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So You've Recently Resigned, Here's How to Make Your Last 30 Days at Work Count
(SPOT.ph) With only two weeks left in her current company, marketing officer Meg starts packing up the items on her office desk and organizing the documents that she will turn over to her team, hoping to make the transition smoother as she begins a new career in the advertising industry. The 27-year-old from Makati City is finishing her last 30 days in her current job, all the while processing the requirements for employment in her new company.
For More Long Breaks: Senate Bill Seeks to Move Weekend Holidays to Nearest Monday
(SPOT.ph) A measure has been filed in the Senate seeking to rationalize the observance of national holidays in the country to allow for more long weekends, promoting work-life balance for students and workers and encouraging domestic tourism. In Senate Bill 1651, Senator Raffy Tulfo proposed that if a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday. The bill aims to amend Republic Act 9492, which permits certain holidays to be celebrated on a Monday.
Expect Cheaper Flights as Fuel Surcharge Goes Down Further in February
(SPOT.ph) Travelers can expect even more cheaper flights come February as the Civil Aeronautics Board lowers the fuel surcharge rate further due to the continuous drop in jet fuel prices. The fuel surcharge rate this February for domestic and international flights has been set to Level 6 from Level 7 in January and Level 8 in December and November of 2022, according to a Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) advisory issued on Monday, January 16.
Chinese New Year Celebration in QC's Banawe is Back This 2023
(SPOT.ph) The traditional celebration of Chinese New Year in Banawe Street in Quezon City will return on Sunday, January 22 to welcome the Year of the Water Rabbit after being suspended for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year's festivities will be held at the corner of P. Florentino and Banawe Street, which has been dubbed as Quezon City's Chinatown and where numerous Chinese restaurants are located.
Liquor Ban to be Imposed in Some Areas of Manila for Feast of Sto. Niño
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EDSA Carousel Rides Will Be Free Again as Libreng Sakay Program Gets P1.28-B Funding
(SPOT.ph) Commuters will be able to avail of free EDSA Carousel bus rides again as the Department of Budget and Management assured funding for the government's Service Contracting program this year. The Service Contracting program, which allows for free rides on EDSA Carousel buses and on other public utility vehicles, has received a budget of P1.28 billion under the 2023 General Appropriations Act, said Budget Sec. Amenah Pangandaman in a statement today, January 12.
Why the Meteorite Find in Quirino is a Big Leap for Filipino Space Scientists
(SPOT.ph) A frisbee-sized meteorite crashed into a house in Quirino province one clear summer afternoon in May last year, putting the sleepy town of Nagtipunan on the map for Filipino scientists who want to make space history. The stone, which weighed about 2.4 kilograms, broke into pieces upon hitting the surface, producing three sonic booms that were heard all over the neighborhood. It didn’t take long before news of the meteorite strike spread on social media and among meteorite collectors.
Ready Your Budgets, Meralco to Hike Power Rates in January
(SPOT.ph) Meralco customers are advised to better manage their electricity consumption as the distributor said it would increase its rates for January due to the higher cost of generating power. A P0.6232 increase per kilowatt-hour will be implemented for this month, Meralco said today, January 10, which means that a typical household consuming 200 kWh could see an increase of around P125 in their total electricity bill.
Underemployment Philippines November 2022 Labor Force Survey
(SPOT.ph) The number of underemployed Filipinos increased in November 2022 as more people were hired in part-time jobs during the holiday season, the Philippine Statistics Authority said on Friday, January 6. The underemployment rate was recorded at 14.4% from 14.2%, which translates to some 7.16 million underemployed Filipinos in November 2022 from 6.67 million in the previous month, according to the preliminary results of the latest Labor Force Survey of the PSA.
Work B*tch: The No-Fail Balik Alindog Guide to Kick Off 2023
(SPOT.ph) Declaring 2023 the year he will have a healthier and fitter body, marketing associate Ben bought a new pair of training shoes to motivate himself to work out in the gym --- the first step in his year-long journey to improve his physical wellbeing before he turns 30. The 28-year-old from Manila has long struggled with being overweight, causing him to worry about his health especially that his family has a history of hypertension.
Feast of the Black Nazarene Returns with Physical Activities, Here's Your Guide
(SPOT.ph) Filipino Catholics can once again physically participate in the celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene on January 9, as the annual religious event returns with the least restrictions for the first time since the pandemic hit three years ago. While the traditional Traslacion remains suspended, this year's celebration will allow devotees to join a procession dubbed as the "Walk of Faith" from Quirino Grandstand to Quiapo Church in Manila in the early hours of January 8.
FYI, These are All the Movies and Shows Coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2023
Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is in full swing. Despite its rocky start, Phase Four of the MCU ended on a high note with Black Panther: Wakanda Forever'sstellar box office numbers. And now, Marvel Studios is ready for the next big stage of Kevin Feige’s master plan. Phase Five will cover the movies and shows released in 2023 and 2024, which are all expected to build up to grand ensemble films in Phase Six (2024-2026).
How to Keep Pets Safe from Firecrackers During the New Year Revelry
(SPOT.ph) As Filipinos welcome 2023 in raucous revelry, fur parents have the responsibility to keep their dogs and cats away from harmful firecrackers and other pyrotechnics, advocacy groups said. The noise from exploding firecrackers is "torture" to pet dogs and cats as they have a highly-developed sense of hearing, said Anna Cabrera, the executive director of the Philippine Animal Welfare Society.
How to Ring in The New Year With Your 10 Fingers Intact
(SPOT.ph) Avoid fireworks and firecrackers and practice alternative ways to celebrate the new year, the Department of Health said as it reminded Filipinos to welcome 2023 without the danger of getting injured. While it has been the tradition for many Filipinos to welcome the new year with raucous revelry, it's still best to stay on the safer side away from firecrackers and other pyrotechnics, the DOH said.
GSIS Lifeline: How to Apply for a Loan Through The Mobile App
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Malls Now Allowed to Open at 9 a.m. for Last Minute Shoppers
(SPOT.ph) Metro Manila malls can now resume their normal operating hours as early as 9 a.m. starting December 23, the MMDA said, giving city dwellers more time to do last-minute holiday shopping just a few days left before Christmas. Mall operators earlier agreed to adjust their operating hours to 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. beginning November 14 until January 6, 2023 to help reduce traffic congestion.
GUIDE: Free Toll at SLEX, Skyway, TPLEX on Christmas, New Year's Day
(SPOT.ph) Motorists traveling to the provinces for the holidays can pass through South Luzon Expressway and Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway free of charge as San Miguel Corp. brings back its annual toll holiday for Christmas and New Year.
Try These Money-Making New Year's Resolutions For a Prosperous 2023
(SPOT.ph) Determined to be more financially responsible in 2023, content strategist Rose cancelled two of her credit cards and tracked her expenses so that she would no longer be tempted to purchase items that would only incur more debt. Like many Filipinos during these hard times, the 26-year-old from Pasay City is hoping that the upcoming year will give her a fresh start when it comes to her finances.
Cheaper Flights Ahead as Fuel Surcharge Goes Down Further in January
(SPOT.ph) Travelers can expect cheaper flights at the start of the new year as the Civil Aeronautics Board projects even lower fuel surcharges in January with the continuous drop in jet fuel prices. The fuel surcharge rate this January for domestic and international flights is set to go down to Level 7 from Level 8 in December and November and Level 9 in October, CAB executive director Carmelo Arcilla said. "Itong Disyembre, ang surcharge natin nasa Level 8. Bababa pa tayo ng Level 7.
Motorcycles Allowed on MacArthur Highway Bike Lane in Valenzuela Starting December 25
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Aww, Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo Just ~Reunited~ and Our Fangirl Hearts Can’t Take It
It’s been more than a decade since their hit show Mara Clara aired, but we can't help but feel *kilig* whenever its lead stars Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes reunite! The two have managed to stay good friends throughout the years, so it’s no surprise that they love snapping a good shot together whenever they rub elbows. In this year's ABS-CBN Christmas Special Show, the two gorgeous stars posed for a ~nostalgic~ snap, and as expected, they did it in style.
NAIA, Mactan-Cebu Remove Entrance Security Checks in Some Terminals
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Apple Music Sing Lets You Have a Karaoke Party With Your iPhone
(SPOT.ph) Christmas is the time for family reunions and parties and Apple is spicing up the holidays as it introduces a new karaoke-like feature in its native music app, Apple Music. Apple Music Sing, which is now available with the iOS 16.2 update, allows users to sing along to their favorite songs with adjustable vocals and real-time lyrics, Apple said, much like the typical karaoke except that it's on a mobile device.
Christmas 2022: A Guide for Simbang Gabi in the City
(SPOT.ph) Data analyst Glenn works double time to accomplish all his tasks just before Simbang Gabi begins, a nine-day endeavor he is eager to complete even after he moved to Pasig City from the province. A native of Alfonso, Cavite, the 24-year-old now rents a condo unit near his office in Ortigas. Although he sometimes struggles to go home early due to his heavy workload, this will not stop him from keeping with the Christmas tradition he started in his teenage years, he said.
Can't Attend Eraserheads' Reunion Concert? Here's How You Can Livestream It
(SPOT.ph) Didn't get a ticket to watch Eraserheads' reunion concert? Don't worry, as the much-awaited event will be aired live and in full on streaming platforms this December 22. Smart announced that it will stream Eraserheads' Huling El Bimbo concert live via pay-per-view through its recently-launched Smart LiveStream app which allows users to watch concerts, sporting events, and other live performances right from their mobile phones.
How to Find a Job at the Start of the Year
New year, new work! By Erwin Colcol for Spot.ph | A day ago IMAGE SHUTTERSTOCK Marketing specialistJennysent out resumes to four companies over the past two months hoping to tick off the last item on her bucket list before the year ends --- to get anew job come January 2023. The breadwinner in a family of four, the 28-year-old from Quezon City is seeking better opportunities and abigger salaryto help her manage therising prices of goods during the Christmas season and support her parents.
Metro Manila Mayors Agree: No Confiscation of Driver's Licenses For Now
(SPOT.ph) The driver's licenses of erring motorists in Metro Manila will not be confiscated for now as authorities finalize the proposed single ticketing system that will unify the traffic violation fines in the region, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said.
New Year, New Work: How to Find a Job at the Start of the Year
(SPOT.ph) Marketing specialist Jenny sent out resumes to four companies over the past two months hoping to tick off the last item on her bucket list before the year ends --- to get a new job come January 2023. The breadwinner in a family of four, the 28-year-old from Quezon City is seeking better opportunities and a bigger salary to help her manage the rising prices of goods and support her parents. On the side, she also wants to save enough money for a dream vacation to Japan.
Not on Spotify? Apple Music and YouTube Music Also Have Your 2022 Recap
(SPOT.ph) Didn't get to know your top artists and songs this year because you're not on Spotify? Don't worry, as Apple Music and YouTube Music rolled out their own Wrapped feature that allows you to get a personalized playlist of the music you listened to in 2022. Apple Music Replay and YouTube Music Recap were launched alongside Spotify Wrapped, where users can view their listening stats for 2022 and review the songs and artists they jammed with this year.
You Need This: eTravel Replaces One Health Pass for Arrivals in the Philippines
(SPOT.ph) All inbound travelers to the Philippines, including returning residents, will now be required to register their arrival information and health declaration through eTravel, a single platform that will streamline the entry procedures and data collection of international passengers. eTravel is a new platform that will integrate quarantine and immigration arrival requirements for international travelers.
Christmas 2022 Is Getting Really Expensive, Here's How Much It Will Hurt
(SPOT.ph) Filipinos will have to spend more money in celebrating Christmas this year as prices of Noche Buena items and inflation continue to soar ahead of the holidays, government data showed. Some 195 out of 223 Noche Buena favorites have increased their prices from 10 to 27%, the Department of Trade and Industry said, which means Filipinos would have to adjust their budgets just to have spaghetti, ham, and fruit salad on their Christmas dinners.
Top 10 Tips to DIY Your Christmas Party
(SPOT.ph) As one of the newest hires of his company, insight analyst Rob was asked by his boss to organize their team’s Christmas party, a happy problem of sorts as he hosts his office’s first in-person holiday gathering in two years. While planning events is nothing new to him, the 25-year-old from Mandaluyong City takes on his manager’s task with care. Aside from making sure that it’s safe for everyone, he also has to find ways to keep the celebration within their budget.
Right to Rest from Job, How to Tell Your Boss Guide
(SPOT.ph) Data analyst John (not his real name) is looking for a new job to break free from a boss who makes him work on his Sunday rest day to submit reports on Monday. The work environment has gotten so toxic, he gets panic attacks. The weekend grind has caused the 25-year-old to miss weekend meals with the family. During weekdays, John said he would get triggered everytime his supervisor would call three hours past his clock out.
Holiday Pay: How Much Will You Get on Bonifacio Day, a Regular Holiday?
(SPOT.ph) Filipinos on Wednesday, November 30, will once again observe Bonifacio Day, a time to commemorate the sacrifices and heroism of Katipunan leader Andres Bonifacio more than a century ago. Bonifacio Day has been declared as a regular holiday all throughout the Philippines, which simply means it is usually observed on a fixed date, like Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Araw ng Kagitingan.
Gaslighting is Merriam-Webster's Word of the Year, Reflecting the Treacherous Times We Live In
(SPOT.ph) "Gaslighting" has been chosen as the Word of the Year by American dictionary Merriam-Webster as it noted how fake news, misinformation, and conspiracy theories have become more pervasive in the post-COVID world. Defined as "the act or practice of grossly misleading someone especially for one’s own advantage," "gaslighting" lookups increased by 1,740% in 2022 --- the highest interest for the year, Merriam-Webster said.
LRT-1 Suspension of Operations December 3 to 4, 2022 Guide
(SPOT.ph) Commuters are advised to plan their trips accordingly as LRT-1 operations will be suspended on December 3 and 4 to preparation for the reopening of the Roosevelt Station in Quezon City, its management said. There will be no LRT-1 trips in the coming weekend as operator Light Rail Manila Corp. conducts readiness tests, trial runs and exercises to reintegrate Roosevelt Station into the train line's operational stations.
So You Got a Job Offer? Here's How to Accept or Decline It
(SPOT.ph) The application process doesn’t end with getting a job offer. In fact, it’s the make-or-break point where prospective employees decide whether to accept a role based on the compensation and benefits that a company is willing to give them in exchange for their services.
Start Here if Investing Money is Your New Year's Resolution
(SPOT.ph) As 2023 approaches, many Filipinos would want to make it their New Year's resolution to grow and invest their money, especially with the 13th month pay and all the bonuses they will receive by the end of the year. In choosing to invest at the start of the year, it's always a matter of doing it with the right knowledge, goals, and priorities, financial coach Prej Prestosa said.
GUIDE: How to Upgrade SSS UMID to ATM Pay Card for Free
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By How Much Will Your Salary Increase in 2023?
(SPOT.ph) Filipinos can expect their salary increases in 2023 to reach pre-pandemic levels as businesses continue to recover from the pandemic, global consulting firm Mercer said Wednesday, November 23. Salary increases that employees in the Philippines will receive next year could amount to 5.5%, equal the rate in 2019 and higher than this year's 5.3%, according to Mercer's 2022 Total Remuneration Survey. Also read: Top 10 Work From Home Jobs in the Philippines What is Your Expected Salary?
It's a Pop Culture Moment: Maalaala Mo Kaya Is Ending After 31 Years on Television
Here's where you can watch MMK classics online. By Erwin Colcol for Spot.ph | A day ago IMAGE COURTESY Maalaala Mo Kaya, the Philippines' longest-running drama anthology, will air itsfinal episodeafter more than three decades on television, marking the end of an era for many Filipino millennials who grew up watching real-life stories about hardships, determination, and success.
Neighborhoods: Greenfield District is Mandaluyong's Safe Space
(SPOT.ph) Surrounded by food stalls, wooden tables, and colorful lights, Grace Derie walks her 7-year-old shih tzu Yabii on the grassy field at the center of Mandaluyong City’s Greenfield District as she savors the last few hours of the weekend before she goes back to work.
It's a Pop Culture Moment: Maalaala Mo Kaya is Ending After 31 Years on Television
(SPOT.ph) Maalaala Mo Kaya, the Philippines' longest-running drama anthology, will air its final episode after more than three decades on television, marking the end of an era for many Filipino millennials who grew up watching real-life stories about hardships, determination, and success.
Kamala Harris in the Philippines: What You Need to Know About U.S. VP's Visit
(SPOT.ph) U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is in the Philippines for a three-day official visit, which includes a trip to the island of Palawan near disputed reefs and outcrops in the South China Sea, aiming to further strengthen the alliance between Washington and Manila.
Get Set! Here's the Cast of the Manila Luzon-Starring "Drag Den Philippines"
The search is on for the first-ever Filipino Drag Supreme as Drag Den Philippines premieres on Amazon Prime Video on December 8, 2022, bringing more glam and camp to Philippine television. Hosted by "Drag Lord" Manila Luzon, who herself was a contestant in RuPaul's Drag Race and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, Drag Den PH is the second reality competition series in the Philippines to feature Filipino drag queens, after the successful run of Drag Race Philippines.
Encanto Shows Why Perfectionism is Bad for Your Mental Health
Trigger warning: Mentions of suicide and other mental health issues. If you are having thoughts of suicide, know that help is always here. You are not alone. Call the National Center For Mental Health 24/7 Crisis Hotline 1553, 0917 899 8727(USAP), and/or 7-989-8727 (USAP). This article also contains Encanto spoilers.
Good News, Travelers: Converge to Provide Free Wi-Fi Access in Major Airports
(SPOT.ph) Telecommunications company Converge is set to provide free wi-fi access in major airports in the country, giving passengers more options to connect to the internet while waiting for their flights, the Department of Transportation said today, November 18. The fiber broadband network provider has sealed an agreement with the DOTr to provide free public wi-fi services in passenger terminals of nine international and domestic airports nationwide.
'Wag Ikuwento Si Bruno': Tagalog Versions of Encanto Songs are Here
(SPOT.ph) As Disney+ formally launched in the Philippines, Disney on Thursday, November 17, released the Tagalog versions of the songs from the hit animated film "Encanto", making the story of the magical Madrigal family more relatable to Filipino viewers.
Dragdagulan Na! Meet the Cast of Drag Den Philippines
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What is Your Expected Salary? How to Navigate This Tricky Question
(SPOT.ph) Eager to find a new job before the year ends, data analyst Gelo keeps a list of all his expenses in an Excel spreadsheet to help him determine the salary he would ask his future employer, taking into consideration his monthly rent, his weekly groceries, and his daily allowance. The 27-year-old from Taguig City is hoping for a salary bump when he transfers to a new company to pay off his loans and save enough money for emergency funds.
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