"Remember history. History does not repeat itself." Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” F. Zubiri(Alexis Nueva España/Senate PRIB) Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri stressed this as the country commemorates Saturday, Feb. 25 the 1986 EDSA People Power revolution that brought down the regime...
By presidential proclamation, Feb. 25, the EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary, is observed as a special non-working day to enable the citizenry to reflect on its significance. But this year, by virtue of Proclamation No. 167 issued by Malacanang Thursday evening, Feb. 24, 2023 was declared a...
Monuments and shrines that stand along EDSA tell the stories of the four-day peaceful protest rallies that happened 37 years ago, where millions of Filipinos from all walks of life gathered at EDSA, a major thoroughfare of Metro Manila, with a common goal – to bring back democracy. That is now...
It was the end of martial law -- Marie, 24 Let's continue to remind others -- Kennette, 22 It's one of the reasons why we are free -- Charlie, 26 It's a holiday, says Angie, 24, and Reynilyn, 20 It was a commotion -- Daniella, 22 Remembering Ninoy and Cory Aquino -- Annie, 23...
CEBU CITY – Police will be on full alert for two major activities here on Feb. 24 and 25. The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) is gearing up for the 86th Charter Day celebration on Feb. 24 and the 37th anniversary of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution the next day. Lt. Col. Janette Rafter, CCPO...
Advocates of indigenous people's (IP) rights marched to National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) in Quezon City on Monday, Feb. 20, to protest the construction of the New Centennial Water Source - Kaliwa Dam Project (NCWS-KDP). NCWS-KDP is a project proposed by the Metro Manila Waterworks...
ILOILO CITY – The province of Antique commemorated on Saturday, Feb. 11, the 37th anniversary of the assassination of Gov. Evelio Javier. THE people of Antique marked the 37th anniversary of the assassination of Gov. Evelio Javier on Saturday, Feb. 11. (Antique PIO) A simple wreath-laying...
Recognized for her efforts and commitment to speed up the country’s growth, Information and Communications Technology Undersecretary Anna Mae Lamentillo was among Rising Tiger Magazine’s “People to Watch” in 2023. Rising Tigers Magazine's People To Watch 2023 (Photo courtesy of DICT) Upon...
The Philippines drew with second seed Israel, 2-2, in the fifth and penultimate round Friday, Feb. 3, to stay on course for a podium finish in the 1st FIDE Olympiad for People with Disabilities in Belgrade, Serbia. Sander Severino draws his match to help the PH team to a 2-2 standoff in the...
Incoming University of the Philippines (UP) President Angelo A. Jimenez took his "Pledge to the People" in Butuan City on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Incoming University of the Philippines President Angelo A. Jimenez took his oath before Barangay Captain Antonio Masamayor in Mahayahay Elementary School on...
The Philippines ran into a powerhouse Poland and suffered a heartbreaking 2.5-1.5 defeat Thursday, Feb. 2, to slip from a share of the lead to joint third after four rounds in the 1st FIDE Olympiad for People with Disabilities in Belgrade, Serbia. Darry Bernardo provides the lone victory for the PH...
The Philippines smashed host Serbia 2, 3.5-0.5, to remain at the helm with chess giants Poland and India halfway through the 1st FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities in Belgrade on Tuesday, Feb. 1. FIDE Master Sander Severino stayed perfect as he notched his third straight win in the...
