The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
Today in History on July 20, 1961, Philippine President Carlos P. Garcia signed Administrative Order 359, specifically prohibiting public officers from entering into deals with the kin of President, VP, Senator, Senate President, & House Speaker. Context: Earlier, the Garcia administration prosecuted a Quezon City NAMARCO rice retailer allegedly selling rice at P1.20, when … Read more
PWD Benefits in the Philippines In celebration of the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week, check out the list of benefits and privileges entitled to all Persons with disabilities (PWD) cardholders. Share this to all concerned PWDs. Enumerated hereunder are Benefits and Privileges of PWD Cardholders: 1. 20% discount and VAT exemption: lodging establishments … Read more
The Sacobia Bridge (Airport-New Clark City Access Road-Phase 1) is 88% complete. The Sacobia Bridge is designed to accommodate six-car lanes and additional two lanes for bicycles and pedestrians. It does not only cut travel time between New Clark City and Clark International Airport to 15 minutes but also offers a stunning view and breathtaking … Read more
The Lying Lady The wondrous of Maragondon range comprises the form of a woman, with Mt. Pico de Loro and Mt. Palay-Palay forming the face, Mt. Bulbok and Mt. Tala the breast, Mt. Buntis as shaped like a belly of a pregnant woman and Mt. Marami with Silyang Bato forming the legs. This trail … Read more
Oldest Filipino Bishop Dies at age 96. Retired Bishop Manuel Sobreviñas passed away at Cardinal Santos Medical Center in San Juan City at 12:45 PM, according to his diocese chancery office. He began serving in the catholic church in 1951 and retired at the age of 77 in October 2001. Pumanaw si retired Bishop Manuel … Read more