Jeepney drivers in Philippines to go on 3-day strike starting Monday
MANILA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Jeepney drivers in the Philippines will mount a three-day nationwide strike starting Monday to protest the government's plans to remove decades-old jeepneys off the streets. The transport strike, which will run until May 1, has prompted the Department of Education to order all public schools nationwide to resort to online classes on April 29 and 30. The educational directive w.....»»
Angeline sa pagpapakasal sa Quiapo Church: ‘Matagal ko nang pinapangarap’
PARA kay Angeline Quinto, ang naging wedding niya sa non-showbiz partner na si Nonrev Daquina sa Quiapo Church ay isang dream come true. Sa Instagram, muling nag-post si Angeline ng ilang moments mula sa kanyang special day. Ipinakita niya ang ang wedding bouquet na may pendant ng yumao niyang adoptive mother na si Mama Bob......»»
Davao, Pampanga, Biñan book lopsided wins
Routs were the order of the day as Davao Occidental won by 64 points, Pampanga by 35 and Biñan by 19 in the MPBL Season 6 elims Friday at the Alonte Sports Arena in Biñan, Laguna......»»
Cavite, La Union LGUs adopt 4-day workweek
A four-day workweek will be implemented in the offices of the provincial government of Cavite starting tomorrow until July 31 as temperatures continue to rise due to El Niño......»»
Transport strike set for April 29 to May 1
A three-day transport strike will start tomorrow in time for the looming public utility vehicle modernization program consolidation deadline and the commemoration of Labor Day......»»
Marcos urges Pinoys: Rise vs modern-day oppressors
President Marcos yesterday challenged Filipinos, especially the youth, to uphold Lapu-Lapu’s patriotism and rise against modern-day oppressors......»»
Rosanna Roces nagpasalamat kay Floy Quintos: Mahal na mahal kita
‘Very sad day in Philippine Theater.’ Ito ang karamihang nabasa naming post sa social media mula sa kaibigan/kakilala at nakatrabaho ng kilalang playwright/director at 7x Palanca awardee na si Floy Quintos na sumakabilang buhay kaninang umaga sa emergency room ng UST Hospital kung saan siya itinakbo due to heat stroke. Isa ang aktres na si.....»»
PISTON announces transport strike from April 29 to May 1
Jeepney drivers are preparing for a three-day nationwide strike set for the following week to protest against the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program and the approaching April 30 deadline for the consolidation of jeepney franchises......»»
Lapulapu Day marked: Marcos urges Filipinos to resist modern day oppressors
MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos are encouraged to continue to embrace the ideas of Lapulapu and the wealth of the country’s heritage by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in his message during the commemoration of Lapulapu Day on Saturday, April 27. Marcos also urged Filipinos to continue to embrace the wealth of the country’s heritage as.....»»
Hottest day (again) in Metro at 38.2 Celsius
Temperatures reached a scorching 38.2 degrees Celsius in Metro Manila on Thursday, again marking the hottest day so far this year, according to state weather forecasters......»»
Bilang ng mga bumisita sa bansa ngayong Abril umabot ng 2-M, sey ng DOT
MAHIGIT dalawang milyon ang naitalang international visitors sa ating bansa para sa buwan ng Abril. Ayon sa Department of Tourism (DOT) noong April 25, karamihan diyan ay mga dayuhang turista na nasa 95 percent, habang nasa five percent ang mga kababayan nating OFWs. Ang bilang ngayong taon ay mas mataas nag 15.11 percent kumpara sa.....»»
Beyoncé sinorpresa ang Pinoy baby na si Tyler: ‘They’re officially friends!’
NAKAKATUWA naman ang sikat na international singer na si Beyoncé dahil mayroon pala siyang cute na cute na kaibigang Pinoy! Siya’y walang iba kundi ang two-year-old baby na si Tyler, ang anak ng sports broadcasters na sina Bea Fabregas at Nikko Ramos. Usap-usapan ngayon ang pagpapadala ng legendary singer kay Tyler ng bulaklak, laruan na.....»»
Market extends gains to 4th day
The stock market extended its winning streak to four yesterday, but gains were minimal due to lack of catalysts......»»
Approval of anti-online piracy bills sought
A citizens’ rights group has renewed its calls for the Senate to expedite the passage of anti-online piracy bills, saying that each day of delay translates into significant tangible and intangible losses for the creatives industry while scammers get richer with each victim......»»
Over 2 mln foreign tourists arrive in Philippines since January
MANILA, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Over 2 million international tourists have visited the Philippines since January this year, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said Thursday. Citing data from the Department of Tourism (DOT), the PCO said that 2,010,522 international visitors entered the Southeast Asian country from Jan. 1 to April 24. The data showed that tourism receipts reached 157.62 billion peso.....»»
Philippines records 2 million international visitors as of April 2024
The Philippines has welcomed over 2 million international tourists to the country as of April this year......»»
Philippines vs. Japan duel in ‘Kumong Bol-Anon 15’ to be aired live on TV
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The much-anticipated “Philippines versus Japan” showdown in the “Kumong Bol-Anon 15” will be aired live on fight day, April 30, at the Holy Name University gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. It was officially announced earlier this week through a social media post that the main event featuring Boholano Regie “Filipino Phenom”.....»»
Discover your glow at Watsons 1-day, 1-price online sale on April 26
Discover your glow at Watsons 1-day, 1-price online sale on April 26.....»»
ACEN to spend P70 billion this year
Ayala-owned ACEN Corp. has earmarked P70 billion to bankroll the capital expenditures of its domestic and international operations this year.....»»
International agency executives’ immunity covers only official duties – SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that the immunity granted to officials and personnel of international organizations, such as the Asian Development Bank, only covers official activit.....»»