CCP’s Philippine Ballet Theater brings the holiday classic to the virtual world Traditions during the holiday span beyond the dishes that are served on the table or the sprucing of one’s home. For some, the season calls for people to gather and savor art. There’s the yearly Metro Manila Film...
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has conducted relief operations to regions affected by Typhoon “Odette” as part of its “bayanihan” efforts this holiday season. Photo from PEZA “Christmas doesn’t just happen in one day. Every day is an opportunity for us to help our...
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) said on Monday, Dec. 27, that it is hoping that the Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. (PHAPi) president will rethink its scheduled "PhilHealth Holiday" from Jan. 1 to Jan. 5 next year. (PhilHealth / MANILA BULLETIN) "We...
The local stock market managed to rise after trading weaker in the morning as few investors still trading start positioning for 2022. The PSEi hiked 72.94 points or 1.02 percent to close at 7,254.80 as the Financials and Services sectors led the advance although the Industrial counter retreated....
The Philippine Army (PA) has coordinated with the Philippine National Police (PNP) after three of its active personnel were tagged in a shooting spree in Taguig City on Christmas Day which resulted in the wounding of six civilians. Philippine Army seal (Photo: Philippine Army) “The personnel...
For this short trading week, the local stock market is seen to experience thin volumes as investors both here and overseas are still on holiday. “Soft trading activity is expected for the last trading week of the year, as participants take their time to mull strategies—both in the past and...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) said Sunday, Dec. 26, that it sent more water tankers and water bladders to areas ravaged by Typhoon "Odette." (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) "Above anything else, the people in Siargao need clean water! Without clean water, various diseases can spread. I'm sending...
The Philippine Paralympic team The Philippine Paralympic Committee (PPC) plans its athletes to resume training next month in anticipation for the 11th ASEAN Para Games. This development came after Indonesia proposed to take over the hosting duties after Vietnam withdrew due to pandemic concerns,...
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...
Around 130,000 to 140,000 passengers passed through various seaports nationwide in time for the Christmas Day celebration, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Saturday, Dec. 25. Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Art Tugade visits the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) as PCG personnels...
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) announced that, effective January 1, 2022, the merger with BPI Family Savings Bank (BFSB), its wholly owned thrift bank subsidiary officially takes effect. Under the merger, parent company BPI is the surviving entity, as approved by its shareholders and...
Filipino fishermen in Honolulu, Hawaii felt the spirit of Christmas even away from home when the Philippine Consul General in the city visited them to hand over some Christmas gifts. (Photo courtesy of the Philippine Consul General in Honolulu) A consulate team led by Philippine Consul General...
