OF SUBSTANCE AND SPIRIT It was the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) that sounded the call last weekend for the public to stop wasting rice for there is a great likelihood of a shortage in the commodity. The threat of El Niño on palay production is more serious than initially thought....
Larceny, mystery, and murder abound in these novels, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. They know how to be thought-provoking and offer social commentary, while being entertaining. "Yellowface" by R. F. Kuang This latest novel from the celebrated author of Babel sees Kuang moving away from...
Zack Tabudlo is honored to become the first Filipino artist to join the roster of international acts for the season 2 of Coke Studio global platform together with Blue Jean, Sam Smith, and more (Image by Jessica Pag-iwayan). With his talent and passion for music, Zack Tabudlo, at his young age,...
Seeking to further boost technical vocational education and training (TVET) implementation in the country, top officials from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) recently convened through National Directorate Conference (NDC). Led by TESDA Director General, Secretary...
A once-in-a-lifetime experience is coming your way this August as Metrobank and Bonifacio Global City (BGC) team up to bring the "Wisdom of Da Vinci: An Immersive AI Experience" to Manila. Created by award-winning creative studio OUCHHH, "Wisdom of Da Vinci" is an immersive media exhibit that...
BEYOND BUDGET * * *Assalamu alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.* These past few weeks have been hectic. Aside from doing the usual office tasks, such as attending meetings and budget preparation activities, I was invited to grace, as guest of honor and keynote speaker, three graduation...
OF TREES AND FOREST What is going on with the weather? A few weeks after PAGASA declared the start of the rainy season in the country, soaring and searing temperatures have been experienced not just locally but also the entire world. In the past few days, the heat has been particularly brutal even...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has called on the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to continue its work on nation building and its commitment to combat illicit activities. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (RTVM Screenshot) During the 40th anniversary...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) will repurpose the equipment of 14 molecular laboratories to strengthen the blood facilities across the country. Â (Philippine Red Cross / Manila Bulletin) In a statement on Tuesday, July 11, PRC Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Richard Gordon said the...
ILOILO CITY – MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power) has refunded 20 new customers here, more than a month after it started reimbursing bill deposits. TWENTY new electricity consumers in Iloilo City received a bill deposit refund from MORE Power. (MORE Power) “We implemented this program...
From left: Masipag Art Group (MAG) with their guests of honor Frederick Epsitola (3rd from left), Nemi Miranda, Antipolo Tourism Head Mar Bacani and actor Mon Confiado; Balloon Vendor by Ton Munoz; Gintong Ani by Krister Isip In a world where pop culture superheroes are often celebrated, a group of...
The Antipolo City local government launched a gender sensitivity training program to Rizalenyos as part of its efforts in creating a gender sensitive and conscious environment to its citizens especially the youth. According to Antipolo City Mayor Jun Ynares, 1st year students, faculty, and staff...
