Malacañang has thanked those who responded to the call of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) for emergency donations as it expressed sadness over the tragedy that befell the State-run institution. (PGH FACEBOOK PAGE / MANILA BULLETIN) Presidential Spokesman Harry Roque made the statement...
The latest batch of coronavirus vaccines delivered to the Philippines through the COVAX facility represented a "lifeline" to Filipinos seeking relief from the pandemic, according to a United Nations (UN) official. The latest batch of AstraZeneca vaccine doses arrived in the Philippines through the...
Due to the disaster wrought by a string of three strong typhoons, BDO Remit—the remittance service brand of BDO Unibank—has waived the remittance fee on donations from overseas Filipinos coursed through different foundations. In a statement, the bank said the zero remittance fee for these...
Just like in the early days of the quarantine period, the fashion community is once again coming up with ways to help fellow Filipinos get back on their feet, after the devastating aftermath of typhoon "Ulysses." Here are some sales for a cause, auctions, and other fund-raising activities led by...
After the onslaught of typhoon "Ulysses" that caused mid-thigh flooding to her Marikina production studio, damaging stocks and interiors, fashion designer Rosenthal Tee appealed to the public to donate clothes for victims in Marikina who are in dire need of fresh garments. Last Nov. 13, Mayor...
ANGEL THOUGHTS One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eye. — The Little Prince , Antoine de Saint Exupery Isko turns over new gadgets, photo from Manila PIO Welcome the “ber” months this Tuesday! Be sure to celebrate the birthday of Mama Mary on Sept. 8....
John Regala goes on air with Raffy Tulfo ('Wanted sa Radyo'/Screenshot) John Regala claims he has not received anything from the cash donations raised for him by fellow celebrities Chuckie Dreyfus and Nadia Montenegro, as well as writer Aster Amoyo. “Wala po akong nakuhang ni-singko po sa...
Ria Atayde Ria Atayde is doing her job as celebrity ambassador of international child rights organization Save the Children Philippines. The actress helped launch its latest campaign “Heroes from Home” which helps raise funds and gives hope to marginalized, and deprived Filipino children who...
Kim Idol A day after comedian Kim Idol (real name Michael Argente) passed away, SCOPE (Stand-up Comedians of Philippine Entertainment) held an online fundraiser to help his mom, Maria Taniegra Argente, pay for the hospital bills. The group was able to raise P166,000. Comedian Pokwang donated...
Bea Alonzo (seated) at the orphanage Bea Alonzo continues her humanitarian efforts amid COVID-19 pandemic. She and her nonprofit organization I Am Hope recently handed over donations to the SOS Children’s Village in Muntinlupa City. The actress also spent time with the kids at the orphanage....
