Despite the economic challenges and social upheaval brought about by the Covid-19 in the past two years, the Manila Bulletin (MB) remains true to its commitment to be the exponent of Philippine progress. MB President Dr. Emil C. Yap III attributed the company's resilience during the most pivotal...
Editorial Although the Filipinos, declaring independence from Spain, proclaimed a provisional government on June 12, 1898, it wasn’t until Jan. 23, 1899 that the first “proper” Philippine republic was inaugurated, following the promulgation of the Malolos Constitution two days before. It...
After more than 45 years since the establishment of the bilateral relations between the Philippines and Tunisia was formalized, Filipinos in the Northwestern African country gathered for the first time to celebrate the 123 rd anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence in the capital...
Citing COVID-19 health protocols, the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. on Thursday admitted to celebrating the 123 rd anniversary of Philippine Independence in two separate venues – one for the Embassy’s top United States government “partners” and another for a group of invited...
The raising of the Filipino flag at the Philippine Embassy in Morocco on June 12, 2021 during the 123 rd Philippine Independence Day celebration was historic not only for Ambassador Leslie Baja but also for the more than 4,600 Filipinos currently working in that country. Philippine flag being...
Protest marred the twin celebration of the 123rd anniversary of the Philippine Independence Day and the 75th year of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Philippines at the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C., Tuesday night (Wednesday morning in Manila). A...
Using the new technology, the international community led by powerful countries like the United States, Japan, China and France sent their congratulatory messages to the Philippines on the occasion of the 123 rd anniversary of Philippine Independence Day over the weekend. Japanese Ambassador...
Today marks the 123 rd Independence Day of our country. It was on June 12, 1898 when Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed our independence from foreign rule, ceremonially symbolized by the unfurling of the Philippine flag and the playing of our national anthem. What came after were a series of events...
“What does independence mean to us?” This is the question posed by Education Secretary Leonor Briones to education stakeholders as the country commemorates its 123rd Independence Day this year. Education Secretary Leonor Briones during the virtual symposium enjoined stakeholders to continue...
