We live in a modern, fast-paced world. Everyone is just rushing here and there, going about their busy, and often, stressful commitments. And yes, this is a sure way to weigh the body and the immune system down.
Month: October 2024
GMEC, GNPD plant 2,000 mangrove seedlings thru flagship reforestation program OkTREEberfest
Solidifying its commitment to being environmental stewards, AboitizPower subsidiary GNPower Mariveles Energy Center Ltd. Co. (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co. (GNPD) recently completed their annual reforestation initiative, OkTREEberfest, in the province of Bataan last October 3 and 8, 2024.
Want to Help Save the Tamaraw? Just Download and Play This Game
The Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis) is one of the Philippines’ most iconic animal species, second only to the Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) in global renown. Estimated to number over 10,000 heads a century ago, this dwarf buffalo once grazed across the entirety of Mindoro – until poaching, land conversion and a deadly outbreak of cattle-killing rinderpest nearly wiped it out.
SOUTH KOREA’S AI LEADERSHIP
During a recent international learning program in South Korea, a delegation of officials from the Philippine Senate and House of Representatives, including myself, attended a […]
BOC intercepts illegal entry of smuggled frozen mackerel worth P178.5M from China
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) impounded 21 containers of smuggled frozen mackerel from China at the Manila International Container Port (MICP) amid an intensified crackdown on the entry of illegally imported agricultural products.
Pag-IBIG offers Calamity Loans and One-Month Housing Payment Relief to members affected by Typhoon Kristine
In response to the effects caused by Typhoon Kristine, Pag-IBIG Fund has announced the availability of its Calamity Loan program and Housing Loan payment moratorium to assist affected members.
MERALCO, HINDI TUMITIGIL HANGGANG MAIBALIK ANG SERBISYO NG KURYENTE SA LAHAT NG MGA NAAPEKTUHAN NG BAGYONG KRISTINE
Tuluy-tuloy ang ginawang restoration activities ng mga crew at tauhan ng Meralco para maibalik ang kuryente sa mahigit 566,000 na customer na nakaranas ng pagkaantala ng serbisyo sa gitna ng pananalasa ng bagyong Kristine.
NHMFC implements moratorium for borrowers affected by typhoon
In a bid to provide relief to affected housing loan borrowers, the National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) announced today the implementation of a one-month moratorium on the monthly amortization payments of borrowers affected by severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
DepEd and Chalkboard Launch the ARAL Program: A New Initiative to Boost Literacy and Numeracy in Public Schools
In a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of education in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) has entered into a formal partnership with Chalkboard, a leading provider of tutoring services, to launch the Academic Remediation, Acceleration, and Livelihood (ARAL) Program. This program seeks to address the pressing challenges in literacy and numeracy faced by Filipino students, particularly in public schools.
Rural women, young artists, take center stage at the 2024 WFD
The Department of Agriculture (DA), recognized the outstanding contributions of women-farmers to the steadfast growth of Philippine agriculture during the culmination of the World Food Day celebration for the year.
Last October 16, nine rural women were presented as finalists of the 2024 DA Search for Outstanding Rural Women (SORW).
Dagsa ng pasahero ngayong Undas inaasahan; PITX nagpaalala sa mga biyahero
PINAALALAHANAN ng pamunuan ng Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) ang mga biyahero na uuwi sa kanilang probinsiya sa darating na Undas.
DHSUD rallies CREBA to strengthen support to 4PH
Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development Secretary Jose Rizalino Acuzar urged members of the Chamber of Real Estate Builders’ Association Inc. (CREBA) on Friday […]
‘Talakayang Makabata,’ tugon ng DSWD laban sa karahasan sa mga bata
Inihayag ng Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) ang pagbibigay kahalagahan sa pagkakaroon ng mga preventive measures upang labanan ang karahasan sa mga bata.
MOU sa aviation safety nilagdaan ng CAAP
PINANGUNAHAN ng Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) ang pagpapahusay sa aviation safety katuwang ang mga bansang Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, at Thailand sa Regional Aviation Safety Data and Information Sharing Initiative.
People’s Alliance for Democracy and Reform’ (PADER) backs PBBM leadership
Fifty leaders from various alliances and multi-sectoral groups launched the People’s Alliance for Democracy and Reform (PADER) to support the leadership of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his programs and reforms.
MORTGAGE LIQUIDITY IN EMERGING MARKETS
National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) President Renato L. Tobias (3rd left) speaks at the 40th African Union for Housing Finance and International Secondary Mortgage […]
PMA ALUMNI CONTENDERS IN 2025 MIDTERM ELECTIONS
Many individuals have confidence in former military officers as public officials due to their strong leadership skills and extensive experience. They have worked not only in the military but also with civilians and other government agencies. Many of them have also earned master’s or doctorate degrees, which helps them handle both military and civilian issues.
BOC-Clark Nasabat ang PhP1.572 Milyong Halaga ng Mataas na Uri ng “Kush” Marijuana na Nakatago sa mga Damit
Nasamsam ng Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Clark sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni District Collector Jairus Reyes ang 1.48 gramo ng Mataas na Uri ng “Kush” Marijuana na nakatago sa apat (4) na piraso ng damit na may halagang PhP1.572 milyon.
Gatchalian nagbabala sa hakbang ng ERC na maaaring magpataas sa singil ng Meralco
NAGBABALA ang isang solon sa desisyon ng Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) na hindi na ituloy ang ikalimang regulatory reset ng distribution rate ng Meralco, na sumasaklaw ng taong 2022 hanggang 2026.
LEARNING INTERVENTIONS SA ILALIM NG ARAL PROGRAM LIBRE NA
“Edukasyon ang pinakamahalagang pamana namin sa inyo.” Ito ang binigyang-diin ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. nang pangunahan niya ang ceremonial signing ng Academic Recovery […]
BOC-Clark nasabat ang PhP3.084 milyon na Halaga ng Mataas na Uri ng “Kush”
Ang Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Clark, sa ilalim ng liderato ni District Collector Jairus Reyes sa patuloy nitong kampanya laban sa ilegal na droga, ay nakahuli ng 2.56 kilong mataas na uri ng marijuana, o “Kush,” na nagkakahalaga ng PhP3.084 milyon, sa pakikipagtulungan ng Customs Anti-Illegal Drug Task Force (CAIDTF), Philippine National Police – Aviation Security Group (PNP-AVSEG), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Pampanga District Office, Department of Justice (DOJ), at mga lokal na opisyal mula sa Brgy. Dau, Lungsod ng Mabalacat.
Silka Celebrates Self-Care Month with Alagang Silka: Alaganda Para sa Pamilya
For Silka, alaga is not just a word—it’s a promise. A promise to care for the well-being of Filipinos, to nurture their dreams, and to stand with them through every step of their journey. From empowering lives through the ALAGA Scholarship program to providing everyday care with quality products, Silka has long been dedicated to the Filipino people. Now, with ALAGANG SILKA: Alaganda Para sa Pamilya, that commitment continues, celebrating the deep connection between self-care, family, and the power of togetherness.
Reporma kailangan para sa professionalization ng mga guro — Gatchalian
Naghain si Senador Win Gatchalian ng panukalang batas na layong ireporma ang professionalization ng mga guro.
Dagdag-proteksyon sa local poultry industry vs. meat smuggling, suportado ni Tolentino
INIHAYAG ni Senate Majority Leader Francis ‘Tol’ Tolentino ang mahigpit n’yang suporta sa domestic poultry industry sa harap ng nagpapatuloy na problema ukol sa smuggling o pagpupuslit ng imported na karne sa lokal na merkado.
Pagdami ng ‘4Ps students’ na nakikinabang sa TES ikinatuwa
PINURI ng isang solon ang pagdami ng mga benepisyaryo ng Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) mula sa mga pamilyang kabilang sa Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps).
Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla adds to her historic debut album campaign
With a GRAMMY and two Billboard records under her belt, Tyla adds to the magic of her debut album before returning to the stage and studio with three brand new tracks on the deluxe edition of her debut album, TYLA, and a victorious run through awards season, including three BET + VMA wins.
BOC-NAIA nasabat ang ilegal na droga na nagkakahalaga ng PhP42.16 Milyon, pasahero naaresto
Ang Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA), sa mahigpit na pakikipag-ugnayan sa Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) at NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction Task Group (NAIA-IADITG), ay matagumpay na nasabat ang ilegal na droga na nagkakahalaga ng PhP42.16 milyon sa NAIA Terminal 3, Lungsod ng Pasay, noong Oktubre 12, 2024.
SENATOR PADILLA’S URGENT PLEA FOR REPATRIATION OF OFWS FROM LEBANON
On August 7, 2024, Senator Robinhood Padilla made an urgent appeal for the swift repatriation of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) from Lebanon during a privilege speech in the Senate. His call followed the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, which heightened tensions between Israel and Iran.
ROTARY BENEFIT FUN RUN LABAN SA POLIO
End Polio Now: A Benefit Fun Run sa Filinvest City, Alabang. Ang kaganapang ito ay pinangunahan ng Rotary International District 3830, sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni Gobernador Prescy Yulo at sa pakikipagtulungan ni Ram De Mesa, ang Chair ng End Polio, layunin nitong makalikom ng pondo at palakasin ang kamalayan tungkol sa polio, isang sakit na patuloy na nagbabanta sa mga bata.
