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World’s rarest, most threatened migratory shore bird seen in PH

In a historic moment for Philippine avian biodiversity, the world’s rarest and most threatened migratory shorebird has been sighted for the very first time in the country. The spoon-billed sandpiper, with a global population estimated at around 490 mature individuals, is a critically endangered species on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Historic surf meet carves new tourism niche for Baler

The inaugural World Surf League (WSL) competition launched here will create a new niche for the municipality and the province in terms of tourism, a Department of Tourism (DOT) official said......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Finally, a complete 7-member Monetary Board

Last Friday, Jan. 26, marked a turning point for Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona, with him finally comfortably hosting this year’s annual reception for the banking community outdoors at the BSP compound’s historic Fort San Antonio Abad on a cool early evening, with a relaxed business casual suit but no tie dress code, and finally with a complete seven-member Monetary Board......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Mamba zone: Doncic’s 73, Booker’s 62 continue historic NBA scoring week

Stars align anew in the NBA as Luka Doncic and Devin Booker explode for 73 and 62 points, respectively, just five days after Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns erupt for 70 and 62.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Rain or Shine keeps hot streak

Rampaging Rain or Shine turned things around in the fourth quarter to frustrate its former player Rey Nambatac and Blackwater, 110-103, for its third straight win in the PBA Philippine Cup yesterday as the league marked a historic return to the Ninoy Aquino Stadium......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Roluna surprises for Junior Altas in historic finals NCAA berth-clinching win

University of Perpetual Help hatched a massive surprise in unlikely hero Jan Roluna as it downed Mapua, 96-91, on Sunday and claimed a breakthrough finals appearance in NCAA Season 99 junior basketball at the Filoil EcoOil Arena......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Coming of age party

It was sort of a coming of age party for the next generation of stewards of the Ayala Group with the master of ceremonies, Rene Almendras, deftly weaving in the 190th anniversary theme of the historic conglomerate into the Ayala Group’s media night games held Friday, Feb. 16, at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Vista Land’s innovative projects boost Manila’s investment draw

With a robust economy supported by government initiatives, a prime location in the metro, and a rich tapestry of educational, cultural, and historic landmarks, Manila has positioned itself as a hotspot for lucrative real estate deals......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Last 4 nuns of Spanish convent seek sisters to keep it open

RONDA, Spain—With only four nuns left, the historic Corazon Eucaristico de Jesus convent in southern Spain is on the brink of closure. Now, its prioress is calling on sisters everywhere to take a leap of faith, come up to the sanctuary in the mountaintop city of Ronda and stay on for a while to keep.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Pope urges Catholics to swap social media for reflection as Lent begins

ROME (Reuters) – Pope Francis urged Catholics to forgo worldly trappings and focus on essentials as he opened the season of Lent with a traditional Ash Wednesday Mass on one of Rome’s historic seven hills. He criticised people’s tendency to lay bare their lives on social media, deploring “a world in which everything, including our.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Brownlee recalls ‘stressful’ time after suspension put career on hold

The past four months proved to be a test of character for Justin Brownlee as he worried about his future after he failed a doping test following Gilas Pilipinas' historic title romp in the Asian Games.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Surfing spotlight shines on Baler anew with historic International Pro tilt

The inaugural international competition in the “Birthplace of Philippine Surfing” will “definitely” be big for the surfing community here, according to the head of the Association of Surf Riders in Aurora Inc. (ASRAI)......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

‘Ahon sa Antipolo’: Faithful prepare for pilgrimage site’s historic event

The 450-year-old National Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage in Antipolo will be formally declared as an international shrine on January 26.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Polands President Duda Vows Pardon for Imprisoned MPs

Title: Polish President Announces Pardon for Convicted MPs, Sparks Political Controversy Byline: Daily Guardian News Team Date: [Insert Date] Polish President Andrzej Duda has recently.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

CHR: Red-tagging among threats to press freedom

In his keynote speech at the opening of the historic 1st Philippine Media Safety Summit, CHR Chairperson Richard Palpal-latoc said critical journalists are being subjected to red-tagging and surveillance, or are faced with the charges of libel or cyber libel. The post CHR: Red-tagging among threats to press freedom appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated News3 hr. 4 min. ago

Philippine hosting of FIVB world men s volley tilt gains full backing from First Lady

The Philippines’ solo hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025 took one giant stride after First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos vowed her full support during an historic organizational meeting in Malacañang on Tuesday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Choco Mucho’s Rondina holds the fort in historic win vs Creamline

It was a well-adjusted performance in terms of defense for reigning Most Valuable Player Sisi Rondina in Choco Mucho’s five-set victory over the Creamline Cool Smashers in the curtain raiser of the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Tuesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Following seniors, Filipinas U17 squad eyes historic FIFA World Cup berth

The Filipinas U17 team has the chance to make history like their seniors before them as they compete for a FIFA U17 World Cup berth in the 2024 AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup in Bali, Indonesia beginning next week......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Kadaugan sa Mactan 2024: Over 8,000 locals witness reenactment

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Between 8, 000 to 10, 000 locals gathered at the Liberty Shrine in Brgy. Mactan in Lapu-Lapu City early on Saturday morning to witness this year’s Kadaugan sa Mactan or the reenactment of the historic Battle of Mactan. Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerard Ace Pelare, spokesperson of the Police Regional Office in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024