How You Can Join the Free Virtual Philippine International Comics Festival
Comics lovers, rejoice! The virtual edition of the Philippine International Comics Festival (PICOF) is now headed for takeoff, with free registration open to all fans of this unique art medium.
Jose Rizal Monument Soon to Grace Niagara Falls: A Tribute to the Filipino Hero...
Niagara Falls visitors will soon have the chance to honor the Philippines' national hero, Jose Rizal, as a monument commemorating the Filipino icon is set to be erected at the site of world-famous waterfalls in Ontario, Canada.
Supreme Court Stands with Indigenous Communities in Palawan: Mining Companies in Mt. Mantalingahan Face...
A new Supreme Court Order is protecting biodiversity-rich Mt. Mantalingahan against mining, a win for indigenous groups. Narra Tourism Office photo credit to Sherwin Corpuz via PNA.In a win for the environment and for indigenous peoples, mining companies in Mt. Mantalingahan, Palawan are being held accountable by the Supreme Court for potential environmental degradation.
How This Renewable Energy Project in Iloilo City is Good for the Environment and...
Residents of Iloilo City now have the opportunity to cut down on their electricity expenses with the increased availability of renewable energy (RE) in the area.
Three Unforgettable Stories of Love, Hope, and Aspins Awaiting Forever Homes
The very essence of National Aspin Day is compassion, love, and a sense of belonging, and it's blooming brighter than ever in the Philippines today, August 18, 2023. Spearheaded by the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), an NGO that’s been the guardian angel for countless Aspins, this event shines a light on the hidden beauty, loyalty, and love that Aspins (Asong Pinoy) offer.
A Greener Future: See How this Up-and-Coming Bill will Plant Trees and Curb Climate...
A more environmentally friendly tomorrow is foreseen for the Philippines with legislation mandating the planting of trees for the issuance of building permits having already passed the House of Representatives.
Inside the Upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections
The Philippines' Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) are right around the corner. Two months from now, on October 30, 2023, voters will be lining up at the polls to elect their new community leaders.
How College Students are Earning Extra Cash with this New Reading Tutorial Program
College students can now find short-term work by tutoring Grade 1 students under the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Department of Education (DepEd)’s new reading tutorial program.
Pangasinan Artist Crafts Hole-Punched Portrait for Parents’ Anniversary: A Loving Tribute Through Recycled Art
Artist-Digital Creator Jereka Ellen Bueno Decano from San Quintin, Pangasinan, found a unique way to express her filial love - a hole-punched portrait of her parents, Teody and Emma, to celebrate their 33rd wedding anniversary.
Guard Your Child’s Health: 10 Essential Tips for Chemical-Free Back-to-School Shopping in the Philippines
With the hustle and bustle of preparing for school year 2023-2024 just around the corner (starting August 29), it's crucial to ensure our children are equipped with safe school essentials. The EcoWaste Coalition, a dedicated non-profit that meticulously oversees children’s product safety, has dished out game-changing advice for parents. Their tips aim to ensure every Filipino student has access to the non-toxic, safe supplies they rightly deserve.
Adopt Don’t Shop: How This Animal Shelter in Angeles City is Shedding Light on...
Stray dogs and cats in Angeles City, Pampanga can now find a temporary home in the newly-opened Angeles City Dog Pound and Animal Shelter.
Discover the new LRT-1 train upgrading Philippine public transport
Filipinos can now travel through Metro Manila with the new and improved Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) aboard the Light Railway Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), a project that seeks to reduce the usage of private vehicles on the road and correspondingly limit air pollution.