Stringent security measures, including a gun ban and the exercise of maximum tolerance, are in place for President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s inauguration on Thursday, June 30 at the National Museum, according to the Manila Police District (MPD). Photo courtesy of Ali Vicoy /...
Various groups in the Philippines publicly condemned the National Telecommunications Commission’s (NTC) order for internet providers to block websites that are allegedly “affiliated, linked, and supporting terrorist organizations.” (Karapatan / Manila Bulletin) Among the groups who denounced...
Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa, chairman of the Senate public order and dangerous drugs committee, on Thursday, June 23 welcomed the decision of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to block the websites perceived to be affiliated to the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP)- New...
Recognizing the importance of sports in education, outgoing Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones urged the incumbent and incoming officials of the National Academy of Sports (NAS) to continue providing programs to help student-athletes hone their physical skills while being academically...
The seniors of National University knew that they are up for something big heading into the UAAP Season 84. NU Lady Bulldogs (UAAP Media Bureau) Confidence is one thing to keep in mind, but having a champion's mindset kept Princess Robles, Jen Nierva, and Ivy Lacsina believe that the Lady Bulldogs...
Outgoing Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Thursday said the order of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to block access to over 20 websites has a legal basis under the anti-terror law if these platforms are involved in financing the activities of the Communist Party of the...
The confidence and strength that the National University Lady Bulldogs possess were greatly influenced by their sheer talent and the unbreakable bond they have formed since the juniors' level. NU Lady Bulldogs (UAAP Media Bureau) NU, with most of the players formerly handled by multi-titled high...
Eight feast masses will be celebrated at the National Shrine of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in San Antonio Village, Makati City, on Friday, June 24, in celebration of the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. (SACRED HEART OF JESUS) The holy masses will be held at 6 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m.,...
Senator Grace Poe on Thursday, June 23 criticized the delays in the printing and delivery of the National ID designed to provide Filipino people a valid proof of identity in one card. Poe said the long wait of six months to over a year to get the ID is "unjustifiable." She emphasized that the...
The restriction of several websites that are being linked by the government to the Communist Party of the Philippines – New People’s Army – National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) is “a win” for the Philippines, outgoing National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon Jr. declared Wednesday,...
(MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) Department of Health (DOH) Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire will soon lead the National Covid-19 Vaccination Operations Center (NVOC), the state health agency announced on Wednesday, June 22. In a statement, the DOH said that Health Secretary Francisco Duque III...
The National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (Namfrel) has designated Angel Averia Jr. as its Acting National Chairperson. Photo Namfrel FB This following the resignation of their National Chairperson Augusto Lagman. In a statement, Namfrel said, Averia known as "Lito" in the IT community,...
