The Baguio City Council recently passed a resolution officially declaring every last Saturday of April of every year as Tai Chi day in the City of Baguio. Councilor Vladimir Cayabas, author of the ordinance, said Tai Chi offers profound benefits, both in terms of physical and mental well-being. He added that Baguio, known for its …
The National Youth Commission (NYC) recently participated in the 2024 UN ECOSOC Youth Forum session at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, “Feeding the Future: Youth and Sustainable Food Systems for All,” held on April 17, 2024. Atty. Reena Vivienne Pineda, Commissioner representing Luzon and representing NYC, delivered a statement highlighting the Philippines’ …
Leading Philippine fiber broadband provider Converge is providing free, fiber-fast connectivity to thousands of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who will be served by the OFW lounge in NAIA Terminal 1, in an effort to enhance their digital experience at the Philippines’ transit hubs. Inaugurated in January 2024, the OFW lounge serves as a relaxing, contemporary …
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The 2024 iteration of the 39th edition of Balikatan in Batanes and Palawan on April 22 to May 10, including Integrated Air and Missile Defense exercises in Central Luzon, is marked by further expansions with attendance of military observers from 14 countries. Show of presence as ground troops of military observers from 14 countries are …
With 12 new scripts, this year’s Virgin Labfest promises narratives dealing with the complex layers of human experience. Creating a safe environment festival has planted the seeds for a bountiful harvest with works coming to full bloom, ready to burst (pintog) onstage. In VENGEANCE OF THE GODS by Hans Pieter Arao, a person is possessed …
Vlf 19: Pintog plows on to bear fruits of human stories and rxperiences Read More »
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) through local Public Employment Service Office (PESO) together with SM malls in North Luzon is committed in connecting Filipino talents with job opportunities by bringing companies together for a job fair and the chance to be Hired-on-the-Spot (HOTS) for aspiring applicants. Job fair at SM North Luzon Malls …
North Luzon SM malls offer on the spot hiring on Labor Day Job Fair Read More »
Alongside the theme “Ang Panitikan at Kapayapaan,” National Literature Month (NLM) 2024 introduced a new flagship event, led by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF), and National Book Development Board (NBDB). Pistang PANITIKolab organized various literary groups and institutions across the country, embodying collaboration derived from the …
Pistang PANITIKolab harmonized diverse literary communities Read More »
A pooled editorial for World Press Freedom Day 2024 It’s been 31 years since the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Office (Unesco) and the world have been celebrating World Press Freedom Day every May 3. And since 1998 when Unesco set up a yearly theme for the celebration, this is the first time that …
Sabtang, Batanes – Locals highlighted the culture and heritage of Batanes during its founding anniversary. The “vakul,” a headdress from female and “kanayi,” a natural fiber coat for men used since time immemorial and an iconic symbol hand crafted for protection used by Ivatan farmers of Batanes as protection from the harsh weather as they …
107th foundation Week Festival in Sabtang, Batanes Read More »
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano is championing a bill aimed at further empowering the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) in its mission to transform former military bases into vibrant economic zones that benefit both the economy and the people. Filed on April 30, 2024 by Cayetano as Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Government Corporations …
BCDA charter amendment sought for national economic development Read More »
