EXCITING REASONS TO VISIT SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON

SM City Olongapo Central beckons with countless exciting reasons to visit and be immersed in the holiday spirit. Picture-perfect moments await as you strike a pose at Santa’s Christmas Park, adorned with dazzling lights and festive ornaments, capturing magical selfies to treasure. Also, make Christmas more memorable with Santa Meet & Greet on December 25,… Read More EXCITING REASONS TO VISIT SM CITY OLONGAPO CENTRAL THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON

PBBM: PH to defend its sovereign rights in West Philippine Sea

By Priam Nepomuceno and Anna Leah Gonzales | December 11, 2023 MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said China’s aggressive actions against Filipino vessels further steeled the country’s determination to defend and protect the nation’s jurisdiction in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). “The aggression and provocations perpetrated by the China Coast Guard and their Chinese Maritime… Read More PBBM: PH to defend its sovereign rights in West Philippine Sea

Cayetano: Bill on nuclear regulation not meant to build nuke plant

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Friday assured the public that the proposed Philippine Nuclear Regulation Act is not meant to build a nuclear power plant but to create an institution that will regulate all existing radioactive material usage in the country.  Cayetano made the statement during the public hearing on Senate Bill No. 1194 (Comprehensive… Read More Cayetano: Bill on nuclear regulation not meant to build nuke plant

Philippine Christmas Resupply Convoy Canceled After Chinese Warship Harassment

AARON-MATTHEW LARIOSA | USNI NEWS, DECEMBER 11, 2023 A civilian-led convoy canceled its plans to deliver donated supplies and Christmas gifts to Philippine outposts across the South China Sea after China harassed Philippine vessels near Second Thomas and Scarborough Shoals over the weekend. Setting off from El Nido, Palawan on Saturday, the Atin Ito Coalition of… Read More Philippine Christmas Resupply Convoy Canceled After Chinese Warship Harassment

Philippine festive flotilla turns back after Chinese interception

Forty fishing boats loaded with donations, Father Christmas figurines and nativity had set sail in disputed South China Sea By Rebecca Ratcliffe | South-east Asia correspondent | The Guardian, December 10, 2023 A Philippine mission to bring Santa Claus to the South China Sea to spread holiday cheer to fisherfolk, troops and coastguard officials was cut short after… Read More Philippine festive flotilla turns back after Chinese interception

Cebu Pacific celebrates Christmas with 8-day seat sale; fares as low as PhP 88

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, joins the holiday festivities as it rolls out its eight-day Christmas seat sale. From December 11 to 18, 2023, guests may book flights to domestic and international destinations on sale for as low as PHP 88 (one-way base fare exclusive of fees and surcharges). The travel period… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates Christmas with 8-day seat sale; fares as low as PhP 88

North Luzon SM Malls give Christmas cheer to communities

SM Supermalls in North Luzon spread Christmas cheers as they held simultaneous gift-giving activities on Dec. 6, distributing more than 4,000 Christmas packs all over the region through its charity arm SM Foundation Inc. (SMFI). Celebrating the true meaning of Christmas, the gift-giving brought smiles and cheers to chosen beneficiaries in the region and further… Read More North Luzon SM Malls give Christmas cheer to communities

New law to provide more protection for Pinoy caregivers 

SENATE Majority Leader Joel Villanueva hailed the enactment of the law putting in place policies for the protection of rights and welfare of caregivers, including Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Republic Act No. 11965 or the Caregivers’ Welfare Act was signed by President Bongbong Marcos on November 28, 2023 after years of deliberation in Congress. “As we recognize… Read More New law to provide more protection for Pinoy caregivers 

Palawan sailors join ‘Atin Ito Coalition’ flotilla

By Izza Reynoso | December 9, 2023 PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan – Sailing enthusiasts and activists from this province on Saturday joined the Manila-based “Atin Ito Coalition” flotilla in El Nido, which would sail off to disputed parts of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on Sunday. Joaquin Ortega, convenor of the Palawan Patriots for Peace and Progress… Read More Palawan sailors join ‘Atin Ito Coalition’ flotilla

Philippines eyes coast guard fleet base in Subic

MANILA (Kyodo) — The Philippines is considering building a new coast guard fleet base in Subic Bay, a strategic harbor facing the South China Sea that used to host a U.S. Navy base, the country’s coast guard chief said Tuesday. Admiral Ronnie Gavan, commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, said the search for a location… Read More Philippines eyes coast guard fleet base in Subic