The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is mourning the loss of Jose Ian R. Ho, a dedicated volunteer who died protecting his son during the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu Province last month. PRC Chairman Richard J. Gordon and Secretary General Gwen T. Pang visited Ho’s wake on October 4,...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, October 1, announced that it has deployed medical and emergency response teams after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck near Bogo City, Cebu, on Tuesday night. PRC Chairman and CEO Richard J. Gordon said staff and volunteers were immediately mobilized to...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) welcomed International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger at its national headquarters in Manila, reaffirming the strong humanitarian partnership between the two organizations. Spoljaric, the first woman to lead the ICRC, was received...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Tuesday, August 19, announced that it has further strengthened its emergency and disaster response capabilities with the turnover of its 180th ambulance unit. In a statement, PRC said the turnover, which took place on August 18, marks a “milestone” that...
Philippine Red Cross Chairman Richard J. Gordon on Friday thanked staff and volunteers for helping flood victims in country, particularly in Bulacan. “Two weeks after the heavy rain and multiple cyclones that caused major flooding in different provinces, the Philippine Red Cross remains in...
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Nikola Jokic showed why he’s a finalist for another MVP award with his historic stat line. But with Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals at stake, the ball again found Aaron Gordon’s hands. Gordon hit a 3-pointer with 2.8 seconds remaining, supporting Jokic’s...
Former senator Richard Gordon was unanimously re-elected as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) during its 34th Biennial Convention. Reaffirming his leadership at the helm of the organization, former Senator Richard Gordon was unanimously re-elected as Chairman...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) reaffirmed its commitment to disaster preparedness by hosting its 34th Biennial National Convention from April 28 to 30 at the PRC Logistics and Multi-Purpose Center (PLMC) in Mandaluyong City. To prepare the foremost humanitarian organization in the years ahead, the...
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is bringing two of his globally recognized restaurant brands to Mactan Island, marking the latest expansion of his culinary footprint in the Philippines. Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips and Street Burger by Gordon Ramsay are slated to open by midyear at The Mactan...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) announced on Tuesday, April 15, that it is on heightened alert for its annual Holy Week operations, mobilizing volunteers and resources across strategic locations as travelers and pilgrims head to popular destinations during the extended religious break. (Philippine...
Emphasizing the need for immediate medical response during emergencies—especially amid the country's extreme heat—the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is urging every household to have at least one trained first aider. (Philippine Red Cross / Manila Bulletin) PRC Chairman and Chief Executive...
By Richard J. Gordon Today is the 58th death anniversary of my father James Leonard Tagle Gordon Sr. To me, it doesn’t feel that distant—he remains with me, always. Words like “Sana” (what could have been) or “Sayang” (what a waste) were never part of his...
