Filipino Paralympians, who are about to represent the Philippines at the Paralympic Games, gained the spotlight on President Marcos' remarks during the commemoration of National Heroes Day, saying they are a "symbol of hope." Filipino Paralympians (Photo courtesy of Philippine Sports Commission)...
President Marcos encouraged the nation to remember both the famous and unsung heroes for their contributions to the nation's progress. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the commemoration of the National Heroes Day at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City on Aug. 26, 2024. In his...
National Heroes Day in the Philippines is more than just a public holiday; it is a day that encapsulates the country's deep respect and admiration for those who have sacrificed their lives for freedom and justice. The observance of this day has undergone significant changes since the declaration of...
Department of National Defense (DND) Sec. Gilberto Teodoro Jr. (File photo) Contrary to popular belief, it does not need a special kind of act for an individual to be considered a hero. Thus said the Department of National Defense (DND) as it encouraged the public on the eve of the National Heroes...
Filipinos are up for a four-day long weekend after President Marcos moved the celebration of Ninoy Aquino Day from Aug. 21, Wednesday, to Aug. 23, Friday. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and the late senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. (File photos) Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin...
Two holidays, including one long weekend, await Filipinos this month of August. File photos Based on Proclamation No. 368 that Malacañang issued in October last year, the two holidays for August are: August 21 (Wednesday): Ninoy Aquino Day August 26 (Monday): National Heroes Day Early this year,...
CAMP RAFAEL C. RODRIGUEZ, Butuan City – Police Regional Office-13 Director Police Brig. Gen. Kirby John B. Kraft urged the people of Caraga to display the spirit of unity at all times to achieve lasting peace and prosperity. “I encourage our police officers and men and the general public to...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Zamboanga City government led by Mayor John Dalipe held a program and floral offering ceremony at Plaza Rizal here to commemorate National Heroes’ Day on Monday, August 28. MAYOR John Dalipe, Sen. Francis Tolentino, Vice Mayor Josephine Pareja, and city councilors lead...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez (left), President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. (Speaker’s office) For House Speaker Martin Romualdez, farmers, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), and the women of society are also heroes whose efforts should be hailed and...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) enjoined Filipinos to emulate the values and ideals portrayed by the country’s national heroes while working together towards building a better future. The Armed Forces of the Philippines join the commemorative rites for National Heroes Day at the...
Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada on Monday, August 28 called on Filipinos to honor the valiant efforts and heroic deeds of the country’s military veterans as the Philippines celebrates National Heroes’ Day. Estrada also said he is glad that this year’s commemoration of the country’s...
On National Heroes Day, Vice President Sara Duterte encouraged the citizenry to "find the heroes within us" by taking inspiration from the national and nameless heroes of the country. Vice President Sara Duterte (Photo courtesy of OVP) "As Filipinos, we should find the heroes within us—carve...
