue reading Funding for MICE Caimpaign Could Reach Php 50M
No More Christmas Ham? African Swine Flu Identified as Culprit
The Philippine Association of Meat Processors Inc. recently announced that there may be a shortage of ham in the coming Yuletide Season. In light of the recent 'African Swine Flu' scare, restriction in distribution of Luzon-based pork products has been imposed. “The first ones to announce the total bans were the provinces of Cebu and… Continue reading No More Christmas Ham? African Swine Flu Identified as Culprit
How Much Does A Wedding Cost – Philippine Edition
Ah, sweet bliss. Marriage marks the first day of 'happy ever after'. Well, that is. If it won't leave you broke. Here we explore the financial catastrophe involved in holy matrimony – Philippine edition. “Many times couples have a specific wedding budget in mind and while some stick to it, the reality is that things… Continue reading How Much Does A Wedding Cost – Philippine Edition
What is Cashback: Business Opportunity for Merchants
'Making your business stand out' is the tagline of My World Group, a service oriented solution company. Having strong online presence in 47 countries across the globe, the company offers a 'cashback world partner program' for merchants, a partnership that promises to improve marketing and sales efforts of entrepreneurs involved in retail and ecommerce. What… Continue reading What is Cashback: Business Opportunity for Merchants
The Medical City Iloilo Calls for Red Coat Movement Volunteers
The Medical City Iloilo recently unveiled “Red Coat Movement”, last September 27. The movement highlights the C.A.R.E. values that Red Coat Ambassadors possess – this includes compassion, assistance, relationship and empathy. The program is open to all employees of the facility and to volunteers who 'have the passion to serve with a heart and spark human… Continue reading The Medical City Iloilo Calls for Red Coat Movement Volunteers