The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines is marking the 111th birth anniversary of President Ramon Magsaysay this Friday, 31 August 2018, at his childhood home, now the Museo ni Ramon Magsaysay in Castillejos, Zambales. Among the highlights of the event is the unveiling of a new full-body statue of the former president and the … Read more
Update: Filipino Sign Language Act (Republic Act 11106) Senator Loren Legarda is elated to know that the Filipino Sign Language bill has been approved on 3rd reading. As one of its authors, this measure will build a more inclusive Philippine society, providing better access to government services, info and education for our deaf community. Learning … Read more
Philhealth members were warned against disclosing Philhealth Information. The Philhealth or Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, in its advisory No.2018-0059 warned its members against disclosing Philhealth information. Philhealth Advisory No.2018-0059 We have received reports about certain lending agencies requesting for Philhealth information specifically the applicant’s name and Philhealth identification Number in order to expedite … Read more
The Commission of Appointments Confirmed the Appointment of 38 Philippine Foreign Service Officers. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) extended its gratitude to the Commission of Appointments for the smooth confirmation of 38 Philippine Foreign Service officers on 15 August 2018. The Commission on Appointments (CA) consists of the President of the Senate, as … Read more
Strengthened Anti-Hospital Detention Bill proposed. Senator of the Philippines, Risa Hontiveros is pushing for more severe penalties for hospitals and clinics that do not allow their patients to leave or to be discharge unless the hospital or clinic bill is paid. According to the good Senator, Hospitals and clinics are a place of treatment … Read more