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True heroes: Tributes pour in as another doctor dies from Covid
March 26, 2020, 4:08 pm
MANILA — As the whole world continues to battle the coronavirus disease (Covid-19), more health workers die after contracting the dreaded virus. But despite these trying times, more heroes emerge — those who stand on the frontline despite the health risks, even if it means sacrificing their… Read More
How a brave Covid-19 frontliner left a legacy of selfless service
March 24, 2020, 2:01 pm
MANILA – As the country intensifies its battle against the deadly coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19), frontliners are sacrificing their time, efforts and lives amid the risks and exposure from the ones infected with the virus. One of them is Dr. Romeo Greg Macasaet, an anesthesiologist from… Read More
Cabbies 'upset but understand' need to enforce quarantine
March 18, 2020, 7:47 pm
MANILA -- The government on Monday ordered the suspension of mass transportation in Luzon for as long as necessary, as the country tries to contain the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). Noontime Tuesday, however, saw a long line of cabs along E. Delos Santos Avenue. Police… Read More
CHED pushes for annual SUC innovation expo
March 10, 2020, 5:57 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) plans to stage a yearly exhibit that will put on display various and useful inventions produced by Philippine state universities and colleges (SUCs). In a media interview on Monday, CHED chairperson Prospero de Vera III said they are partnering… Read More
QC art exhibit showcases women empowerment, expression
March 8, 2020, 5:08 pm
MANILA – Women empowerment isn’t just about offering equal rights to women, but also about ensuring that they are an essential asset in the society’s workforce. With this, a group of Filipino artists bonded together to celebrate the beauty and mystery of women through an art exhibit themed… Read More
Samar to boost delicacies via ‘Secret Kitchen’ drive
March 7, 2020, 3:00 pm
CATBALOGAN CITY, Samar – The Samar provincial government will soon launch another tourism campaign featuring local cuisine in the province as part of its "Spark Samar" branding. Dubbed the “Secret Kitchen of Samar”, the provincial government picked local dishes that will take center stage… Read More
Women’s tales in peace, reconciliation, unity
March 6, 2020, 7:05 pm
MANILA – The nation’s history bears witness how each milestone in the Philippine peace process was achieved because of the major contributions of women advocates whose goal was to bring genuine and lasting peace to their communities. From the highlands of the Cordillera to the sprawling… Read More
Allies for Freedom: US, Filipino heroism in photos
March 4, 2020, 7:56 am
MANILA — Some iconic and never-before-seen photos of the Philippines and the events during World War II are on display at Fort Santiago in Intramuros for the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Manila. Titled "Allies for Freedom", the United States Embassy-funded exhibit features photos, the… Read More
Japan’s MOS burger opens first store in Manila
March 2, 2020, 5:26 pm
MANILA -- One of Japan’s favorite burger chains, MOS Burger, has finally reached Philippine shores with the opening of its first store on Thursday in Robinson’s Galleria in Ortigas. The burger brand that operates 1,300 stores worldwide is known for its delicious and freshly made food with… Read More
Organic farm in Ilocos Norte school makes learning more fun
March 1, 2020, 5:31 pm
LAOAG CITY – A public elementary school in a flood-prone village of Barong, Dingras, Ilocos Norte is leading the way in terms of healthy organic living. Inside the vast school compound of the Barong Elementary School is a 400-square meter mini farm which showcases diversified farming technology… Read More
Once in 4 years: The unique date of ex-president Quirino's death
February 29, 2020, 4:39 pm
MANILA – President Elpidio Quirino’s death may well be considered as the most unique among the country's deceased former chief executives, as he passed away on a leap day. Quirino, the sixth president of the Philippines, succumbed to a heart attack on February 29 in the leap year of 1956 at… Read More
Once in a leap year
February 29, 2020, 9:06 am
MANILA – "Thirty days has September." Still remember this nursery rhyme? Who could forget its last part that says, "All the rest have 31, except for February alone, which has 28 days clear, and 29 in each leap year"? Did you ever wonder why we have a leap year every four years? Did it have any… Read More
Youths learn start-up, sustainable biz after SSEAYP stint
February 27, 2020, 8:19 pm
MANILA -- After sailing to various Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member-countries and learning their culture, a Dabawenyo youth leader gained direction and started his consultancy firm in the region helping start-up businesses open opportunities for more people. 28-year-old… Read More
Army reservist’s motivation to serve
February 23, 2020, 5:55 pm
MANILA – From maintaining the safety of his municipality as chief of security to teaching university students in the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), Sgt. Carlito Baurile Jr. still finds time to help his community as an Army reservist. Baurile works for Alfonso, Cavite Mayor Randy Salamat… Read More
Marikina's 1st cat café: Caring for fluffy friends
February 21, 2020, 6:15 pm
MANILA — More than serving beverages and light snacks, cafés have become a part of people's daily lives. Whether it is for doing business and working in an out-of-office setting or just spending chill time with friends, the atmosphere of these places offers a temporary refuge from the… Read More
Aiming for the jackpot: A 'ticket' to a better life
February 20, 2020, 9:43 am
MANILA -- In almost everywhere in the world where people struggle to eat three meals a day, many are breaking their backs and sparing no efforts just to make ends meet. Filipinos are no strangers to this as every day, people try their luck hoping to get that elusive lotto jackpot prize that may… Read More
Saving PH tourism in the face of Covid-19
February 20, 2020, 7:27 am
MANILA -- In the face of the rapid-spreading coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) and the travel restriction imposed on China and its special administrative regions to contain this, the Philippines is projected to lose at least USD291.71 million or PHP14.83 billion in tourism receipts for the month… Read More
Valentine’s just another day for a Tacloban man
February 14, 2020, 4:56 pm
TACLOBAN CITY -- The sights and sounds of Valentine’s Day hustle is evident in this city on Friday, but not for 30-year-old single Noel Calido, who has to work under the sun to make ends meet. While others carry a box of chocolates, stuffed toys, and flowers for their partners, Calido pushes his… Read More
Love is in the trains
February 14, 2020, 1:51 pm
MANILA -- For those looking for love this Valentine’s Day, one thing that would make your search easier, if not more fun, is finding a wingman – someone to give you the courage to approach someone or introduce you to a budding partner. Trains in Metro Manila are taking the idea to the next… Read More
Get love locked on Valentine's Day
February 13, 2020, 8:28 pm
MANILA – The custom of love locks is a quintessential way to seal the romance deal on Valentine’s Day. But you don’t have to fly out of the country just to attach these symbolically-laden padlocks on famous bridges, because San Jose Del Monte City in Bulacan has recently launched its very… Read More
