Six outstanding Filipinos were honored Friday night as the 2024 laureates of the Awards for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU). Given recognitions at a gala dinner at the Manila Hotel were Hall of Fame awardees businessman Larry Tan Villareal, professor and pioneer APCU member Gabriel “Gabby” Ma. Lopez, Outstanding Contribution awardees Special Envoy to China and…
MANILA, (PIA) — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the mandatory recitation of the “Bagong Pilipinas” hymn after flag-raising ceremonies in all government agencies, state-run companies, and educational institutions. Local government units are also “encouraged” to follow suit, according to a memorandum released over the weekend. Memorandum Circular No. 52, signed by Executive Secretary…
The Department of Science and Technology Regional Office X recently made strides in its mission to integrate Science and Technology (S&T) and promote grassroots innovations by supporting the Damugu Weavers Association through various interventions—including the provision of an industrial high-speed sewing machine, training on synthetic dyeing in collaboration with the DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI),…
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay (PIA) — Senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are eligible for an additional 5 percent discount on their in-store and online purchases of basic commodities, on top of the existing 20 percent discount. Speaking at the Ugnayan sa PIA Albay, Consumer Protection Division Head Ma. Lourdes Pasobillo said “the special discount for seniors…
LUNETA, MANILA ─ The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) will spearhead the celebration of the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence and Nationhood with the theme ‘Kalayaan. Kinabukasan. Kasaysayan.’ on 12 June 2024 at Rizal Park, Luneta, Manila 8:00 AM. The program shall start with a flag-raising ceremony to be led by His Excellency, President…
MANILA, (PIA) — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Mapua University in Manila have unveiled a new localized weather monitoring system to strengthen the Philippines’ preparedness for the impending La Niña weather phenomenon. The technology, dubbed WEHLO (Localized Weather, Environment, and Hydromet Monitoring System), was developed by Mapúa University’s School of Civil, Environmental…
Clockwise: Larry Tan Villareal, Benito Techico, Manuel Mamba Sr., Cua Ching Tam, Lily Tan Lim and Ma. Gabriel Lopez
BDO’s Executive Vice President and Institutional Banking Group (IBG) Head Charles M. Rodriguez delivered his keynote presentation where he commended the impressive performance of the IBG team and shared his vision for the year.
BDO Unibank celebrates the 20th anniversary of BDO ShopMore Mastercard by relaunching it with exciting new benefits and three new vibrant card designs, which applicants can choose from when they sign up. The new BDO ShopMore Mastercard, made from 100% recycled plastic, now offers more rewards and fun. Benefits include a free first-year membership, 250…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared June 17, Monday as a regular holiday to give way for the observance of Eid’l Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice. Proclamation No. 579 signed by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin on June 4 stated that Eid’l Adha is one of the two greatest feasts of Islam. The proclamation…
