Habang ipinagdiriwang natin ang Buwan ng Wika ngayong 2024, napapanahon ang pagsuri sa kahalagahan ng pagkakaroon ng pambansang wika, lalo na sa isang multilinggwal na lipunan tulad ng Pilipinas, at kung paano ito makapagpapalakas ng pagsulong ng ekonomiya at magsisilbing pwersa ng pagkakaisasa...
As the nation observes Buwan ng Wika, or National Language Month, it is timely to examine the significance of having a national language, particularly in a diverse, multilingual society like the Philippines, and how it can drive socio-economic progress and serve as a unifying force in...
Senator Loren Legarda on Friday, August 16 emphasized anew the importance of indigenous communities in the very survival of the country’s ecosystem. In her privilege speech delivered on the occasion of National Indigenous Peoples Day, Legarda highlighted the importance of the indigenous...
June saw a wave of eco-conscious initiatives at many SM Supermalls in celebration of Philippine Environment Month, which coincides with World Bicycle Day on June 3, World Environment Day on June 5, and World Oceans Day on June 8. Pedaling for the planet SM Seaside City Cebu celebrates World Bicycle...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) marked National Blood Donor Month on Tuesday, July 16, by signing a Memorandum of Agreement to collaborate on medical and welfare services with 19 organizations, institutions, and government agencies. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Red Cross) “We are...
By Richielyn Canlas To mark this year’s Nutrition Month, the Pasig City local government, together with the Pasig City Nutrition Committee, has prepared and released a calendar of activities aimed at raising awareness about the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN). Photo from Pasig City...
TAYABAS CITY, Quezon – Fourteen babies aged eight to 11-months-old raced against each other in a contest initiated by the city nutrition office that coincided with the 50th Nutrition Month celebration here on Thursday, July 4. A RACE among babies marked Nutrition Month in Tayabas City....
Families were encouraged to create emergency plans for climate-related risks and stayed informed about climate change impacts. The Climate Change Commission (CCC) made the call as it underscored the critical role of climate resilience in safeguarding the Philippines from the escalating impacts of...
Unlike in the past years, many fashion and beauty brands this year have gone silent when it comes to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, as per Business of Fashion. This month, we rarely saw rainbow collections dedicated to pursuing projects for the benefit of queer folks. While there are many...
Drag is an all-encompassing platform. It merges music, movement, comedy, and fashion, among others, in just a single performance. Drag artist go through a painstaking process to hone their craft. But when it comes to style, while many can sew their costumes, others seek the help of designers and...
3km runners take off at the starting line of the 2024 Pride Run at SM by the Bay, SM Mall of Asia Complex The SM by the Bay at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex was transformed into a thrilling, inclusive celebration as SM Supermalls, in collaboration with RunRio, hosted SM Supermalls’ first-ever...
Rowena Guanzon (X) If you're queer and in legal trouble, have no fear, because P3PWD Party-list nominee Rowena Guanzon has your back. Guanzon, a lawyer, is offering free legal advice to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community...
