The Philippines ' neighbors in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and key international partners joined the country on Friday, June 12, in celebrating its 128th Independence Day, reaffirming support for Manila 's leadership and highlighting growing cooperation across the...
Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon said freedom should be used for the good of others and the nation as he led the celebration of the 128th Independence Day on June 12. Biazon, together with Rep. Jaime Fresnedi, marked Independence Day with a wreath-laying ceremony at the statue of national hero Jose...
Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday, June 12, urged Filipinos to choose truth, accountability, and hope as the nation marked the 128th Philippine Independence Day, warning that corruption, abuse of power, and weak governance threaten the freedoms won through the sacrifices of past generations....
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to draw inspiration from the nation’s heroes, uphold the responsibilities that come with freedom, and work together for the common good as the country commemorated the 128th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence on Friday,...
As the nation marks the 128th Philippine Independence Day, SM Supermalls and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) are strengthening their long-standing partnership by bringing employment opportunities closer to Filipinos through simultaneous job fairs nationwide. This June 12, SM and DOLE...
Quezon City will enforce heightened security as the police district deploys 2,654 personnel to maintain peace during the 128th Philippine Independence Day on June 12. To bolster the deployment, 147 force multipliers and 106 personnel from partner agencies will be stationed in key areas across the...
The San Juan City government commemorated the bravery and courage of Filipinos who fought for the country 's independence during the 129th Araw ng Pinaglabanan on Saturday, Aug. 30, calling upon Filipinos to be united in building a stronger and more resilient nation. San Juan City Mayor...
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...
By Alex Amansec This Monday, June 12, marks the 125th year of Philippine independence. As we celebrate our freedom, it’s always important to honor the valiant Filipino spirit that got us to where we are today. From national heroes to superheroes to ordinary citizens, here are seven films you can...
Philippine flag (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) The House of Representatives has unanimously passed on third and final reading the measure that seeks to declare Aug. 1 of every year a special working holiday. Embodied in House Bill (HB) No.7986, the measure seeks to commemorate an important...
The Global Fiipino_mural by Filipino Artist Emmanuel "Manny" Garibay “Malayong lupain, amin mang marating, di rin magbabago ang damdamin." Borrowing from the hymn of the University of the Philippines, the various celebrations commemorating the 124th anniversary of the declaration of Philippine...
On June 12, 1898, a public reading of the Philippine Declaration of Independence in Cavite el Viejo (modern-day Kawit) proclaimed the archipelago a sovereign nation. This revolutionary event was followed by the first public performance of “Lupang Hinirang” (“Chosen Land”), the Philippine...
