As the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases continue to rise in the country, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has deployed some of its personnel in Metro Manila to assist in the swab testing of people suspected to be carrying the deadly virus. A member of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Task Group...
Photo taken at Cawayan Elementary School in Irosin, Sorsogon on Dec. 1, 2021. (Courtesy of OSDS - DepEd Sorsogon Province Official) After receiving multiple performance awards in December, the Department of Education (DepEd) assured that it would continue its efforts for the education sector and...
While the ongoing COVID-19 crisis still affects the deployment of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), the current demand for sea-based workers is almost up to the pre-pandemic levels, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) said. (Photo from Unsplash) OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac...
Chef Budgie Montoya presents contemporary takes on signature Filipino dishes with his ‘authentic flavors delivered proudly inauthentically’ philosophy What is that thing that continues to spread around the world and takes down as many people as it can during its rampage? Filipino cuisine....
PH Embassy in Japan promotes Dr. Jose Rizal’s life, work, and values through a Japanese graphic novel To commemorate the 125th anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal, the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo unveiled a special addition to its Sentro Rizal Library—copies of the first manga...
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) has welcomed the recent signing of a law creating a new government agency for migrant workers, adding that it is set to form a transition committee to prepare for its implementation. (FILE PHOTO) POEA Administrator Bernard Olalia said the...
Why I helped create a modern gifting experience that champions local Filipino products By Ieth Inolino Idzerda THE NEW BALIKBAYAN BOX Mithi & Co. features artisanal and locally sourced products directly available to your loved ones in the Philippines. We want your family and friends to...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is currently investigating other reports of quarantine breach as another returning overseas Filipino was nabbed for skipping mandatory isolation. Authorities learned of what she did after she posted it on her social media account. (Photo from Pixabay) Tourism...
EDITORS DESK Ramon Bonilla In a year that was predominant of bad news, with the end this ordeal not in sight, it was the sportsmen—many of them— that lifted up the spirits of Filipinos that are longing for inspiration, something that went missing when the coronavirus pandemic caught us...
The season of holiday feasts lasts way beyond Christmas and New Year, stretching the household cook’s imagination and ability to turn holiday leftovers into appetizing new meals. Many Filipino party favorites are good ingredients for recipes that sometimes turn out better than the original....
UDD proposes a toast to new beginnings UDD4 On the morning of Dec. 26, UDD officially announced through its Facebook page that its frontman, Armi Millare, is parting ways with the band. In their post, the Alternative/Indie band says, “We thank her for sharing her talent and artistry in the songs...
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) should retain the depiction of the country’s national heroes in Philippine currency in recognition of their bravery and invaluable contribution to the country’s rich history and culture. Senator Richard Gordon made the call on Sunday, as he opposed the...
