It would be an understatement to call 2020 an eventful year. From natural disasters and political divide to the impact of the pandemic, 2020 has truly changed lives and societal norms across the world. As the year comes to a close, Filipinos seek to find hope despite the challenges, to restore faith amid loss, and …
It has always been a Filipino thing to start reveling in the Christmas spirit the minute September arrives. And this year is no different. In true Pinoy style, netizens have flooded news feeds with hilarious JMC (Jose Mari Chan) memes and bopped to festive songs. 2020 has been tough for everyone, but it’s proving that …
After the months-long battle against the pandemic, people are still struggling to cope not only with the health crisis, but in finding hope for a better tomorrow. Among those that have been significantly affected is the art community. Proving their resilience, many have ventured into the digital space to host galleries and continue showcasing their …
Seeing parols and festive decor all around? Feeling a colder than usual breeze at night? Hearing Mariah Carey and Jose Mari Chan wherever you go? Christmas is definitely here then! Even if the country’s health crisis has put a hold on large family gatherings and different face-to-face celebrations, it’s still a time when Filipinos can …
There is no doubt that the world is already enroute to recovery with different companies ramping up tests and production of COVID-19 vaccines. But as economies continue to open up, there still remains the threat of the pandemic, which maintains the heightened need for additional safety and security measures, especially for those who are travelling …
Aside from healthcare workers and uniformed personnel, there are many others who can be considered as frontline workers including those in the BPO, retail, hospitality, finance, and even the transport sectors. They have also been battling the pandemic to ensure that consumers have access to essential goods and services over the course of the nationwide …
A huge curve ball may have been thrown at us this 2020, but at least it gave us something to look forward to with new anime continuing to be released despite the pandemic. This just made anime fans one of the biggest winners of the year, but what’s even more awesome is the lineup for …
Filipino culture is rich with traditions and practices that have been passed down from one generation to another, and among these is the art of weaving. To keep this tradition alive, non-profit organization Rurungan sa Tubod Foundation (RSTF) has been teaching piña weaving technology to women in rural areas of Palawan. RSTF creates an alternative …
As of November 30, 2020, 08:45 PM, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte addressed the nation through a recorded speech to provide COVID-19 Updates. Below are the highlights of the briefing: PRRD started off his speech by celebrating Filipino hero Andres Bonifacio and honoring the heroic frontliners, especially the healthcare workers and uniformed personnel. Before giving the …
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai once said, “One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world.” Her words put emphasis on the power of education, and paint a picture of its importance in society. This is why the Department of Education (DepEd) and its education stakeholders and partners pushed for …