REFLECTIONS TODAY Kings and rulers in Israel were supposed to be shepherds of the nation, watching over and caring for the people. But this is not true of Herod Antipas, the tetrarch of Galilee, who was living in lavish pomp and who persecuted John the Baptist. In contrast, Jesus is presented here...
First Lady Louise "Liza" Araneta-Marcos was one of the dignitaries who graced the 123rd founding anniversary celebration of the Manila Bulletin at the Manila Hotel on Thursday, Feb. 2. First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos joins Manila Bulletin executives as they raise a toast to Manila Bulletin's 123rd...
A coalition is pushing for the expansion of the school voucher system which will pave the way for students to have a choice in their education. (File photo / Manila Bulletin) In a press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 1, Student First Coalition discussed the importance of giving Filipino students a...
The Climate Change Commission (CCC) and First Gen Corporation (First Gen) have forged ties to capacitate local government units (LGUs) in mainstreaming climate change and accessing the People's Survival Fund (PSF). Photo from the Climate Change Commission The ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of...
Today, Jan. 25, 2023, is the 90th birth anniversary of Maria Corazon “Cory” Sumulong Cojuangco-Aquino who served as the 11th President of the Republic of the Philippines from Feb. 25, 1986 to June 30, 1992. She opposed then President Ferdinand E. Marcos, Sr. in a hotly contested snap election...
First Lady Araneta-Marcos has "zero" involvement in the appointment process of the present administration, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos arrive from Davos, Switzerland on Jan. 21, 2023. (Noel Pabalate) In...
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos has had enough of allegations of her involvement in the appointment process of the present administration, warning that those using her name may not get the position they desire if they continue doing so. First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos (Liza Marcos Facebook page) In a...
There is great confusion and frustration right now in the first district of Zamboanga del Norte due to the absence of a duly-elected congressman over seven months after the May polls were held. (PPAB) The supposed winner of the congressional seat race, Rep. Romeo Jalosjos Jr., has been removed from...
A Filipino envoy has received the highest award that the government of the United Arab Emirates confers on diplomats in recognition of her contributions in promoting bilateral ties. Philippine Ambassador to UAE Hjayceelyn Quintana was awarded the Medal of Independence of the First Order from...
After emphasizing the spirit of love and hope this holiday season, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. renewed his call for unity as Filipinos celebrate Christmas. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Twitter screenshot/Office of the President) In a video message, Marcos, in wishing...
The Philippines would not suffer a sharp economic slowdown next year due to strong domestic consumption, First Metro Investment Corp. (FMIC) and the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) said in a joint report. In the December issue of the Market Call, FMIC and UA&P said the ongoing...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Today’s Gospel narrates the birth and the naming of John the Baptist. Both Elizabeth and Zechariah want their son to be named John despite the fact that there is no one in their family who is called by this name. When asked by their relatives, the dumb Zechariah writes on a...
