WASHINGTON, D.C. —Migrant Workers Secretary Susan Ople has stressed the need to establish a humanitarian corridor in Sudan to safely and promptly evacuate affected Filipinos. She welcomed the news that the United Nations "will be stepping in soon" amid calls for the UN to establish a...
Amid the country’s power crisis, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is eyeing “cutting-edge” micro nuclear fuel technology developed by a United States-based firm that brings safe, clean, and cost-effective electricity to consumers. Meeting of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with...
AVANT GARDENER Yvette Tan Fashion designer and Filipiñana pioneer Patis Tesoro hosted a lunch for Florica Zaharia, PhD; Conservator Emerita of the The Metropolitan Museum of Art and director and co-owner of the Muzeul Textilelor in Romania. The Muzeul Textilelor is the only textile museum in...
In line with its efforts to protect learners, Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte underscored the initiatives by the Department of Education (DepEd) to ensure schools remain a safe environment for learners. DepEd / MB Visual Content Group “In November last year, we launched the...
CEBU CITY -- Bohol Gov. Aris Aumentado welcomed the inclusion of Bohol as one of the 10 safest cities in the Philippines. A list released by a travel website showed that Bohol is one of only three places in the Visayas that are safe to visit. According to travelsafe-abroad.com, the 10 safest cities...
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) lauded the use of "Safe App" by the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), saying it is a crucial crimefighting tool amid the advent of digital technology. The "Safe App" tool was recently launched by the NCRPO, the move is to...
A solo traveler’s guide to stress-free wanderings By MIA DEL ROSARIO-VILLARIN HISTORIC MUSEUM Louvre Museum, Paris, France Safe travels. It’s what’s usually said after the initial “Bon voyage.” Let’s face it, how many times have we heard stories of pickpockets, or valuables stolen, or...
The Metro Pacific Tollways (MPT) South will enforce “Safe Trip Mo, Sagot Ko,” the motorists assistance program on January 1-2, 2023. The “Safe Trip Mo, Sagot Ko” assistance program for Cavitex and C5 Link will be done in partnership with the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) through...
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) has expressed support to President Marcos' call for local government units (LGUs) to have a common set-up of fireworks display areas to ensure public safety this coming New Year. In a press briefing, BFP spokesperson Supt. Analee Atienza said the move is a big...
To those who are ‘Santa’s helpers’ in giving surprises to kids who have been good, here’s a few tips on buying toys that are safe for children. Read labels carefully to check on hazardous chemicals. Check on the toy’s design. Avoid toys with sharp edges as it may harm children. Toys that...
All inmates in the detention facilities manned by the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), especially in areas hit by tropical storm "Florita" are safe, the bureau's top official said on Wednesday, Aug. 24. BJMP chief Director Allan Iral said the initial action they implemented is to...
DOH The Department of Health (DOH) expressed its support to suggestions to legalize the importation of second-hand clothes or popularly known locally as "ukay-ukay" as this will ensure that the products are safe and of quality. DOH Officer-in-Charge Maria Rosario Vergeire made the statement after...
