The town of Buena Vista (BV) is seeking feedback on temporary vendors. Town staff shared a survey to gather information about ...

Trade Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque drew unnecessary flak last week when she made the tone-deaf suggestion that a Filipino family could have a “noche buena” meal for just P500, based on the ...

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Monday disagreed with the Department of Trade and Industry’s (DTI) claim that a Filipino family can celebrate Christmas with just P500 to spend for Noche Buena. “Well, ...

MANILA, Philippines — What planet is she on? That’s the question members of the House of Representatives asked on Friday as they denounced Trade Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque’s claim that a ...

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Friday clarified that a 500-peso Noche Buena remains feasible this year, but only for a family of four and with a pared-down menu. According to Trade ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry on Friday defended its claim that P500 was enough to purchase staple viands for Christmas, citing its ‘noche buena’ price guide to show that ...

MANILA, Philippines — Christmas is one of the most anticipated celebrations for Filipino families — a time to gather, play games and feast. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) says P500 is ...