After being called out by netizens, the spokesperson of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday, Feb.18, explained why the main building of the poll body’s facade light up “red and green” at night. Comelec Spokesperson James B. Jimenez (File photo by Ali Vicoy) The red and green are...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has finally approved the application of the Association of Major Religious Superiors in the Philippines (AMRSP) to change its name. CMSP The official Certificate of Registration for the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines (CMSP) was released...
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Roy Cimatu has resigned from his post citing "health reasons," Malacañang announced Friday, Feb. 18. 66893 "Malacañang confirms the resignation of Roy Cimatu as secretary of the DENR due to health reasons," Cabinet secretary and...
To inspire more young girls to venture into the field of science, the Department of Education (DepEd) recognized outstanding Filipina scientists. “I am proud of the women who continue to uphold gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls involved in the field of science,” said...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) has reminded its pensioner of the Annual Confirmation of Pensioners' Program (ACOP) deadline next month. In a statement, Aurora C. Ignacio, SSS president and chief executive officer said on Friday, Feb. 18, said all pensioners who have not yet complied with...
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) brought in facial recognition biometric technology into its scholarship registration and attendance system. TESDA SECRETARY ISIDRO LAPEÑA (MANILA BULLETIN) With this, TESDA said that it will now have a better perspective in ensuring...
Upper row (from left): Peter Bravo (President, Intele Builders & Development Corp.), Riza Oben Dormiendo (beauty queen/businesswoman), Marissan Belangel-Conche (beauty queen businesswoman), Ginevive Antigua Louw Elite (Mrs. Philippines International 2021/beauty queen) and Arjo Atayde (actor);...
The Philippines will soon launch its maiden $500-million green bonds in the offshore debt markets to help raise funds for the country’s clean energy projects and other sustainable initiatives, the Department of Finance (DOF) announced. Finance Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III said in a statement...
Presidential candidate Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Friday, Feb. 18 said Filipino inventors must be given all necessary support as they could bring the Philippines shoulder to shoulder with other countries in terms of technological innovations. Presidential candidate Bongbong Marcos...
Manlilikha ng Bayan (National Living Treasure) awardee Ambalang Ausalin, or more commonly known as Apuh Ambalang in the weaving community, passed away early in the morning of Feb. 18 due to a lingering illness. Her demise was confirmed by Lamitan City Mayor Rose Furigay and a tribute by the...
Arci Muñoz may not be as visible here of late but that is not to say she has been idle. The actress-singer is actually busy attending various functions abroad. Just recently, she was sighted at New York Fashion Week. The 33-year-old walked the ramp for the international brand, Hekka. She also...
The Department of Finance (DOF) lauded the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for making significant strides in improving the ease of doing business in the Philippines through its digital transformation. In his report to DOF Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III, SEC Chairperson Emilio B. Aquino...
