A federation of senior citizens in Quezon City has urged reforms in the Expanded Centenarian Act after a reported six-month delay in releasing the ₱10,000 cash gift for eligible beneficiaries. The United Senior Citizens Associations–Quezon City (USCA-QC), which represents more than 400 senior...
The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) on Friday, July 3, filed before the Sandiganbayan a plunder case, a non-bailable offense, against Senator Rodante Marcoleta over the alleged P75 million in undeclared donations he received while he was still serving as a congressman, along with three separate...
Shopping for Father 's Day can be surprisingly challenging. Dads often insist they don 't need anything, making it difficult to find a gift that feels both meaningful and useful. This year, skip the usual mugs and novelty items and opt for presents he 'll actually enjoy. From...
There’s something special about summer in the Philippines that makes everything feel alive and vibrant. The light lingers longer, the skies stretch endlessly blue, and weekends quickly fill with celebrations, from intimate garden ceremonies and seaside vows to city receptions that spill late into...
You open Facebook and suddenly see “Happy Mother’s Day to the best mom in the world.” Then another post. Then another. Then panic. Because, despite all the tarpaulins, FB reminders, text promos, and the ubiquitous advertisements splashed on EDSA billboards, you just somehow missed that it is...
There is always the pressure to look for something grand on Mother’s Day. But more often than not, it’s the smaller, more thoughtful gifts that leave a lasting impression. It’s the picks that become part of her routine—a cream she reaches for each morning, a lipstick she keeps in her bag, a...
February, the month of love, is the perfect excuse to show affection for a partner, a friend, or yourself. After all, self-love deserves just as much attention. If you’re looking for beauty gifts that feel thoughtful without stretching your budget, we’ve curated a tried-and-tested lineup of...
February is widely known as the Love Month. For Gen Zs, however, romance goes beyond grand gestures and expensive gifts. It is more about intention, creativity, and shared experiences. If you are looking for Valentine’s gift ideas that feel thoughtful without trying too hard, these picks might...
In Filipino households, love expresses itself in the quiet rituals of everyday living: the table set with care, the scent that greets you at the door, and the meals prepared not just to nourish but to comfort. Homemakers have long been the keepers of these moments, weaving warmth into ordinary days...
DAVAO CITY – Over 30, 000 people from different walks of life received gift packs during the annual gift-giving activity of the Duterte family at their old residence in Barangay Bangkal here on Christmas Day. Vice President Sara Duterte graced the event known as “Pahalipay sa Taal.” The Davao...
The Department of Education (DepEd), led by Secretary Sonny Angara, actively participated in the nationwide rollout of the Balik Sigla, Bigay Saya Pamaskong Handog ng Presidente Year 4, a Christmas gift-giving initiative spearheaded by the Office of the President. The main program, held at the...
Metrobank has long been a financial institution that champions learning, and this time, it’s teaching Filipinos the art of starting early. In a recent event, the bank invited media guests to the art of furoshiki—the Japanese tradition of gift-wrapping—where every fold, every knot, and every...
