Four senior officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) were designated to higher posts effective Friday, Nov. 5, in yet another round of reshuffle in the organization following the retirement of a police general. Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Guillermo Eleazar (File photo)...
Advocacy group Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) on Thursday, Nov. 4, called on legislators to pass the Education Commission (EDCOM) Bill in the remaining months of the 18th Congress. (ALI VICOY / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) “We have a small window of opportunity to pass the bill before...
An advocacy group on Thursday, Nov. 4, pointed out positive developments in the the education sector this year in spite of the “learning crisis” in the country. Tamulaya Elementary School in Polillo Island prepares for the pilot face-to-face classes starting Nov. 15, 2021 (Photo from DepEd) The...
PAL-Aircraft_316x210px-1 The opening of more domestic gateways and increases in arrival limits for Manila will enable Philippine Airlines (PAL) to add more international flights starting this month, leading up to the peak holiday season. Transport authorities have raised the cap for Manila arrivals...
The PSEi sustained its rally for the third session this week, boosted by positive corporate earnings reports. The main index added 19 points or 0.26 percent to close at 7,203.72 as the Mining and Oil counter bounced back and led the advance across the board. PSE_NEW Volume was steady at 4.69...
A total of 142 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) were vaccinated against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) as its "Bakuna Bus" returned to Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in Kalibo, Aklan, the agency said on Thursday, November 4. In a statement, PRC...
The prolonged community quarantine restrictions took a heavier toll on workers as the number of jobless Filipinos surpassed the four million mark in September, raising the country’s unemployment rate to its highest level since last January. The Philippine Statistics Authority reported on...
A group of teachers on Wednesday, Nov. 3, challenged presidential candidates for the 2020 elections to present an “all-inclusive platform” for education. JOJO RINOZA / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN “We hope these politicians do not consider our teachers as mere voters or operators of...
The Philippine Red Cross continues to provide aid for residents of the province of La Union who were severely affected by Severe Tropical Storm (STS) "Maring", the agency said on Wednesday, November 3. PRC's La Union Chapter distributed food items targeting over 256 families in Bacnotan, La Union...
The local stock market followed through on the previous day’s rally as upbeat investors bought up shares. The main index rose by 78.71 points or 1.11 percent to close at 7,184.72 with the Property sector leading the charge while the Mining and Oil counter was the only one in the red. 43349 Volume...
All necessary measures are currently being taken by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) to ensure unceasing blood services after a fire broke out at the Zamboanga del Sur provincial health office, the agency said Monday, November 1. (Screenshot from the video of Philippine Red Cross Zamboanga del Sur -...
The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra serenades kids dressed in space-themed costumes Last Sunday, in time for Halloween, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) presented “Tricks and Musical Treats: A PPO Family Concert.” Aimed at children and families watching online, the objective of...
