PEACE-MAKER The “geopolitical archenemies” Iran and Saudi Arabia have agreed to reestablish diplomatic ties, after many years of belligerent relations. The hostility between the two countries, which has largely contributed to instability in the Middle East, has been a major concern in the...
REFLECTIONS TODAY John 20:19-31 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has ordered Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos to talk to local chief executives of alternative fishing grounds to allow displaced fisherfolk in Oriental Mindoro to fish in their waters....
The deadline for applications for the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) 2024 has been extended until April 20, 11:59 p.m. Courtesy of UPCAT - U.P. System This was announced by the UP Office of Admissions on Saturday, April 15, which was the initial last date of the...
IT'S THE SMALL THINGS Although I always make it a point to listen to homilies, sermons and the preaching of revered individuals, it is very seldom that one resonates so deeply with me. I do not know if it was the timing — the words I needed to hear on that day — or the delivery, but the homily...
Transmission firm National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is reinforcing the skills and technical expertise of its personnel in operating of substations to ensure efficient operation of the power system. According to the company, the training activities they recently carried out...
The application for the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) 2024 will close on Saturday, April 15. "For incoming freshies for AY 2024-2025, please make sure to submit your Form 1 application on or before April 15, 2023, tomorrow. Apply at...
REFLECTIONS TODAY The great haul of fish is rich in symbolism in the new mission entrusted to the disciples—the shift from mere fishermen to “fishers of men” (Mt 4:19). The great catch of fish represents the gathering of the various types of people into the Church, the community of Jesus. The...
The “K-Verse: The Ultimate Pop Universe” show in Manila showcased the debut performance and return of K-pop stars. K-pop artists Aespa, Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon and The Boyz mesmerized the audience in their two-hour show held on April 11 at the Araneta Coliseum. (Clockwise from top...
(Unsplash) A pro-health congressman is asking the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) to ensure a steady supply of electricity this summer, if only to keep hospitals running smoothly. “We urge the NGCP to make sure that we have adequate power supply all throughout the summer...
Employers said they are continuously hiring, but stressed that the most qualified applicants will get the first crack at job openings as the local labor pool persists to be bogged down by mismatch in skills against industry demand. Sergio Ortiz-Luis, Jr., president of the Employers Confederation of...
The United States Embassy in Manila announced on Thursday, April 13, that it has increased its visa application fees, with visitor (B1/B2) visas up to US$185. (Photo from US Embassy in the Philippines via Twitter) In a Twitter post, the embassy said that the new visa fees would be applicable...
