As the country marks Independence Day on Friday, June 12, Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso reminded the youth that freedom comes with responsibility, particularly in an era where opinions can be shared instantly and widely. “Gusto kong ipaalala na ang kalayaan ay hindi libre....
Most of the archipelago will experience partly cloudy to cloudy weather and chances of rain showers and thunderstorms on Independence Day, June 12, due to the southwest monsoon (habagat) and the easterlies, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)...
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte became the first recipient of the Exemplar City Mayor Award, conferred by the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), a distinction recognizing outstanding local chief executives for remarkable governance and leadership....
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Monday, June 8, called on national leaders to set aside political differences and prioritize the welfare of the Filipino people over partisan interests. Speaking during the flag-raising ceremony at Manila City Hall ahead of Independence Day...
President Marcos will push through with his traditional Independence Day activities despite reports of an alleged destabilization plot on June 12, Malacañang said on Monday, June 8. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said in a press briefing that the President...
The Manila Police District (MPD) will deploy personnel and implement road closures and traffic rerouting starting at 2 a.m. on June 12, 2026, as part of security preparations for the 128th Philippine Independence Day celebration. Brig. Gen. Arnold Casingal Santiago, MPD director, said police...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has released pay rules for workers who are either too dedicated to their job or those who have actually no choice but to report on June 12. President Marcos declared June 12 as a regular holiday under Proclamation No. 1006, Series of 2025, and for those...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday, June 5, dismissed claims of an alleged plan to storm Malacañang on Independence Day, saying there is no validated intelligence pointing to any such threat and that security preparations remain routine. Col. Allen Rae Co, chief of PNP public...
Malacañang has warned the public against the “forces of darkness” while saying it could not yet confirm reports of an alleged plot to storm Malacañan on June 12. The Palace issued the statement after veteran broadcaster Ramon Tulfo claimed on social media that intelligence reports discussed...
TACLOBAN CITY – A 12-hour mountain rave festival will be held on Independence Day at La Villa Francisco Resort here. The 12.0 Freedom Fest will feature leading women disc jockeys and artists from Eastern Visayas, Cebu, Manila, and other regions. The event will blend mountain tranquility with...
President Marcos has honored the winners of the float design and festival performance competitions during the celebration of the 126th Independence Day. Marcos acknowledged the extraordinary creativity displayed by the participants, which he said reflects the country 's origins, beliefs,...
Vice President Sara Duterte is back in the Philippines after a personal trip with her family in Malaysia, where she also attended an Independence Day event and met with overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) there. According to a media bulletin from the Office of the Vice President (OVP), Duterte...
