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Dumaguete: Hundreds of virtual assistants from WrkPod, an Australian company headquartered in Negros Oriental, gathered on Tuesday for the iGrow Conference to enhance their skills and knowledge for greater competitiveness in the global market. According to Philippines News Agency, Dale Beaumont, co-founder of WrkPod and founder of Business Blueprint, stated that the conference aimed to elevate the skills and knowledge of Filipino professionals. “We believe that more skills equal more success,” Beaumont emphasized during an interview. WrkPod specializes in connecting Filipino virtual assistants with international employers, operating three sites in Negros Oriental-in Dumaguete and Tanjay City-as well as locations in

Manila: The Court of Appeals (CA) has reduced the administrative penalties previously imposed by the Office of the Ombudsman on former Albay governor Noel Rosal and his wife, Legazpi City Mayor Carmen Geraldine Rosal. The penalties were related to the unauthorized reassignment of provincial department heads in 2022. According to Philippines News Agency, the CA’s 15th division, led by Associate Justice Germano Legaspi, partially granted the Rosals’ petition and adjusted the Ombudsman’s ruling. In its 15-page decision dated May 30, the court found Noel Rosal guilty of simple misconduct and conduct prejudicial to the best interest of the service, resulting

Manila: The Commission on Appointments’ (CA) Committee on Transportation on Tuesday approved the ad interim appointment of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, who vowed to expedite key infrastructure projects aimed at easing commuters’ daily struggles. Dizon, appearing before the panel, reaffirmed his commitment to fulfill President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s marching orders — to make commuting safer and more comfortable, and to accelerate the implementation of public transport initiatives. According to Philippines News Agency, the DOTr chief also addressed the suspension of the EDSA rehabilitation project, emphasizing that it was not canceled but paused upon the President’s directive to find a

Manila: Investments approved by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) surged by more than 80 percent from January to May this year. Data released on Tuesday highlighted that during this period, PEZA approved 102 new and expansion projects valued at PHP66.34 billion, a significant increase from PHP36.83 billion in the same period last year. According to Philippines News Agency, these projects are projected to generate over USD1 billion in export revenues and approximately 29,000 direct Filipino jobs. The approved projects encompass advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, IT-BPM, logistics, and renewable energy sectors. In terms of industry, food and beverage secured the largest

San Juan: The Dasay Elementary School in San Juan, La Union province is set to welcome students with two new classrooms when the new school year begins on June 16. According to Philippines News Agency, Esperanza Tinaza, the information officer for the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Ilocos Region, stated that the newly constructed one-story school building is expected to significantly enhance the educational experience for learners. The construction project involved various tasks, including earthworks, masonry, and civil finishing, aimed at providing a durable and conducive learning environment. The modern design of the structure improves ventilation, lighting,