The lack of concern for the needs of the people is the true foe of freedom, President Marcos said on Independence Day as he slammed government officials who abuse their positions and abandon their duties. Speaking at the celebration of the 127th anniversary of Philippine Independence and...
As Vice President Sara Duterte looked back at the sacrifices of the country’s heroes in fighting for freedom, she reminded Filipinos on Thursday, June 12, during the Philippines’ 127th Independence Day celebration to continue to defend the country against oppressors and abusers. ...
President Marcos called on Filipinos to uphold their rights and freedoms through excellence, patriotism, and collective service to the nation as he led the celebration of the 127th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence on Thursday, June 12. In his message, the President...
BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)-6 (Western Visayas) urged employers and participating agencies to hire more job seekers during the Kalayaan Job Fair on June 12 here where more than 10,000 jobs are available. Lawyer Sixto Rodriguez Jr., DOLE-6 regional director, said...
Amid ongoing territorial disputes and broader regional security challenges, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. called on Filipinos to recognize the ongoing responsibility of safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and to contribute actively to peace and progress....
ILOILO CITY – The province of Iloilo is set to defend its crown in the Parada ng Kalayaan (Freedom Day Parade) in Manila in the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration on Thursday, June 12. Similar to last year, the float depicted the Cry of Santa Barbara, the pivotal moment when the...
The southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat,” will bring rain and gusty winds across several areas on Thursday, June 12, which could dampen Independence Day celebrations, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. In its special weather...
More than 72,000 local and overseas job opportunities will open on June 12 through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) job fair held in celebration of Independence Day. DOLE Assistant Secretary Patrick Patriwirawan Jr. said some 800 employers from various industries are expected to...
This year’s celebration of Independence Day becomes even more exciting and meaningful with the opening of the fourth edition of Likha. Spearheaded by the Office of the First Lady, Louise Araneta-Marcos, Likha is a highly anticipated event that celebrates the Philippines’ rich artistry and...
Malacañang has directed all government agencies to support the celebration of the 127th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence from May 28 to June 12, 2025. File photo Memorandum Circular (MC) No. 77, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Feb. 13, mandates all...
BACOLOD CITY – Twelve MassKara Festival dancers from this city traveled to Milan, Italy on Friday, June 28, to perform in the Sandiwa Fiesta Europa’s 126th Philippine Independence Day event this weekend. COUNCILOR Jason Villarosa (left), chairperson of the Committee on Tourism of the Bacolod...
Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan (Rep. Yamsuan’s Facebook) Bicol Saro Party-list Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan is urging the Filipino youth to be “safekeepers” of the valuable lessons from the country’s storied past. In his speech...
