In recognition of the assistance provided during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) awarded the Singapore Red Cross (SRC), led by Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Benjamin William. Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman and CEO Richard Gordon (center right)...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) officials and dignitaries at the groundbreaking ceremony of the PRC Cavite Chapter's new headquarters at the Vermosa Complex in Imus City, Cavite. Photo courtesy of Vermosa/Facebook. Okada Foundation, Inc.'s (OFI) president, James Lorenzana, was among the...
BOSTON (AP) — Wyatt Langford hit a tying three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning and Jonah Heim had a two-run homer in the 10th to lead the Texas Rangers to a 9-7 win over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night, Aug. 14, avoiding a three-game sweep. Texas Rangers' Wyatt Langford watches...
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. (Screenshot from Facebook live) To set the record straight, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin “Benhur”...
Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Gordon underscored the importance of “upholding humanity in conflict” during the observance of International Humanitarian Law Day (IHL) on Monday, Aug. 12. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., Philippine Red Cross...
In light of the concerning rise in dengue cases nationwide, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) announced on Sunday, Aug. 11, that it is intensifying its efforts to ensure that blood and medical assistance are promptly accessible to those in need. (PRC / Manila Bulletin) PRC Chairman and Chief...
To help strengthen its workforce following an influx of leptospirosis patients due to the onslaught of Typhoon Carina, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Friday, Aug. 9, dispatched a nursing team and volunteers to the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI). (Photo from Philippine Red...
Carlos Yulo, the most decorated Filipino gymnast, once honed his discipline and dedication not just in the gym but also as a Red Cross Youth volunteer. Philippine Red Cross Chairman and CEO Dick Gordon with Carlos Yulo In a statement issued on Thursday, Aug. 8, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC)...
(L-R) National Voluntary Services Program (NVBSP) at Department of Health Program Manager Marites B. Estrella; Philippine Red Cross Assistant Secretary General and Director of Blood Services Christie Monina Nalupta; Wilcon Depot Executive HR Manager Emilio Obispo and President of...
The Philippines has improved its ranking in the global anti-red tape rankings, the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) announced. (Photo courtesy of ARTA) “The Philippines proudly climbs three spots in Government Efficiency, ranking 49th in the 2024 World Competitiveness Report by the International...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Monday, July 29, called on the public to contribute to its emergency relief drive to support ongoing disaster operations for those affected by the typhoon. (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) With more than 11,800 families staying in over 200 evacuation centers in...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) started on Monday, July 29, its fact-finding inquiry into cases of red-tagging in the country in its efforts to push for legislative measures to address the issue. In a statement, the CHR said its inquiry is part of its conscious efforts to formulate mechanisms...
