ILOILO CITY – The province of Antique received an 1898 Philippine revolutionary flag during a ceremony in the town of Patnongon on Monday. The Abellon family turned over the flag believed to be 127-years-old to the provincial government represented by Gov. Paolo S. Javier. “This flag symbolizes...
SAN JOSE DE BUENAVISTA, Antique – A local historian in Antique is coordinating with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines to declare a Philippine flag, estimated to be 127-years-old, as a national treasure. “We also intend to seek a resolution from the Antique provincial board...
Each year, from May 28 to June 12, a familiar sight returns to cities, towns, and quiet neighborhoods across the Philippines. Flags are hoisted from windows and rooftops. They line public buildings and street corners. They flutter above schoolyards and government halls. This two-week stretch...
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Spokesperson Commodore Jay Tristan Tarriela answers questions from the media (Dexter Barro II/MANILA BULLETIN) San Narciso, Zambales——The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Friday that the China Coast Guard...
CAVITE – Authorities arrested a Romanian and three Pakistanis after being caught disrespecting the Philippine flag in Ternate on June 26. A statement released by Cavite Police Provincial Office (PPO) on Thursday, June 29, identified the Romanian as Loan Oprescu, 36, and the Pakistanis as...
President Ferdinand R. Marcos’ remarks at the launching of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ commemorative coins underline the significance of the 125th Anniversary of Philippine Independence. Citing a country’s currency as a mark of its sovereignty, he applauded the BSP’s adoption of...
The Philippine Army encouraged Filipinos to maintain the highest respect and fervor to the Philippine flag as the country celebrates the 125 th National Flag Day on Sunday, May 28. *Members of the Philippine Army's (PA) Security and Escort Battalion accord ceremonial honors during the 125th...
Today, May 28, marks the beginning of a significant commemoration known as National Flag Day — a day that holds profound meaning in our national identity and collective consciousness as a nation. It is a day when we reflect the historical importance of our flag and the values it represents. On...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has directed its offices as well as schools nationwide to ensure that Philippine flags are flown at half-mast in honor of former president Fidel V. Ramos (FVR). Former president Fidel V. Ramos (REUTERS /Romeo Ranoco /MANILA BULLETIN) DepEd said that the...
Philippine Consulate General in Hawaii launches Flag Day exhibit ONWARD TO INDEPENDENCE Bulos (center) leads the commemoration of Philippine National Flag Days in Hawaii. Various activities are slated for the celebration including an exhibit, online trivia on the flag, Filipino Food Week, and the...
There are plenty of ways Filipinos can express their love for the country. They can watch movies made by Filipino creatives, patronize works and designs by local artisans, do a myriad of art about it, and the list goes on. But for one merchandiser, he did it by stacking food products to recreate...
A 27-year old man was arrested after he was accused of desecrating the Philippine flag at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Sunday, Oct. 10. photo: NAIA police He was identified as Jay-ar Beril, of Bautista Compound, Purok 8 in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Based on the report of the...
