MARINA Honors Batanguenos in Modernization of Maritime Industry
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) vowed to strengthen and modernize sea transport for safe and efficient inter-island routes to boost local trade and develop new routes and ports to increase tourist arrivals. MARINA administrator Sonia Malaluan reiterated the commitment to achieve the goals of the 2028 Maritime Industry Development Plan (MIDP) as the agency marked […]
Italian Embassy calls a Press Conference to introduce the series of events in celebration of the National Day of Italy 2024 in Manila
On Monday, May 20th, the Italian Ambassador Marco Clemente, during a press conference attended not only by representatives of the Philippine’ media but also by sponsors and co-organizers, introduced the series of initiatives launched by the Embassy of Italy in Manila in celebration of the National Day of Italy 2024. This series of initiatives are […]
Screening of “Gianni Schicchi’s performance in Tondo’ at Ayala Triangle Gardens
During the two-day Italian Food Festival at Ayala Triangle Gardens on 25 and 26 May 2024, the movie of the performance of Gianni Schicchi’s opera in Tondo was shown to the general public at 6pm and 8pm. “Gianni Schicchi: a live opera in Tondo”, the first-ever fully staged opera performance in Tondo, featuring the Manila […]
Chancellor Mike Tee: Venture in research to improve lives of Filipinos
Following the investiture of Dr. Michael Tee as the 10th Chancellor of the University of the Philippines—Manila, the new chief vowed to undertake innovative research initiatives to further improve the country’s healthcare system and specifically the living conditions of the Filipino people. “We must endeavor for meaningful research that aids in decision-making in public health […]
Understanding Penitensya: Exploring Extreme Acts of Penance in Filipino Catholic Tradition
In the Philippines, Holy Week transcends mere religious rituals and becomes a profound expression of faith, devotion, and sacrifice. At the heart of this solemn period lies a tradition known as “penitensya,” where devout Catholics engage in extreme acts of self-mortification and penance to commemorate Jesus Christ’s suffering and sacrifice. While these practices may seem […]
Pinoy Humor: The Proud Moment of Jo Koy?
Joseph Glenn Herbert, who goes by the stage name “Jo Koy,” is a Filipino-American stand-up comedic/actor who started his career at a comedy club in Las Vegas way back in 1994. While people find him hilarious, he usually gives credit to his mother, whom he says is where he got his comedic and acting talents […]
Sinulog Remains As The Country’s Top Festival, And This Is Why
The Sinulog -Santo Niño Festival is distinguished as the largest in the Philippines, with annual attendance ranging from 1 million to 1.5 million people. Aside from the religious aspect of the event, Sinulog is also known for its street parties, which typically take place the night before and the night of the major festival. The […]
Central Negros Consumers Reiterate Support for the Privatization Of Electric Power Distribution
The homeowners-consumers, composed of community associations in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, represented by their chairpersons, officially stated their support for the granting of a Congressional franchise to Negros Electric and Power Corporation (NEPC). The representatives from Central Negros sponsored the house bill for the privatization of the electric power distribution in this part of the […]
CENECO-NEPC joint venture to help ease power outages in Negros Occidental
THE Central Negros Electric Cooperative (CENECO) is confident that the problem of power outages in Negros Occidental will be resolved once the new power corporation takes over. During the Senate Committee on Public Services hearing led by Senator Grace Poe on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, CENECO’s General Manager Atty. Arnel Lapore stated that their losses […]
TWG Chair: Develop PH’s natural gas industry to drive investments, enhance energy security
The Senate Committee on Energy Technical Working Group said Monday that developing the country’s natural gas industry is critical to driving investments that will enhance national energy security, reduce electricity costs and create more jobs for Filipinos. During the TWG meeting on Senate Bill No. 2247, Atty Gareth Tungol, special legal counsel of Senator Raffy […]