BSP prohibited Rural Bank of Polomolok from doing business

The BSP prohibited the Rural Bank of Polomolok (South Cotabato) from doing business in the Philippines through MB Res. No. 985-A dated July 14, 2022, which also directed the PDIC, as Receiver, to proceed with the takeover and liquidation of the bank. PDIC took over the bank on July 18, 2022. Note: PDIC reminds borrowers … Read more

Balai Pandesal

Balai Pandesal at Plaza San Luis Complex (opposite San Agustin Church) is now open! They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. You may want to read: Palaman sa Pandesal

Peñaranda Irrigation System and Eco Park

The Peñaranda Irrigation System and Eco Park, located in Barangay San Josef, Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija, prima facie contain physical attributes of a presumed important cultural property as provided in Section 5 of Republic Act No. 10066 or the National Cultural Heritage Act. Based on the initial assessment, the structure has shown signs of deterioration which … Read more

Sarcoma Cancer Awareness Month

Sarcoma Cancer Awareness Month Although relatively rare, Sarcomas are deadly, especially soft tissue sarcomas. The primary reason for this is the delayed diagnosis and advanced disease, or metastasis, at presentation. Early-stage sarcomas lack distinct symptoms that would potentially allow for early diagnosis. In addition to being a deadly disease, sarcomas also occur more frequently in … Read more

ASEAN Projected GDP Growth in 2022

ASEAN Projected 2022 GDP Growth The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) raised its 2022 growth forecast for the Philippines to 6.9% – the highest in the region – amid slashed projections for ASEAN+3 countries. The regional macroeconomic surveillance organization cited domestic consumption and investment as key drivers of growth in the country. Country April 2022 … Read more