Japan has released Y10 billion (approximately P4.6 billion) to the Government of the Philippines the final tranche of the Post Disaster Standby Loan Phase 2 (PDSL 2) to supplement the country’s response to catastrophes and health emergencies such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “I hope this...
Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) bound for Hong Kong (HK) need only to present Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ)-issued vaccination certificates to gain entry to the Chinese special administrative region. (Photo by Jamie Street/ Unsplash) According to Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary...
Organizers of the Miss Universe Philippines 2021 pageant announced the top 50 delegates who will advance to the competition. "Universe, meet our Top 50 delegates!," the MUPh wrote on Instagram. "We’ve seen them showcase their pasarela skills and beauty from the Runway and Casting Video...
Herd immunity in the whole country may not be achieved by the end of the year, an official from the University of the Philippines (UP) said Sunday, August 22. (MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) "Ngayon, kung titignan, nasa 11 percent to 12 percent po ang ating mga fully vaccinated... Kung titignan natin...
Maureen Wroblewitz German-Filipino model and actor Maureen Wroblewitz from Pangasinan got a bit emotional when she won the latest challenge for Miss Universe Philippines 2021 as she dedicates her achievements to her late mother. On Instagram, Maureen shared childhood photos of her family....
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) finally identified Friday, Aug. 20, all 50 soldiers who perished in the tragic C-130 military plane crash in Patikul, Sulu more than six weeks since the tragedy struck. BURNING AIRCRAFT. A Philippine Airforce C-130H aircraft carrier crashes in Patikul, Sulu...
As Filipino culture becomes more popular overseas, young Filipinos are at the forefront, er, back office of this push, making sure our voice is heard or—better yet—understood HOW DO YOU SAY P*NYETA? This scene from the film Heneral Luna is a perfect example of English reading clunkier than a...
This promising young singer and songwriter is someone to keep an eye on EYES CAPTIVATING 'Foolish' music video art One of the best feelings on earth is coming across a song and feeling like the lyrics came right out of your own head. Isabel Lerma writes and performs in hopes that she can provide...
President Duterte thanked China for the latest donation of Sinopharm vaccines against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) that can sustain the country's fight against the pandemic. President Duterte expresses gratitude to China for the latest donation of coronavirus vaccines during a virtual...
The United Sugar Producers Federation (UNIFED) is opposing the proposed molasses importation of the Ethanol Producers Association of the Philippines’ (EPAP). In a statement, UNIFED President Manuel Lamata said this proposal by EPAP was already thumbed down by members of the Bioethanol...
The head of the League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP) emphasized Friday, August 20, that it would be the best option for local government units (LGUs) to rely on the guidance of the National Task Force (NTF) Against COVID-19 and Department of Health (DOH) in purchasing their supply of...
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of China have jointly launched a partnership project with the Department of Health (DOH) to assist the Philippines in improving the health waste management system in the country. UNDP Philippines Resident Representative Selva...
