The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, Aug. 25, confirmed that one of its high-ranking officials has been suspended following the order issued by the Office of the Ombudsman. DepEd / MANILA BULLETIN In an official statement, the DepEd announced that it has received an...
REFLECTIONS TODAY The Gospels often refer to the Sadducees and the Pharisees having conflict with and testing Jesus. Both were religious sects within Judaism during Jesus’ time. Both groups honored Moses and the Law. Both had a measure of political power. The importance of the commandments...
THE LEGAL FRONT When I reflect on my high school years, gratitude is the first thought that comes to mind, for the unique lessons and experiences that served me well throughout my life. High school coincides with the transition from boyhood to manhood, from the years under parental care and...
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Thursday, August 24 welcomed the filing of graft charges against former Undersecretary Lloyd Christopher Lao and two other executives of the Pharmally Pharmaceutical Corporation who were involved in the controversial overpriced Covid-19 supplies. The Office...
PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan (PNA) – Two civilian boats chartered by the government returned to port here on Wednesday afternoon, August 23, after successfully carrying out its mission of delivering much-needed provisions to troops standing guard in Ayungin Shoal aboard BRP Sierra Madre. Crew members...
The Senate on Wednesday, August 23 adopted the resolution seeking to honor the life and advocacy of Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) chief Susan “Toots” Ople who died on Tuesday, August 22 at 61 years old. Senate Resolution No. 83 recognizes Ople’s legacy as a dedicated and lifelong...
THE VIEW FROM RIZAL Last week, we saw the escalation of an already-heated discussion on what some experts believe is a looming major rice shortage and a similarly sizzling debate on whether or not the national government should resort to the importation of basic food items to fill the gap of an...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Can we allow God to be so good to everyone? The parable of the Workers in the Vineyard highlights that we do not earn God’s graciousness and generosity. It is a pure act of benevolence on God’s part. God’s love is unconditional; it depends on him, not on our good works. When...
Senators on Tuesday, August 22 mourned the passing of Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople saying the country has just lost a dedicated public servant with a huge heart for Filipinos. “She showed us that true leadership is about kindness and...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has received 35 brand new vehicles from Toyota Motor Corporations intended for his office. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. tours the Toyota plant in Santa Rosa City, Laguna on Aug. 22, 2023. (Noel B. Pabalate) Marcos personally accepted the...
For medium to large companies, ensuring the workforce gets paid on time and efficiently can be a herculean task all on its own. This is especially true of companies in the finance sector where payroll management is expected to be just as efficient as managing the finances of their clients. To ease...
REFLECTIONS TODAY Today’s feast of the Queenship of Mary is celebrated on the octave of the feast of the Assumption and a logical consequence of it. Pope Pius XII who established the feast in 1954 points out that Mary deserves the title because of her close association with Jesus’ redemptive...
