As the New People’s Army (NPA) marked its 55 th founding anniversary last March 29, its remaining leaders and members were again urged by the national government to lay down their weapons and end the armed struggle so lasting peace can finally be achieved in the country. In a statement on Easter...
The Philippines has welcomed a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution that calls for an immediate ceasefire in war-torn Gaza, saying it was “long overdue” and must be implemented “immediately.” DFA (File Photo/MANILA BULLETIN) In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on...
As Holy Week approaches, the Department of Health (DOH) on Saturday, March 23, reminded motorists to prioritize safety amidst the anticipated surge in road travel. (JANSEN ROMERO / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) With the annual exodus of individuals and families heading to provinces, tourist...
The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) has expressed its full support to President Marcos for his visionary approach to fostering economic growth, particularly his commitment to attracting investments, enhancing the skills of Filipino workers, and embracing new technologies. Sabin Aboitiz, Lead...
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) said the department is pushing to build the country's own research and development (R&D) in cybersecurity defenses. (Photo from Unsplash) "There are many initiatives that are being done by the government in the different agencies, but...
The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) sees substantial refinancing of maturing corporate bonds and loans this year as it weighs the impact of 'fresh uncertainties' overseas on the domestic economy. FSCC is an inter-agency council where the principals from the Bangko Sentral ng...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Ulama Council of Zamboanga Peninsula declared on Sunday, March 10, the start of the Ramadan on March 12, Tuesday. “After thorough communication with Ulama around the Philippines unanimously reported that the moon was not sighted,” the Ulama Council posted on their...
March signals the start of summer. For enthusiasts of interior design and architecture, it is the season to be inspired and encouraged, with all major local art and design exhibitions and symposiums taking place during this time in Manila. Emerging from the success of the Art Fair PH and the 3rd...
Mayors of Metro Manila agreed on Wednesday, Feb. 28, to ban e-scooters and e-trikes on major thoroughfares in the National Capital Region (NCR) amid rampant traffic violations and accidents involving the small electric vehicles. The decision was stipulated in a resolution of the Metro Manila...
The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) is optimistic that the Philippines will see an increase in the number of nurses in the country following the launch of the Clinical Care Associates (CCA) Upskilling Program, which aims to address the shortage of nurses locally. File photo The program...
President Marcos believes there is "great potential" in enhancing Philippine-Hawaii cooperation, especially in trade. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. welcomes the Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Honolulu and Honolulu City Council Trade Mission during their courtesy call at the...
FA-50 light fighter jets of the Philippine Air Force fly with a B-52H bomber aircraft of the United States Pacific Air Force for its first ever combined air patrol over the West Philippine Sea on February 19, 2024. (Photo by PAF) The Philippines, through the National Security Council (NSC),...
