Investor relations
Investor relationsA recently created unit (usually just one person) in listed companies is tasked with providing a basis for investor confidence in the company. Investor Relations (IR) is usually available to explain big movements in the financial statements after disclosure to the PSE. The macro elements above are beyond the control of investor relations, even as they affect the value of a particular stock. Even health issues and feuding groups inside the company can fall on the lap of Investor Relations – she is on paid vacation leave to discover the wonders of Antarctica. Is this also within the purview of investor relations?
Source:Philippine Star
June 18, 2023 20:30 UTC
Speaker: Express gratitude to fathers
Speaker: Express gratitude to fathersMANILA, Philippines — Speaker Martin Romualdez yesterday paid homage to fathers on Father’s Day, calling them “heroes of our home.”“Building a home, keeping it a safe space for dreams and aspirations to grow, and inspiring our families to be productive members of the community are just as important to nation-building as any other duty, responsibility or calling,” he said. Romualdez said being a father gave him the motivation to be a better person and legislator. “To all the fathers out there, this is your day. Let us all express gratitude to all fathers who continue to be our role models that inspire us to reach greater heights,” the Leyte congressman added.
Source:Philippine Star
June 18, 2023 20:30 UTC
Celebrate Father's Day at Paradise Dynasty
CELEBRATE Father's Day at Paradise Dynasty, the "Legend of Xiao Long Bao," and get a surprise gift today, June 18. With locations at Conrad S Maison, SM Aura Premier, and The Podium, Paradise Dynasty is known for its first eight international-flavored xiao long bao or soup dumplings, which is one of the dining place's famous innovations. Celebrate Father’s Day today at Paradise DynastyFoodies can enjoy the signature original, ginseng, crab roe, foie gras, black truffle, cheese, garlic, and Szechuan flavors. To immerse in the imperial culture and savor the exquisite flavors, visit @paradisedynastyph (Facebook and Instagram) or http://paradisedynasty.ph so as to be awed by the experience.
Source:Manila Times
June 18, 2023 16:22 UTC
Yulo tops parallel bars, cops third gold in Asian Championships
Filipino Olympic gymnast Carlos Yulo topped the parallel bars final to capture his third gold medal in the Men's Senior Artistic Gymnastics Asian Championships at the OCBC Hall in Singapore on Sunday, June 18. Carlos Yulo PHOTO BY RIO DELUVIOYulo, 23, scored 15.266 points to score his third gold after his conquest of the vault final earlier the floor exercise yesterday. Shinnosuke Oka of Japan finished second to Yulo in parallel bats with 15.133 points while Yin Dehang of China placed third with 15.100 points.
Source:Manila Times
June 18, 2023 13:39 UTC
Heavy rains lash east Nepal; one dead, 25 missing
One person was killed and at least 25 others were missing in flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains that battered east Nepal, officials said on Sunday, the first known fatality since the annual rains began last week. Heavy rains washed away a hydroelectric project under construction on the Hewa River in Sankhuwasabha district in eastern Nepal where 16 workers have gone missing, said Bimal Paudel, a government official. Nine people were also missing in flash floods and landslides in neighbouring Taplejung and Panchthar districts, bordering India in the east, officials said. Gaurav Dhakal of the Panchthar district said overnight rains damaged two bridges on the Mechi highway, cutting off the road link to remote Taplejung district where four people were missing. Hundreds are killed or go missing in rains which spark floods inundating villages, crops and damaging infrastructure every year in mostly mountainous Nepal, nestled between China and India.
Source:The Standard
June 18, 2023 11:52 UTC
Driver jumps out of burning vehicle after colliding with barrier
A driver had to jump out of his burning vehicle when it ignited after he collided with a barrier in Tuen Mun this morning. A sedan was heading to Tsuen Wan via the Tuen Mun Road at 10 am today when it suddenly lost control near Ting Kau and crashed into a barrier. The car started to smoke and burst into flames, and the driver was able to climb out of his vehicle in time. He was not injured, and the cause of the incident is still under investigation.
Source:The Standard
June 18, 2023 11:36 UTC
India’s Modi seeks African Union’s full membership in G20
NEW DELHI — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to the leaders of the G20 nations proposing the African Union be given full, permanent membership of the diplomatic group at its upcoming summit in India, an official source said. Modi’s proposal to grant the African Union full membership in the G20 demonstrates India’s commitment to strengthening Africa’s representation and partnership in shaping global affairs, the source said. “This will be a right step towards a just, fair, more inclusive and representative global architecture and governance,” the source said of the African Union proposal. “(The) prime minister is a strong believer in having a greater Voice of the Global South countries on international platforms, particularly of African countries.”The African Union (AU) is a continental body consisting of 55 member states. India began its year-long presidency of the G20 in December last year and will host the summit later this year.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 18, 2023 10:18 UTC
Philippines again meets US standards in ending human trafficking
Philippines again meets US standards in ending human traffickingMANILA, Philippines — Although it failed to “vigorously investigate or prosecute” labor trafficking crimes, the Philippines was able to retain its Tier 1 status in the Trafficking in Persons report released by the US State Department. “The government approved a new NAP (National Action Plan against human trafficking) and consulted survivors during its development. Although the government meets the minimum standards, it did not vigorously investigate or prosecute labor trafficking crimes that occurred within the Philippines,” it added. Every year, the US classifies countries into four groups based on efforts to address human trafficking based on standards set by its Trafficking Victims Protection Act. Recently, the BI was the first to raise concerns about a human trafficking scheme that targeted Filipinos, enticing them to work in pseudo-call centers abroad, only to fall victim to a crypto scam ring.
Source:Philippine Star
June 18, 2023 09:49 UTC
Philippine coast guard rescues 120 people as ferry catches fire
All 120 people onboard a ferry that caught fire at sea in central Philippines on Sunday have been rescued, the coast guard said. The M/V Esperanza Star, which was carrying 65 passengers and 55 officers and crew members, caught fire while sailing from Siquijor island in the south to nearby Bohol island, the coast guard said. Coast guard firefighters onboard another vessel used a water canon and declared the fire out by around 0200 GMT, a spokesperson said. Two coast guard vessels involved in firefighting and rescue operations were still in waters in the vicinity of the fire. The whereabouts and conditions of the rescued passengers and crew members were not disclosed.
Source:The Standard
June 18, 2023 06:52 UTC
PNVF to decide on de Brito's fate
WILL Brazilian coach Jorge Edson Souza de Brito get a contract extension as the Philippine women's volleyball head coach? The Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) is set to decide on the matter when the de Brito-led national team returns to the country after the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Challenge Cup for Women in Indonesia slated from June 18 to 25. That is according to PNVF Chairman for National Team Department Tony Boy Liao. "We're going to have a meeting regarding his (de Brito) contract extension when the national team returns after the AVC Challenge Cup," Liao told The Manila Times. De Brito's two-year contract is set to expire this July.
Source:Manila Times
June 18, 2023 00:24 UTC
Repeat Mayon evacuees prefer staying in ‘hut city’
[The residents were] afraid that it would happen again, so they always build temporary huts every time Mayon becomes restive,” he said. The hut was made of wooden poles, with tarpaulin sheets serving as its walls and roof. Lorna Abayon of San Andres village said she spent more than P3,000 to build the hut where her family was transferred. Living conditionsEmma Milarpes, 61, said she and her family chose to stay in the huts, rather than the crowded evacuation centers. [During the eruption] in 2018, we also stayed in the huts because the activity at Mayon scared us,” she said.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 17, 2023 23:44 UTC
Star-studded Asteroid City sees Wes Anderson takes on aliens and the West
Wes Anderson's dazzling cinematic universe is expanding, with its latest feature takes on aliens and the West. Asteroid City, the American director's new film, is preparing to fly into Hong Kong cinemas, with an all-star cast led by the likes of Scarlett Johansson and Tom Hanks. The writer-director has kept busy since then, working on both Asteroid City and a Netflix adaption of Roald Dahl's The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar. Asteroid City is an American romantic comedy-drama with a sci-fi twist. The film is written and directed by Anderson, alongside his long-time collaborator Roman Coppola, while Anderson also produces alongside Steven Rales and Jeremy Dawson.
Source:The Standard
June 17, 2023 21:57 UTC
Bulacan village chief slain
Bulacan village chief slainMANILA, Philippines — A barangay chairman was killed in a gun attack in Barangay Partida, Norzagaray, Bulacan on Friday night. Reports reaching Brig. Gen. Jose Hidalgo Jr., Central Luzon police director, identified the fatality as Marcelino Punzal, 63, chairman of Barangay Bangkal. Punzal was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in his Mitsubishi Strada after police was informed about a shooting incident in the area. Hidalgo ordered Col. Relly Arnedo, Bulacan police director, to conduct a thorough probe into the incident.
Source:Philippine Star
June 17, 2023 18:59 UTC
Garcia to honor late grandparents' legacy
FILIPINO American body builder Jaclyn Ruby Garcia grew up and formed a strong bond with her Filipino grandparents Quirino Sulay and Purificacion Sulay. And that is why it was painful for Garcia and her relatives when the Sulay couple passed away last year. They lived through World War 2 and the Japanese occupation of the Philippines," said the 38-year-old Garcia. "I wanted to honor them in some kind of way and continue on their legacy of philanthropy. I know if they were still alive they would be donating to the Pantay Tamurong Elementary/High School building project.
Source:Manila Times
June 17, 2023 18:19 UTC
Grizzlies star Morant suspended 25 games for latest gun video
LOS ANGELES: Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant was suspended for 25 games by the NBA on Friday after being caught waving a gun in a social media video for the second time this year. In a statement, NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Morant's latest suspension would send a message that the league will crack down on "reckless behavior" with firearms. In a separate statement, the Grizzlies accepted Morant's suspension. Ban 'excessive'However, the National Basketball Players Association, the league's players union, hit out at the severity of Morant's suspension, branding it "excessive and inappropriate." Morant's suspension means he will be unlikely to challenge for any individual end-of-season honors in 2024.
Source:Manila Times
June 17, 2023 17:39 UTC