GoodNewsPilipinas.com, the Philippines’ No. 1 good news website , is set to unveil the Good News Pilipinas Newsmakers of the Year 2024 this Saturday, January 4, 2025. This highly anticipated announcement will honor storytelling that captivated readers and brought pride to Filipinos worldwide.
“ These stories showcase the best of the Filipino spirit—resilience, innovation, and excellence ,” said award-winning journalist Rico Hacen , Chief Editor of Good News Pilipinas .
The winning stories span five national and seven international topics , showcasing diverse achievements ranging from national holidays and educational rankings to groundbreaking innovations and success stories.
The winners reflect the incredible work of Good News Pilipinas writers, including team collaborations, staff writers, campus journalists, and columnists , who collectively delivered stories that uplift the Filipino spirit.
Covering the year’s top narratives, the winners include stories sourced from Philippine companies, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, universities , and Filipino individuals.
“ Every story we feature reflects the indomitable Filipino spirit. This year’s winners are no exception, and they have inspired and continue to boost pride in being Filipino ,” said Angie Quadra-Balibay, award-winning writer and Managing Editor of Good News Pilipinas.
Visit GoodNewsPilipinas.com to discover the full stories behind these inspiring achievements by the finalists here:
Here is the exciting reveal of the Good News Pilipinas Newsmakers of the Year 2024 WINNERS this Saturday, January 4, 2025!
Full list of the winning stories, sources, and writers of the Good News Pilipinas Newsmakers of the Year 2024 :
January
Philippines 2024: Complete Guide to Official Holidays This Leap Year
Source: DOLE Philippines
Writer: The Good News Pilipinas Team
February
FULL LIST: The Philippines’ Universities Recognized on Webometrics World Ranking
Sources: UP Diliman leading all universities
Writer: Angie Quadra-Balibay
March
LIST: National Women’s Month Freebies for Philippines This March
Sources: Philippine Commission on Women representing all agencies
Writer: The Good News Pilipinas Team
April
Filipino Superstars Dingdong Dantes and Alden Richards Shine in Hollywood | BlogTalk with MJ Racadio
Sources: Dingdong Dantes and Alden Richards
Writer: MJ Racadio
May
Pru Life UK Financial Advisor Ron Sales’ Inspiring Journey to Entrepreneurial Success
Sources: Pru Life UK/Ron Sales
Writer: Margo Hannah De Guzman Quadra
June
65 Philippine Universities Make Global Top 300 in WURI Innovative Rankings
Source: Far Eastern University-Dr Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation leading the universities
Writer: Ashley Nicole Ulep
July
How Glenda Dela Cruz Became a Billionaire: Her Inspiring Success Story | Chinkee Tan
Source: Glenda Dela Cruz
Writer: Chinkee Tan
August
Team Philippines Clinches Overall Championship, Secures 94 Awards at Singapore Math Olympiad
Source: AMSLI Philippines
Writer: Angie Quadra-Balibay
September
DLSU Patents Innovative Method to Recycle Paper Cups Into Liquid Dispenser Tips
Source: DLSU Manila
Writer: Angie Quadra-Balibay
October
UST Singers Make History as First Filipino Group to Win Grand Prix at Norway’s Grieg Choir Festival
Source: UST Singers
Writer: Angie Quadra-Balibay
November
Record Number of Philippine Universities Listed in 2025 THE World University Rankings
Sources: ADMU, UP, DLSU, Mapúa, MSU-IIT, UST
Writer: Angie Quadra-Balibay
December
Chelsea Manalo’s Hiraya Ensemble Wins Miss Universe 2024 Best National Costume, Securing Back-to-Back Wins for the Philippines
Sources: Chelsea Manalo and Manny Halasan
Writer: Atom Pornel
Please tune in to Good News Pilipinas TV on YouTube and GoodNewsPilipinas.com on social media for live updates as we celebrate the stories that made Filipinos proud the past year. Join us as we highlight the remarkable achievements of Filipinos around the world and honor those who have inspired us all! Stay tuned and be part of the celebration!
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