The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is still under fire for the recent glitch their clients are experiencing on their accounts. This glitch has caused a netizen from Baguio to become a billionaire for a day. She shares her experience with us as read below. Meanwhile, BPI has shut down its electronic channels on Thursday to repair these inconsistencies. On …

A magnitude 5.4 earthquake jolted Manila, Central Luzon and nearby provinces on Thursday at 10:27 p.m. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said it does not expect damages but aftershocks are likely. Quezon City, Pateros and Malolos felt Intensity 4 of the earthquake. Intensity 3 was felt in Tagaytay City, Talisay in Batangas, San Jose Del Monte and …

President Rodrigo Duterte has just signed the Executive Order (EO) that bans smoking in public places in the Philippines. Here are three things you need to know or you must share if you are a smoker or if anyone you know is a smoker. As they say, ignorance is no excuse. On May 16, President Duterte signed Executive Order No. 26 …

Mobile phones and other electronic devices are officially banned while driving as the Anti-Distracted Driving Act now takes effect in the Philippines. The law prohibits and penalizes drivers who use the said devices while operating a vehicle. Here’s what you need to know and what you need to share to anyone who can’t take their hands off their phones rather than …

On May 1, Labor Day, an estimated 10.4 million Filipino adults are said to be jobless. According to the latest survey conducted by the Social Weather Station, this number is down by almost 1 million from December 2016’s estimate of 11.2 million. According to a Sun Star Manila report, the March 25-28 survey shows “steady joblessness” in the country. SWS …

A jogger in Baguio City found a dead body while jogging at Burnham Park on Wednesday, April 26. Reports say the body was found with a stab wound to the chest. Police are investigating the crime and have yet to identify the victim. Burnham Park is a famous tourist destination in Baguio City. Baguio dwellers can be seen almost every morning to …

Tax reform may be coming soon if the Comprehensive Tax Reform Plan bill that is pending in Congress will pass muster. The plan is set to simplify the current tax system and bring good news to lower bracket income earners. The bill is yet to be discussed in the lower house, but according to its author, the congressmen are committed …

The Western Command (WESCOM) says there are no sightings of the rebel group Abu Sayyaf in Coron and the east coast of Palawan yet. This is contrary to what rumors are saying. Officials of the WESCOM say an investigation is underway. They are coordinating with other intelligence units to verify this rumor. On April 20, members of the Joint Task Unit in …

The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that the planned Mega Manila Subway will be completed by the year 2024. In 7 years, the subway agreed upon by Japan and the Philippines will be ready for citizen’s use. The government’s Manila Subway called the Mega Manila Subway is one of the rail projects set to be done in partnership with Japan. It will …

Ho Chi Minh City, otherwise known as Saigon, is fast becoming a leading tourist destination in Southeast Asia. Apart from the usual tourist spots, the city is also known for public art that has invaded its street. An AFP report in the Inquirer calls it “one beautiful canvas,” and it truly is that. Public art, also known as graffiti art, has …