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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) advised the affected communities to be vigilant on the health hazards of volcanic ash to human health as alert level 4 was raised over Mayon Volcano in Legazpi, Albay. According to PRC Health Services, exposure to falling ash may cause a number of health problems especially respiratory illnesses such as nose and throat irritation, coughing, bronchitis-like illness, and discomfort while breathing. Eye irritation and minor skin problems are also among […]
Anak TV will honor this December 8 the choices made by thousands of Filipino jurors after a year-long assessment of television programs. The association of TV networks will also recognize personalities selected as worthy of emulation by children by inducting them into the Roster of Makabata Stars. The iconic seal on Philippine television, Anak TV, is bestowed by parents, teachers, nongovernment organizations, and other sectors of society on television programs, which, in their estimate, are wholesome […]
Israel, has broken its tourism record in Philippines along with reaching a whopping 3 million tourists arrival mark this year. More than 17,000 Filipinos have already visited Israel until October, 2017 marking a growth of 62% from January to October vis-à-vis the same period last year as per statistics released by Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT). Speaking about the growth, Hassan Madah – Director, Israel Ministry of Tourism Philippines said, “This has been the best […]
Philippine Red Cross’ humanitarian run, the Million Volunteer Run (MVR) 4, is ready to set the record for humanity. #REDSetGo: Get ready to run for humanity, set the number of runners in the Guinness book of world record, go for the fourth time and let us all save lives! Join the MVR 4 and experience a nationwide run in serving humanity and highlighting the spirit of volunteerism, on October 21, 2017 at the Quirino Grandstand, […]
Have you always dreamt of pursuing higher education abroad? Now is the time to embark on a journey of a lifetime – travelling around and learning from the best European universities at the European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2017. EHEF will be held on October 18, 2017 at the Grand Atrium of Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong, and will feature more than 20 higher education institutions from Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, […]
The year 2017 marks the 80th anniversary of one of the most extraordinary humanitarian stories on the eve of World War II which centers around the Philippines. This is the Open Door policy initiated and installed by Manuel L. Quezon and the rescue of 1,300 Jewish souls from the Holocaust. Over the past years, the story was highlighted in a variety of ways, with additional research that shed some light on the very unique decision-making […]
Australia’s most outstanding Filipino alumni were honored recently at the 2017 Australian Excellence Alumni Awards. Presented by the Australian Embassy, the awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of Filipinos who have studied and trained in Australia. Australian Ambassador to the Philippines Amanda Gorely congratulated this year’s batch of finalists during the awarding ceremony at the iconic Manila Hotel. “A common feature resonating across our finalists today is their strong desire to return to the Philippines […]
Broadway’s greatest dance musical West Side Story premieres at The Theatre at Solaire next month. West Side Story comes to Manila as part of a worldwide tour, following sold-out seasons around the world, including London, Paris, Sydney and Berlin. Boasting of a young all-American cast, many of whom come direct from Broadway, West Side Story will be playing for a strictly limited 3-week season beginning Aug. 10. Tickets are now on sale at ticketworld.com.ph. The […]
Effective July 19, 2017, all portable electronic devices (PED) – larger than a cellphone or smartphone – of passengers bound for the United States will be subjected to additional airport screening. This move is in line with the new set of security directives issued by the United States Department of Homeland Security requiring airlines flying from last point of departure to the US. The new US security directive, which will be in effect until 30 […]
Among the thousands of applicants who tried out for the Czech Government Scholarship in the past year, three aspiring young Filipino individuals have been successfully accepted to study in two of the most premier universities in the Czech Republic, with tuition, living costs as well as necessary medical expenses covered by the scholarship. This September, Myka Mae Duran, Rush Salonga and Jean Ramon Yap will begin their academic journey as future engineers and scientists at the Technical […]
Amidst the ongoing military clashes in Marawi City, evacuees can now attend to their basic hygiene needs, such as taking a bath and proper washing. The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has installed 20 portalets in Iligan, Lanao del Norte, and Lanao del Sur, which will benefit the thousands of displaced individuals currently staying in evacuation centers. The Saguiaran Evacuation Center was provided with eight portalets (four for males, and four for females), Pantar, Lanao del […]
From Defense to Science, from Education to Trade, a wave of new agreements pave the way for Philippine-Czech cooperation. From the first Czech Jesuit missionaries in Manila and the Visayas in 1680s to Czech defenders of Bataan during WW2, the Czech relations with the Philippines bore deep roots. Besides Filipino pilgrims visiting Prague’s Santo Nino to the tourists eager to walk the city’s historical center, scientists and businessmen are nowadays the most frequent Filipino visitors […]
