Malacañang has declared June 24, Thursday, a holiday in the city of Manila in celebration of its 450th founding anniversary. The Manila City Hall clock tower is seen illuminated with colorful lights display (MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) The special non-working holiday in Manila was issued through...
Did she greet him in private or did she intentionally bypass him? These are among questions of fans wondering why Julia Barretto seemingly didn’t post a greeting for her father considering the occasion. While there are others who were quick to defend Julia, noting how it might be because Dennis...
While many families gather together to celebrate their dads this Father’s Day month, this time can be a moment of reminiscence for others as they remember and honor their late fathers. No matter how long a period has passed since their dads have left them, these strong and empowered millennials...
As the world commemorates World Refugee Day on Sunday, June 20, 2021, the Oxfam Philippines has joined other non-government organizations in calling for the immediate end of violence and hostilities in the Bangsamoro region, especially in Sulu, Basilan, Maguindanao and Tawi-Tawi, where armed...
Former vice president Jejomar “Jojo” Binay went sentimental on Fathers’ Day recalling the hardships that he and his father had to go through following the death of his mother. “My mother died when I was seven years old. My father, a government librarian, purchased the small house we were...
Vice President Leni Robredo on Sunday, June 20, remembered her husband, the late Interior secretary Jesse Robredo, in a photo taken of them the last time they celebrated Father’s Day together. Vice President Leni Robredo remembers her husband, the late Interior secretary Jesse Robredo, on...
Growing up, my dad Dioceldo Sy was not always present. I remember being watched over by our caretaker and our grandma, and only seeing Dad occasionally at dinners and when we would travel together for our annual vacations. He was always busy at work, and it was a sacrifice that he had to pursue...
Eric Quizon (Instagram) Actor-director Eric Quizon brought the most delicious food to his father, Comedy King Dolphy, on Father's Day. On Instagram, June 20, Eric said that he brought his dad's favorite Chinese food to his tomb at The Heritage Park in Taguig City. Dolphy, 83, passed away on July...
Communications Secretary Martin Andanar penned a short Father's Day message for his father, former Interior Undersecretary Wencelito Andanar, who passed away early this year. Communications Secretary Martin Andanar and his late father former Interior Undersecretary Wencelito Andanar (Facebook) In a...
Artwork by Ariana Maralit Seeing their children live a fulfilling life is what means the most to these industry leaders. They share the values they impart to their children as part of their upbringing. Sec. Mark Villar and family Mark Villar, Secretary of DPWH I want to teach Emma not to fear...
Makati City Mayor Abigail “Abby” Binay posted an appreciation post on Facebook for her dad, former vice president Jejomar “ Jojo” Binay on Fathers’ Day, June 20. (Photos courtesy of Mayor Abby Binay) Her father campaigned for her in the past elections in spite of the fact that her...
(PIXABAY) The summer solstice will mark the year's longest day and shortest night on Monday, June 21. During this astronomical event, the sun attains its greatest declination of +23.5 degrees and passes directly overhead at noon for all observers at latitude 23.5 degrees North, which is known as...
