MANILA, Philippines — Maria stood before an unfamiliar task and wondered: What if I cannot do this? She tried anyway. First came milk tea, then iced coffee, laundry and housekeeping. With every new skill, she began to see more possibilities: returning to school, working abroad, or perhaps starting a business of her own. For Jen,…
(Photo courtesy of CCC) The Philippines has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions while calling for greater international support to address the worsening impacts of climate change ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31). Despite accounting for only a small share of global emissions, the country remains highly vulnerable to…
It’s worth noting that for several weeks now, various European nations and even the United States were quietly updating survival guidelines to global security authorities, while subtly briefing their citizens with intriguing, if not unsettling, advisories. Ordinary citizens are being instructed to stockpile non-perishable food, potable water, and emergency medical supplies capable of sustaining a…
(DC file photo) Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) General Manager Nicolas Torre III questioned the grammatical errors appearing in photos of protest posters circulating on social media, stressing the importance of proofreading and verifying materials before making them public. In a Facebook post, Torre said he initially believed the photos had been digitally altered. However,…
MANILA — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has officially initiated the development of a Harmonized Anti-Littering Framework aimed at standardizing regulations, penalties, and enforcement procedures against improper waste disposal across Metro Manila. MMDA Chairman Don Artes and Deputy Chairman Frisco San Juan Jr. led a meeting with representatives from local government units (LGUs) serving…
(Photo courtesy of PIA) BAGUIO CITY – At least 105 former rebels in Apayao received medical services, food assistance, agricultural supplies and other government support during a reintegration summit aimed at helping them rebuild their lives and return to their communities. The assistance was distributed during the Second Rebels’ Reintegration and Empowerment Summit 2026, held…
(Photo courtesy of DOLE) The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has launched Hotline 15/30, a round-the-clock nationwide service aimed at providing Filipino workers with faster access to assistance, information and support for labor-related concerns. The new hotline replaces the agency’s previous Hotline 1349, offering a centralized platform where workers can seek help by dialing…
(Photo courtesy of DOTr) The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has advised motorists to prepare for temporary traffic slowdowns in several parts of Metro Manila from November 4 to 7 as a tunnel boring machine (TBM) is transported to another construction site for the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP). According to the DOTr, the massive equipment…
(Photo courtesy of PIA) QUEZON CITY – The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will reopen voter registration on November 10, 2026, allowing eligible Filipinos to register or update their voter information ahead of the 2028 National and Local Elections. In an announcement Tuesday, November 3, COMELEC said the registration period will continue until July 30, 2027,…
(Photo courtesy of Anadolu) ISTANBUL – Technology giant Apple has raised concerns over the potential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) agents, warning that autonomous systems could perform unauthorized actions, compromise sensitive information and expose the company to legal and reputational consequences. In its annual filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on…