The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, September 15, announced two remarkable educators as part of the second batch of its DepEd Heroes Program, a recognition initiative that highlights the courage, dedication, and innovative spirit of public school teachers, personnel, and education...
DAVAO CITY – Acting Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II urged Filipinos to embody heroism in their daily lives as this city celebrated National Heroes Day at Quezon Park on Monday, Aug. 25. Duterte reminded the public that the liberties enjoyed today were secured through the ultimate sacrifice of...
ZAMBOANGA CITY -- Mayor Khymer Olaso honored historic and modern heroes on National Heroes Day on Monday, Aug. 25, at Plaza Rizal here. In his message, Olaso asked Zamboanga City residents to be guided by their actions and values to make a significant contribution in building a progressive and...
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. downplayed recent Chinese maritime exercises near Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, saying the activities are nothing out of the ordinary and will not deter the Philippines from asserting its rights in the West Philippine Sea...
President Marcos marked National Heroes Day with a call for Filipinos to confront corruption and deceit, stressing the duty to prepare the next generation to defend the country’s freedom. In his speech during the National Heroes Day commemoration at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City on...
The country marked National Heroes Day on Monday, August 25, with top defense, security, and peace officials urging Filipinos to keep alive the spirit of patriotism exemplified by those who fought for freedom while recognizing modern-day heroes who continue to serve the nation in different fields....
CAVITE – Tricycle drivers in Rosario, considered by residents as modern-day heroes of commuters, were treated to two liters of gasoline each in celebration of National Heroes Day on Monday, Aug. 25. Rosario Public Information Officer Sid Samaniego told the Manila Bulletin that the initiative...
Lieutenant General Antonio G. Nafarrete, called “Toto” by his peers, never dreamed of becoming a soldier. Unlike many of his classmates at the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) who had long envisioned themselves in uniform, his journey into the armed forces was more of an unexpected turn than...
President Marcos hailed modern-day heroes as the country commemorated National Heroes’ Day, stressing that nation-building is a “constant and unrelenting endeavor” that calls for the service of every generation. In his message for the occasion, the President underscored that new heroes...
In a country where teachers and parents often work behind the scenes, the Department of Education (DepEd) is shining a light on the unsung heroes of learning. With the strong backing of the Marcos administration, DepEd on Friday, August 15, officially announced the launch of a national recognition...
Private sector workers are set to receive additional pay for reporting on Ninoy Aquino Day, Aug. 21, and National Heroes Day, Aug. 25, under the holiday pay guidelines issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said President Ferdinand...
President Marcos urged Filipinos to honor the sacrifices of those who fought for the nation's freedom as the country marked the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Manila on Saturday, Feb. 22. Malacañang photos In his speech at the Manila American Cemetery, the President said it was the...
