As the country’s power supply is still at its wobbly state, the Department of Energy (DOE) guaranteed that it will conscientiously monitor the overall operations of the power grid so consumers can be alerted on any service interruptions and for relevant industry players to correspondingly sort...
REFLECTIONS TODAY As we begin the Holy Week, we look back to Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. We received ashes from what we have burned of the palms of the previous year. Today we have fresh palms in our hands—a reminder of the new life that we have after the Lenten journey. We have...
PEACE-MAKER Losing friends is a heart-wrenching experience that leaves us grappling with profound grief. Each loss is unique, leaving behind a distinct imprint on our hearts and minds. The passing of friends reminds us of the fragility of our existence and the impermanence of the relationships we...
HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE: OUR NEW ABNORMAL Now that a few weeks have passed, we can talk about it with less passion or frustration. What am I referring to? I want to touch on the Taylor Swift Eras tour, and whether we have any right to complain or bi_ _h about the “fait accompli” of...
The Philippines has called on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to exercise its jurisdiction on climate issues amid questions on the obligation of states concerning climate change. (L-R) Associate Solicitor Mary Rose Beley-Arnesto, Ambassador J. Eduardo Malaya and State Solicitor Rowena F....
The international community did not go silent on Saturday, March 23, when Chinese troops made yet another water cannon attack on a Philippine vessel traversing the West Philippine Sea. China’s Coast Guard fired water cannon on resupply ship Unaizah May 4 while traversing the waters off...
ILOILO CITY – The Local Lady Legislators' League of the Philippines (Four L) led by its president, Iloilo Vice Gov. Christine "Tingting" Garin, converged in the province and city of Iloilo for a national summit that coincided with National Women’s Month. THE Local Lady Legislators' League of...
President Marcos has reminded Malacañan employees to remain committed to providing Filipinos with peaceful and productive lives by serving them with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Malacañang photos Marcos said this as the Office of the President (OP) marked its 127th anniversary on...
Power rates have recently gone up this month due to the ancillary services (AS) charged by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). MORE Power reported on Saturday, March 23, that consumers will experience a P0.06 per kilowatt hour (kWh) increment owing to AS, which secure the power...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Once, two boys who were up for expulsion had committed a serious offense. They put the blame on a classmate, Dominic. The teacher severely scolded the boy who just bowed his head in silence. The next day, the truth came out, and the teacher, regretting his reproof of Dominic,...
Representing House Speaker Martin Romualdez, Deputy Secretary General Sofonias Gabonada Jr. led the turnover of cash and food assistance to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Oriental Mindoro (Speaker’s Office) ...
In the heart of the Philippines, a country celebrated for its staggering biodiversity, an activity traditionally reserved for the most ardent nature enthusiasts is taking flight in the mainstream: birding. Long perceived as a niche pastime for dedicated scientists and nature lovers, this...
