SEPAKU, Indonesia -- Indonesia celebrated its first independence day at its future capital in the ancient rainforests of eastern Borneo on Wednesday as the nation plans a move away from slowly sinking, traffic-clogged Jakarta. Indonesian President Joko Widodo (R) and First Lady Iriana (L) attend a...
NEW DELHI, India -- India marked the 75th anniversary of independence on Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi giving a speech from Delhi's historic Red Fort, which was decorated with portraits of freedom fighters and guarded by mechanical elephants. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (C)...
For the youth with big dreams and ambitions for their society, country, and the world, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto said they should be prepared, and surround themselves with like-minded individuals in order to be agents of positive change. Photo from the Local Youth Development Office of Pasig City...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) joins the country's annual celebration of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) month this August with the theme "Upholding IHL as We Recover from the Pandemic: Bayanihan to Reduce the Suffering in Armed Conflict Toward Advancing the Gains of Peace and Reconciliation."...
Apparently, the planet is rotating faster than usual Do you still remember what you did on June 29? Well, if you feel like time wasn’t enough that day then you’re correct. In fact, the Earth recorded its shortest day on that date ever since the invention of the atomic clock. Photo by NASA...
The youth sector comprises one-third of the Philippine population and according to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the country has one of the youngest populations in Southeast Asia. Today, as we celebrate International Youth Day 2022, Lenovo is partnering with youth organizations...
The younger population plays a pivotal role in developing the country, the Philippine Air Force (PAF) said Friday, August 12, as it joined the global celebration of the International Youth Day. POLICEMEN and youths dance in a "Zumba for a Cause" event for flood victims in Banaue, Ifugao. (File...
Vice President Sara Duterte spoke of expanding bilateral ties and natural resource development with Singapore during its 57th National Day. Vice President Sara Duterte speaks during the 57th Singapore National Day celebration at Hyatt Hotel in Taguig City on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022. (Photo from Inday...
The celebration of the National Indigenous Peoples Day is a chance for the nation to know more about the key role of the indigenous peoples in preserving the country's culture, Malacañang said. (Photo courtesy of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples) Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles...
In recognition of the significant contributions of Filipino Baptists in the country, Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go has welcomed the enactment of a bill declaring every second Thursday of January as National Baptist Day, proclaiming it as a special working holiday. “Lahat po tayo...
The medical doctor who shot dead former Lamitan, Basilan Mayor Rosita Furigay and two others at the Ateneo de Manila University on July 24 is now being subjected to Covid-19 quarantine protocols at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-run facility. This was confirmed on Sunday...
Acer Day 2022 Manifesto Video Launch on August 3 The annual Acer Day celebration is back and will feature a special line-up of performances, sales promotions, rewards, and activities for everyone to enjoy! This year’s theme, ‘Make Your Green Mark’, highlights Acer’s care for the environment...
