Organizers of events that will draw a crowd in Quezon City must inform the local government about their activities five days prior to their scheduled dates to prevent further spread of COVID-19. QC Mayor Joy Belmonte This came after Mayor Joy Belmonte issued the latest guidelines for the city as it...
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reiterated Friday, May 28, that punong barangays (PBs) or barangay captains play a major part in preventing mass gathering activities amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. DILG Secretary Eduardo Año (Photo courtesy of DILG)...
Following the President Duterte's order, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) vowed on Thursday, May 27 to have the barangay captains arrested in addition to being suspended for failure to stop mass gathering activities in their areas in the midst of the pandemic. In an interview...
Plagued by connectivity issues, Art Fair’s virtual vernissage was a reminder that online art shows just don’t cut it It was an exciting evening, receiving a VIP pass to the online vernissage for this year’s Art Fair. One of the country’s largest gathering of art galleries, the event used to...
Two Colombian farmers recently broke the Guinness World Record after growing a massive mango that weighs 9.36 pounds, taking the title of the world’s heaviest from a 7.57-pound mango grown in the Philippines in 2009. German Orlando Novoa Barrera and Reina Maria Marroquin, who grew the mango...
Bouquets, chocolates, and personalized tokens. These are the most common mother’s day gifts that are available in the market. But if you’re looking to create a more meaningful gesture that will surely make mom smile, try making a container garden just for her! Start by buying a large...
Food has always been an important part of Philippine culture. Not only does it help define a particular culture and heritage from a certain point in the country, but it also connects people and bridges their differences. To celebrate food and the role they play in Filipino culture and heritage, the...
African Swine Fever (ASF) has caused significant damage and alarm to the Philippine hog industry since its first reported case in the country in September 2019. In the succeeding years, it has brought massive losses to hog raisers as the virus continues to spread. Seeing the damages of the...
Harboring over 52,000 described species of flora and fauna, the Philippines is one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world. It is rich in various ecosystems that provide food, shelter, and other economic benefits for millions of people. Forests are among these valuable ecosystems that...
President Duterte seems to be back to his regular, pre-pandemic programming as he starts to attend more and more public engagements despite the threat of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) still present in the country. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte (KARL NORMAN ALONZO/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO / MANILA...
This Tiktoker gives the rundown, in case you need it There is no denying that the influence of Korean culture in the Philippines is pretty major. From beauty brands and the meals we eat to our taste in entertainment, things having that Korean touch is always a guaranteed hit. For Filipino...
By Yvette Tan Plantitos and plantitas rejoice! Another exhibit and expo has arrived to whet the appetites of new and experienced ornamental plant collectors. Called "Collections and Creations,” the plant fair will feature curated blooms and greens from Boyet Ganigan and Dr. Jae Silvestre of Arid...
