When Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau encouraged Filipino-Canadians to run for public office at the culminating event of the Filipino Heritage Month in July this year, Rechie Valdez readily responded and won a seat at the House of Commons representing the federal district of...
As people age, they start to plan about how they want to spend the rest of their years outside of the workforce. Many people consider farming as a retirement plan because they can relax and stay productive at the same time by tending to their crops or livestock. Racquelita and Romeo Rabino, a...
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, many people got displaced from their jobs because they needed to follow safety protocols to keep the virus from spreading rapidly among the public. Photo from France 24 Among the many displaced workers were those who worked in transportation. One taxi...
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New Zealand reported 12 new Delta variant cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country's community outbreak to 1,160. Health workers are seen at a testing site for COVID-19 in Auckland, New Zealand, Aug. 20, 2021. (Xinhua/File)...
During the weekend, Agriculture Online has received tons of feedback, both positive and negative, about the difference between makopa and tambis. It all started when we posted a photo that many were quick to call out as tambis instead of makopa. To correct our mistake, we chose a file photo...
To provide assistance to local governments units (LGUs) in Metro Manila that were affected by the new community quarantine classification, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has prepared in advance thousands of food packs (FFPs) for families. DSWD / MANILA BULLETIN Based on the...
Potholes are a common occurrence on some roads. At most, it could cause a mild inconvenience to motorists but if kept unchecked, could lead to serious accidents. One man from Florida got fed up with the poor road conditions near his business. Bryan Raymond, who owns Progress and Pride Fitness...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) has extended the payment deadline for July contributions of regular employers due to enhanced community quarantine (ECQ). (MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) In a statement, Aurora C. Ignacio, SSS president and chief executive officer said Monday, Sept. 30, that the...
BY PATRICIA BIANCA S. TACULAO Many people believe that farming is a laborious job that requires proper knowledge, a green thumb, and numerous hours under the sun. But that’s not the case. Farming, for some, can be fun, productive, and rewarding. Liezl Alegre, a Filipina residing in Canada,...
Qatari Assistant Foreign Minister Lolwah Alkhater has thanked the members of the Filipino community in Doha for their "generosity and solidarity" with hundreds of Afghan refugees who are now sheltered in that country. Alkhater, who is also serving as spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
Due to the continuous reports about the negative impacts of climate change and deterioration of the environment, numerous brands, both big and small, have started sustainable initiatives to leave a positive impact on the planet that could benefit future generations. Avon, a London-based...
For a country to function efficiently, it needs a properly allocated budget that covers all the basic needs of its citizens to keep them safe and secure. Among those necessities is food. Countries that are food insecure have higher percentages of hunger and malnutrition. The Philippine...
