Senator Raffy Tulfo denounced move by the Kuwaiti government to crackdown on Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who are victims of crimes and other abuses despite his suggestions to protect their rights through mandatory pre-engagement seminars, background checks, and psychological and medical exams for employers of domestic workers during a Senate hearing on the murder of…

In a manifestation during the confirmation hearing for officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs recently, Senator Bong Go conveyed his support for foreign service officials and emphasized the need to fulfill their duties effectively by being accessible to fellow Filipinos.  Recognizing the vital work carried out by the employees of the DFA, Go shared…

Senator Bong Go, head of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, continues to support the government’s efforts to improve healthcare access for all Filipinos as he attended the groundbreaking ceremony for another Super Health Center in Samal, Bataan recently. During his speech, Go acknowledged that there is a continuing need for accessible healthcare facilities…

The Department of Tourism (DOT) tackled some of the most pressing issues and concerns on cruise tourism with government and private stakeholders responsible for this product portfolio, as the country embarks on its goal as a “regional cruise center” in Asia.   Since opening the country to international travel, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said…

In keeping with its goal to be an agency that responds to the people’s concerns, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office has vowed to continue to keep its lines open to the public. “Ang PCSO ay narito para tumulong at makinig sa ating mga kababayan. Our people can trust that we will continue to keep our…

Civil Service Commission (CSC) Chairperson Karlo Nograles reminded the 1.8 million workforces of government to promote environmental conservation and sustainability as the country celebrates Philippine Environment Month this June, and the global observance of World Environment Day on 05 June 2023. Chairperson Nograles emphasized the responsibility of government employees to safeguard the nation’s resources as…

On World Water Day, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) reported that its businesses collectively saved some 33,865,901,000 liters of water from 2017 to 2022–equivalent to the annual consumption of over 94,000 households, or the monthly use of over 1.129 million families. The water savings, part of the company’s long-running “Water for All” water sustainability initiative, represent…

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has rolled out its P500-M ‘Handog Tulong Pinansyal Para sa Mangingisda” financial assistance program for fisherfolk families residing in Rosario, Tanza, Naic, and Ternate in Cavite as part of its commitment to managing its social and environmental impacts following strict performance standards set by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for its…

As the autumn of March settled in and the leaves began to don their golden hues, the magical School of Witchcraft and Wizardry stirred with anticipation, as it readies itself for the most illustrious and anticipated event of the year: The Department of Quest & Mysteries: Economics Tournament of Houses. Amidst the palpable excitement, the…

With its overextended sun and streets lorded by scooters, Hanoi is a peach and vibrant city that bridges modern and traditional ways of living. A city that demands your attention—it challenges the way you see things. In one blink, you could miss out on witnessing something far beyond what conventional traveling offers. Keep your eyes…

Schools are the training ground for tomorrow’s leaders and builders of our nation. To feed them good food is like feeding our future. But, as students trying to make their way out of college, it’s understandable that budget can sometimes become stiff. Thankfully, budget-friendly food stalls, carinderia, and restaurants thrive outside the walls of every…

Build bridges, not burn them. Did it ever make you wonder how past communities connect with others? How do culture and tradition get passed on from one place to another? Food, clothing, produce, or even our way of speaking all these things had to travel from island to island to create a network between regions…

Schools are the training ground for tomorrow’s leaders and builders of our nation. To feed them good food is like feeding our future. But, as students trying to make their way out of college, it’s understandable that budget can sometimes become stiff. Thankfully, budget-friendly food stalls, carinderia, and restaurants thrive outside the walls of every…

It’s that time of the year when the country experiences weather that would make you hit the shower at least twice a day. With the harsh heat waves we have been experiencing the past few days, knowing the basics when dealing with heat-related illnesses or the dark side of the sultry summer days is necessary.…

By: Vanna Marie Liberan, Justin Reign Aguinaldo, Denyll Patrick Sajo, Mariah Michaela Ramos & Mia-Ariana Capiendo UST Psychology students, it’s your time to shine! When you wish for a star, the UST Psychology Society (PsychSoc) will grant it. The university once again opens its doors to “IMMERSE: Psychology Week 2023”, highlighting the talents and skills…

Two classic and iconic brands are partnering to give back to their customers who have remained loyal despite the challenges of the pandemic in the past two years. For a limited run, FILA and Starbucks will give free fashionable and functional items inspired by their iconic hues and logos. The results represent FILA’s red, blue…

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.…

University of the Philippines has gained a promising young talent in Chris Hubilla, the 20-year-old forward from San Beda-Rizal and a top prospect in the class of 2024. Despite being in Grade 11, Hubilla committed to UP early because donning the Fighting Maroons jersey has been a long-time aspiration of his. In his one-and-done stint…

Fans had a feast over the weekend as PVL and UAAP continued the action in their respective season run in women’s volleyball. The Premiere Volleyball League kickstarted the weekend with the game 1 of the best-of-three semifinals between rank four F2 Logistics Cargo Movers and the top-seed Creamline Cool Smashers, with the latter emerging as…

UP Men’s Basketball Team (UPMBT) Director for Operations Bo Perasol has confirmed that the UP Fighting Maroons have secured the commitment of Fil-American Volcano Vista Highschool center Sean Alter, a 6’9″ center who will wear maroon in S86 of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP). Perasol on Sunday said that the development “is…

After two years of hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has led to a global health crisis, Dulaang UP reopened its doors through the staging of Floy Quintos’ The Reconciliation Dinner at the University Theater Main Hall Stage in November 2022. After the successful run of The Reconciliation Dinner, Dulaang UP’s first offering for…

METRO MANILA (February 2022) – Meridian International College’s theater organization, MINTeatro, will be staging another Shakespearean play: “Romeo and Juliet”; featuring a newly edited text by Nelsito Gomez and Giselle Giorgia, with debuting director Giselle Giorgia. With an all student newbie cast. The show dates for “Romeo and Juliet” will be on March 17, 24,…

MANILA, Philippines – At the Adamson University Theater on January 27, the university’s official film organization, Silip@lente, in partnership with the Cultural Affairs Office, hosted their annual inter-school film festival, Realifilm 2023. After two years in a row of screening and awarding films digitally, Siilip@Lente paved the way for this year’s Realifilm competition to be…

Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Secretary General Dr. Gwen Pang and PRC Board of Governors Vice Chairperson Corazon Alma De Leon led the distribution of 150 hygiene kits to the elderly inpatients of the Female Aged Care and Wellness Unit of the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) recently. Pang, a nurse by profession, explained that…

A smoke inhalation incident recently occurred during a Physical Education Examination at Bacolod City College, prompting a swift response from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Bacolod City – Negros Occidental Chapter and other local rescue agencies. The incident was caused by a chemical brought by a class of students for an experiment, resulting in chemical…

The Rotary Club of Manila 101 signed a memorandum of agreement with the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) for a wheelchair donation program. 270 wheelchairs will be donated by the group to be distributed to numerous people with mobility impairments in the country to help them cope with their health conditions. The beneficiaries will be identified…

The Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) made it to Top 50 on its maiden participation in the 2023 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), after two of its projects were commended for their ethical value and relevance to the fourth industrial revolution.  T.I.P. ranked 41st in the WURI ethical value category for its “Project…

Ranking fourth out of the 3,339 hopefuls in the April 2023 Electrical Engineering board exams has filled newly-registered Engr. Bernard Vic Senillo with an overwhelming sense of “joy and gratitude,” which he extended to God and the nation that helped him reach this milestone. Senillo was a Department of Science and Technology (DOST) scholar, who…

Newly-licensed civil engineer and Technological Institute of the Philippines (T.I.P.) alumnus King Justine Guardario is bent on serving the country, after placing eighth out of the 5,887 hopefuls in the April 2023 Civil Engineering board examination. “I told myself to give back first to those who helped me. I also want to keep training myself…