Press freedom remains alive and well in the country, Malacañang said in trying to dispel a report that tagged President Duterte as among the so-called press freedom predators. President Rodrigo Duterte delivers a speech during the ceremonial signing of bills in Malacañang on June 24, 2021....
Medium Rare Jullie Y. Daza On Independence weekend, no less. Time to snap the chains and proclaim liberation from the illegal imposition of indefinite prison terms on persons whose only crime is their age. The sky was blue, alternating with clouds of medium and opaque thicknesses, the simplicity of...
The spirit of independence is still on a high. Celebrate it by discovering and supporting the beauty of our country We must understand that ‘responsible travel’ is not defined as stopping development or staying home. Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Jacinto, Restituto Javier, Guillermo Masangkay,...
The promise of freedom with COVID-19 vaccination Dr. Edsel Maurice T. Salvana Among the most impacted segments of the population during this COVID-19 pandemic are the elderly and the children. After the first enhanced community quarantine from last year was lifted, the propensity of COVID-19 to...
President Duterte has expressed hope that the Philippines can overcome the challenges brought by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as he joined Filipinos in celebrating Independence Day. President Rodrigo Duterte (Malacañang photo) Duterte made the statement as the country commemorated the...
Are we truly free? Independence Day celebrations have become rather dull over the past years. This year, sadly, is no exemption, especially since the country’s holiday of holidays fell on a weekend—effectively removing the last thing most people look forward to every June 12, which is not...
Celebrate Independence Day by bringing a cup of joy to medical frontliners Freedom of Espresso campaign of Tim Hortons Philippines In every war tale, there must be a hero or group of heroes to fight for freedom and independence. As tragic as they may seem, these stories brought the best among...
Which vaccines work best for which variants? Dr. Edsel Maurice T. Salvana As the Philippines surpasses five million vaccine doses administered, the rate of vaccination continues to accelerate and there is real progress in rolling back the pandemic. Countries that have vaccinated a significant...
ENDEAVOR Sonny Coloma In 2006, Gawad Kalinga (GK) launched Bayani Challenge (or Hero Challenge), an annual activity held during the summer vacation months, to mobilize and engage the youth in community-building activities and provide them a concept of nationhood: “a five-day test of courage,...
Concerned about the safety and welfare of the people, President Duterte issued a stern warning to Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) against committing acts of violence that harm the innocent population. President Duterte delivers a public address on May 13, 2021 (Malacañang) The...
There is "no reason to stay" if the government is unable to provide peace and security for the people, according to President Duterte. President Duterte delivers a speech during a visit to a military camp in Maguindanao on May 11, 2021 (Malacañang) In his visit to Maguindanao Tuesday, the...
President Duterte has warned of ordering an all-out military offensive against the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) if local officials could not help the government quell the latest threat to peace and security in the south. President Duterte delivers address during a visit to a military...
