With the current pandemic still raging in our country especially in Metro Manila, a lot of companies have switched from onsite operations to employees working from home where possible. This, of course, conjured up a lot of questions both from the employees and the employers alike. We would try to answer some of them here.   What is work from home? Work from home is a term used to describe an arrangement whereby an employee shall continue to render work for the employer at the employee’s home or some other location. It is a term that can be interchanged with...

  Acclaimed pop-balladeer RJ Dela Fuente have joined forces with Mr. Pure Energy himself, Gary Valenciano for a moving and heartfelt rendition of Laura Story’s “Blessings”—released just in time for the Holy Week.    Their powerful duet offers a fresh take on the iconic Christian ballad, serving as a timely reminder of hope, healing, and unwavering faith in God amid life’s trials.    Known for bridging the worlds of pop and gospel music, both artists bring a depth of emotion and sincerity to the song that resonates deeply with listeners. “But more than our styles complementing each other, it’s our...

Friday night hangouts have been our way of relieving stress from the busy and tiring week. We got used to going out, drinking with our friends, going to cinemas to see a movie, having dinner with family and loved ones, or just go home after work to take a long rest. But due to coronavirus, we have to lie low from our typical night-outs to welcome the weekend. It can really be upsetting to be stuck inside the house and get tired of the mundaneness of daily routine—waking up every morning, making your coffee, and begin to think when will...

Every year, the world produces more electronic waste (e-waste) than the last due to advancements in technology that shorten the average life spans of gadgets and electronics. According to the Global E-waste Monitor 2020 report, the world generated about 53.6 million metric tons (Mt) of e-waste in 2019, a 21-percent jump from 44.4 Mt in 2014. It is projected to increase to 74.7 Mt. by 2030.  What makes e-waste worse compared to most other types of waste is that, if not correctly disposed of, it can release dangerous chemicals like lead, mercury, and lithium, which are toxic to the environment,...

Cebu Pacific, AirAsia offer 11:11 seat sales! This is it, pals, this is the sign to book that flight for your 2021 travels! Philippines’ leading airline companies Cebu Pacific and AirAsia Philippines on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, has launched seat sales, for the much-awaited "11.11" dubbed as the biggest online shopping festival in the world.  Cebu Pacific’s “super seat fest” offers a P1 one-way base fare to all its destinations until November 13, for travel from July 1, 2021, to October 31, 2021.  The 'BERyahero' seat sale is a three-day campaign that features low deals, like its Piso (one-Peso) fare flights...