The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) clarified its stand on the supposed interception of BRP Andres Bonifacio (PS-17) by four Chinese vessels while it was patrolling near Panganiban (Mischief) Reef in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) last week. BRP Andres Bonifacio (File photo: BRP Andres Bonifacio FB)...
In a latest flex of its muscle in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), two China Coast Guard (CCG) ships and two Chinese maritime militia vessels sailed close to a Philippine Navy (PN) ship near Panganiban (Mischief) Reef to try intercepting its patrol operations, authorities confirmed Saturday, Feb. 4....
And other memories of our recent and ancient past EXCAVATION SITE The author (right) on an archaeological dig in search of earthenware used for burying the dead The joy and pain of learning is that it never stops. It was only when William, my eldest, now 21, was learning the alphabet that I learned...
CEBU CITY – Various cause-oriented groups urged the government to protect human rights and find solutions to problems currently besetting the country during the commemoration of the 159th birth anniversary of revolutionary leader Andres Bonifacio on Wednesday, Nov. 30. MEMBERS of cause-oriented...
Vice President Sara Duterte expressed hopes that Filipinos would take inspiration from Andres Bonifacio to rekindle their "deep sense of patriotism." Vice President Sara Duterte keynotes the 48th Philippine Business Conference (PBC) and Expo organized by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce (PCCI) at...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Wednesday morning, November 30 called on Filipinos to emulate the heroism of Gat Andres Bonifacio by contributing their share to nation-building. Romualdez made the call as he joined President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. during the commemoration of the 159th...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has called on Filipinos to be "dutiful and law-abiding" citizens as the nation celebrates the 159th birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the commemoration of the 159th birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio...
Andres Bonifacio’s heroism is honored today by the Filipino nation on his 159th birth anniversary. His preeminent stature as a national hero whose birth date is declared a non-working public holiday is anchored on his role as the Father of the Philippine Revolution. His "Monumento" is a popular...
THE VIEWS FROM RIZAL Dr. Jun Ynares Before we honor the great Filipino whose birthday, life and heroism we celebrate today, we would like to pay tribute first to another standout Filipino who gave us “Bonifacio Day.” That Filipino was the late Lope K. Santos – novelist, poet, champion of the...
Andres Bonifacio, one of our national heroes, the founder of the Katipunan society and leader of the Philippine Revolution will be the center of tributes on Nov. 30 as the country marks his birth anniversary with a national holiday. The Bonifacio Shrine or the Kartilya ng Katipunan located within...
BRP Andres Bonifacio (PS-17), a Del Pilar-class offshore patrol vessel, was fielded back to the Western Command (WESCOM) after successfully undergoing mandatory repairs and maintenance checks. (Photo courtesy of Western Command) Vice Adm. Alberto Carlos, commander of WESCOM, inspected BRP Andres...
To commemorate Father’s Day, let us honor some of the pioneers of various fields of excellence in the country Fathers are creatures of essential momentum, propelling not only households but society itself. There are those considered the foundation of the family and, in the bigger picture, pillars...
