Quirino Gov. Dax Cua voiced his support for the Department of Interior and Local Government’s order to all its attached units to help in the Department of Education’s Brigada Eskwela. “Maganda nga kung manggaling na sa national government ang direktiba na tumulong ang lahat ng units ng DILG sa Brigada Eskwela. Needless to say, we…

A party-list lawmaker is pushing for a measure providing a one-time cash aid of P2,000 to all Filipinos to alleviate the burden brought about by the coronavirus pandemic and the rapid rise of goods and services. Kalinga Representative Irene Saulog filed House Bill 2022, otherwise known as the Universal Ayuda bill, which proposes an amount…

The city government of Dagupan is targeting some 50,000 indigents and their dependents, and other vulnerable sectors for the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) KonSulta (KONsultasyong SULit at TAma) program. Other vulnerable sectors include senior citizens, members of the lesbians, gays, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual; persons with disabilities, and solo parents. Mayor Belen…

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco eyes bringing improvements to the country’s air and seaports to encapsulate the “Filipino Brand” and give tourists a good first and last impression when they visit the Philippines. In a meeting with Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime J. Bautista, Frasco noted that as the primary gateway…

Recognizing the potential of developing ancestral lands into sustainable food production areas, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has designed a number of programs and projects for the Indigenous People (IP) communities. The DA through its Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo Program (DA-4K) programmed culturally-sensitive projects to cater to the needs of the Indigenous People’s…

The Department of Education (DepEd) highlighted the importance of friendship, unity, and culture of its neighboring countries during the celebration of the 55th founding anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at Bulwagan ng Karunungan, DepEd Complex. Spearheaded by the agency’s International Cooperation Office (ICO), the flag-raising ceremony was attended by Vice President…

Cavitex Infrastructure Corporation (CIC) and joint-venture partner, Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) announce the readiness of Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX), for the expected increase in traffic volume due to government mandate of full implementation of face-to-face classes by November, with some expected to start as early as August. With more vehicles expected to ply the 14-kilometer CAVITEX…

by Robert Kobe Garcia In celebration of the Institution of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines – Mapúa University Student Chapter’s (IECEP-MUSC’s) 36th founding anniversary, the current Batch 72 officers, “Ikigai,” will spearhead its grand event entitled “ECEnnovate: Fundamentals of Electronics towards Shaping the Future,” on July 22-24, 2022, via Zoom and Facebook Live. The grand…

The event transpired last June 3, 2022, via Facebook live where students and young professionals attended to learn Data Analytics in E-Commerce, Programmatic Advertising, and Augmented Reality (AR) Marketing. Bree Mercado, one of the Top 100 Marketing Students in the Philippines in Markprof 2021 hosted the event. Ms. Mercado also hosted college-wide, university-wide, regional, national,…

Manila can sometimes become a little too loud and crowded. From the buzzing streets and towering skyscrapers, one can easily get lost in a surrounding so restive and brutal to those who only need time and space for some moments of stillness. But deep within the concrete jungle are green oases where nature, life, and…

Youtube is one of the go-to sites for Filipinos looking for pretty much anything under the sun. Rightfully so, Youtube offers a wide variety of video content. You are highly likely to find search results with just a few keywords, even the weirdest ones. The online video platform is also the best place for informative…

We might have already written numerous articles about the beautiful city of Baguio. Perhaps, that’s because the city never runs out of reasons to leave its visitors in awe of what it has to offer. One of which is Baguio’s Yellow Trail, or Camp John Hay Forest Bathing Trail. Indeed, in the purest of nature,…

FEAR. How would you know if you wouldn’t? As you walk closer to the coast, you look into the vastness of the ocean and ask, “What if it’s too cold?” The feel on your feet changes with every step you take. From dry, powdery sand, you notice your feet start to sink into a wet,…

What’s usually on your plate, lately? A balanced diet is proven to be key to achieving better well-being. It doesn’t only help us grow and stay strong physically; it also takes care of our mental well-being—Mens sana in corpore, as they say, or a sound mind in a sound body. When our body receives quality and…

Ever experienced jolting out of bed in the middle of the night with a grumbling tummy? Does it ever make you wonder why of all times during the day, your sudden craving to eat comes rushing after-hours? Or how about those days you have to work until the wee hours but all you can think…

To continue the legacy of Mr. and Ms. JPIA, PUP JPIA Manila announced its search of the event for this year on their Facebook page on November 16, 2021. The event is open to all bonafide students of Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Sta. Mesa branch, which is also a PUP Junior Philippine Institute…

Suits are timeless clothes. It’s stylish and classy, and can be worn during important events or activities such as for business, formal gatherings, or even casual daily wear if you feel like looking dapper. But good suits aren’t always easy on the wallet. This is why it’s important to choose the right one for you.…

To some, wearing socks is nothing but a hassle – especially since it’s usually warm or hot where we live. It feels lighter not to wear socks, too! But making a habit out of not wearing socks makes us miss out on all the benefits that socks bring us.  Benefit 1: Protects from Calluses and…

When the writing direction taps on sincere emotions, you know that your viewing experience will be worthwhile. Extraordinary Attorney Woo is one of those TV series that breaks the stereotypes about neurodivergent people. At the same time, perhaps, reminding us all that if we pay close attention, our similarities outweigh our differences. Kdramas commonly follow…

Close to 2,000 elite runners, athletes in training, and running enthusiasts signed up for the Vermosa Green Run at Imus, Cavite last Sunday, July 3, heeding the call to rediscover the outdoors and support a cause. Vermosa Project Development Manager Moses “MJ” Aragones said a total of 1,800 runners laced up and welcomed the opportunity…

Gigantic talking robots, uniform in storyline, recycling plot twists in every episode. You can expect that the day in an anime would start with mundane activities leading up to complications. Then an actual fight between good and evil, and as you guessed it, good prevails. Perhaps, hoping to spread hope that no matter how strong…

Paano maninindigan sa gumuguhong pundasyon? Sining LABinsiyam (SiLAB) is a production house under the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde Theater Arts Program started in May 2021 by student-artists from the Batch 119 practicing theater production. Following the success of their previous two online productions, Ang Red Dress Ni Makisig and Bago Dumilim Sa Labas,…

They say that change is inevitable. An adage that can’t be any truer in brands we have grown to know and support. These changes are influenced by trends, needs, and the urge to appeal to a broader market. In case you haven’t noticed, one of those changes is brand logos. Many notable brands have shifted…

“You think you’ve seen it all, and then you close your eyes.” Angsty, in-your-face, temperamental at its purest, and raw to the core. Authors are great in terms of evoking a feeling. But only a few could make you feel their words as if they are your own. Case in point, Alan Navarra. Just imagine…

Don’t know how to comfort someone when they’re venting? Afraid to be vulnerable with your strict co-workers? Have flexible work hours but prone to overworking yourself?  Then, brew up your coffee and join in for a chill online talk hosted by AIO called “Coffee Conversations: Emotional Intelligence Over IQ”. This event aims to shed light…

28 July 2022 – The UP-CIFAL Philippines, in partnership with the UP Institute for Maritime Affairs and Law of the Sea (IMLOS) and the UP Marine Science Institute, organized a webinar entitled “Our Planet, Our Seas: A Deep Dive towards Sustainable Development Goals”. The webinar was conducted via Zoom at 1:00 p.m. (Manila time). Recognizing…

FEAR. How would you know if you wouldn’t? As you walk closer to the coast, you look into the vastness of the ocean and ask, “What if it’s too cold?” The feel on your feet changes with every step you take. From dry, powdery sand, you notice your feet start to sink into a wet,…

When the internet era began to shift our lives from analogue to digital, many platforms surfaced to create more means of reaching people to provide information, entertainment, and education. From the basics of googling, we proceeded to write about them through blogs or record them through vlogs and podcasts.  Along with the rise of the…

National Geology Congress (NGC) is back in its 9th year with all events conducted ONLINE and FREE OF CHARGE. Calling all teachers, high school students, geosciences majors, and earth science enthusiasts! Watch out for these dates: EARTH SCIENCE TEACHERS’ WEBINAR (ESTW):  April 2 This is a webinar for high school teachers featuring techniques for teaching…

The 29th National Astronomy Week is just around the corner! On the third week of February, the country will celebrate its annual National Astronomy Week, a celebration aiming to broaden the public interest and understanding of astronomy, especially in our unique Filipino experience. In line with this, the University of the Philippines Astronomical Society will…