Ballooning event to serve as training, launchpad for PH teams in air sports
Aside from being the grandest aerosports event in the country, the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will now also serve as launchpad for international air sports competitions. Capt. Joy Roa, lead organizer of PIHABF, said that this year’s staging of the ballooning show will also fulfill its new role as training ground for various […]
Ballooning event cited as economic driver and aviation career jumpstarter
More than being an institutional aerosports spectacle, the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta is also an economic driver and a jumpstart for careers in the aviation industry. Tarlac Governor Christian Yap said that the event helps the province economically and socially with all the benefits it brings to spur tourism and the economy. He […]
When 2 Tennis Greats Meet
Philippine tennis superstar Dyan Castillejo visited Pampanga’s pride and tennis star Marissa Sanchez days before her death. Photos provided by Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Patrick Gregorio to this writer show that the two tennis greats posed for what could have been a last photo of them together. The visit was made by Castillejo as part […]
Mekeni Top Exec Writes Tribute for Pinoy Silicon Valley Veteran Dado Banatao
Mekeni Food Corporation President Pruds Garcia recalls how Filipino Silicon Valley pioneer Dado Banatao spoke in one company scholarship programof how he wants to be remembered. In his FB post, Garcia paid tribute to the so-called techpreneur who died on Christmas Day at Stanford University due to undisclosed illness. He was 79 years old. Garcia […]
PSC may receive billions more from PAGCOR, PCSO as SC decides on case filed by Yeng Guiao
Philippine athletes, coaches and trainers may be celebrating the Christmas not just this December but for the upcoming months as a financial windfall awaits the Philippine Sports Commission. Thanks to Santa Yeng Guiao who haled PAGCOR and PCSO to court when he was the Congressman of Pampanga’s First District. Spin.PH reported that the appeal of […]
Gov. Pineda has all praises and worries for DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon
CLARK AVIATION CAPITAL — As more anomalies are discovered, court cases filed and even suspensions roll in flood control projects, Pampanga Governor Lilia Pineda has but praises and apprehension for fellow cabalen, DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon. During the oath taking ceremonies for new officers of the Pampanga Press Club, Pineda said that she worries for […]
Clark-based logistics firm commits better service
One of the leading global brands in freight forwarding and logistics in Asia is doubling down its services in the Philippines and neighbor countries. Celebrating its 13th anniversary last month, AGX Philippines Managing Director Max Gulmayo has renewed its commitment to serve its clientele better and faster. “Rest assured that we will continue to improve […]
PSC Chair Gregorio sees big role of Clark and Pampanga in Sports Tourism
Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman Patrick “Pato” Gregorio sees a big role for Clark and host province Pampanga in the development of a strategy and program under the newly-formed super body for sports tourism. During KapiHann, a media forum of the Pampanga Press Club at Swissotel Clark inside Hann Resorts in Clark, Gregorio said that […]
Cebu Pacific Clark Hub and its Upward Numbers
The numbers say it all. Just how successful the Clark International Airport (code: CRK) is in bringing back the flights. Cebu Pacific, for one, is chalking up upward in its in passenger, routes, and hub seats sold.Imagine a chart – whether a line, graph or even pie – they all have point up figures. Cebu […]
Symphony Homes cites local restos and cafés
Symphony Homes is not just putting up a residential village. It is building a community that pays tribute to Kapampangan culinary excellence. In its recent social media post, the SMDC unit has featured 10 restaurants and cafes that are not just popular but are also located near the newest housing project in Mabalacat City. Described […]