A 20-year-old construction worker was injured after his drinking buddy hit him with a bottle of gin during their drinking session in Barangay 309, Quiapo, Manila on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The Manila Police District (MPD) identified the suspect as alias Ronaldo, 42, also a construction worker. Based on...
A 27-year-old man was stabbed dead while trying to intervene in a fight between his drinking companions during a birthday celebration in Antipolo on Monday night, July 28. The Antipolo Component City Police Station (CCPS) identified the victim as “Giovanni.” Authorities said the victim engaged...
Taking care of your health starts with what’s on your plate. Eating well is one of the most effective ways to stay strong, prevent disease, and maintain a good quality of life. In a time when fast and processed foods dominate, turning to simple, plant-based meals can be a powerful step toward...
In a startling projection for 2025, insurance provider Willis Towers Watson anticipates an 18.3 percent rise in medical insurance costs in the Philippines. Consumer spending on healthcare here by 2029 is also forecast to reach 10.4 billion USD, or around ₱578 billion, according to Statista. These...
Consuming less than what we produce without putting the world at stake helps sustain our shared home. Be mindful of consumption habits and conserve what’s left. These goals gun for one objective—to help the Earth regain its natural balance. But did you know that sustainability isn’t limited...
On its second edition, the Manila Bulletin Sustainability Focus Session gathered industry key officials and experts from the health sector to discuss developments and solutions in the delivery of primary healthcare in the country. In a video message, Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Teodoro...
A nation's progress hinges on the wellbeing of its people, yet the Philippine healthcare system continues to face critical challenges. Access to essential medical services remains difficult, especially for low-income families who shoulder healthcare costs out of pocket. Compounding this situation...
Vice President Sara Duterte (Photo courtesy of OVP) The back-and-forth between the House of Representatives and Senate continues, as two members of prosecution team against Vice President Sara Duterte argue that the Senate can begin her impeachment...
Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero said on Sunday, February 23 that the Senate cannot hold a special session on its own. Escudero said this in an interview on Radio DZBB, in response to Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III's recent statement wherein he stated that the Senate...
Even if the two houses of Congress agree to convene for a special session, Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero said on Saturday, Feb. 8 that the impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte still cannot proceed. The Senate on Wednesday, February 5 adjourned its plenary session without...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., can call for a special session of the Congress to tackle the impeachment bid against Vice President Sara Duterte. Former Senate president Franklin Drilon pointed this out in light of the Senate’s receipt of the Articles of Impeachment during...
Baguio City has always served as the go-to vacation spot for most of us to cool down and escape the tropical heat, earning it the title as the Summer Capital of the Philippines. Temperatures in the beloved destination can go as low as 15°C during the cool season. It’s also home to a...
