In preparation for Holy Week, Christians prepare themselves spiritually by reflecting on the events of Christ’s life and death. This weeklong period of prayer and fasting culminates on Holy Wednesday, when Christians commemorate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The Holy Week (also known as Passion Week) is a week of fasting and penance observed…
Earlier today, news broke out about the Philippine Eagle Pamana getting shot dead. Pamana is a rehabilitated Philippine eagle and was just released into the wild June 12 of this year. The Philippine Egale Foundation (PEF) who found Pamana’s remains stated that its body had a 533 puncture wound and could have died approximately 9…
Happy Wednesday Hump Day! It’s just a couple more nights before the weekend comes and to get you through, here are some of the best puns we’ve seen from the legendary pun master @Wansapunataym over at Twitter: pisting meowa! pic.twitter.com/OoWqPfSHsC — wansapunataym (@wansapunataym) July 21, 2015 may mga tropa sa davao na magtatayo ng 80s…
Are you tired of always paying too much for your airline tickets? With so many airlines, flight options, and prices, it can be overwhelming to find the best deal. But don’t worry! In this article, we’ll share 12 airline hacks to help you get better prices on your tickets and flights. FAQs: Q: Is it…
Sunday is a day of rest, relaxation, and reflection. It’s a day where you can spend quality time with your loved ones. But what about those times when you’re feeling down, stressed out, or sad? What do you say to cheer yourself up? Here are 50 quotes that will inspire you to smile again: I…
The Petro Gazz Angels drew first blood in its best-of-three series for third place after beating the Choco Mucho Flying Titans, 25-21, 25-15, 22-25, 25-20, in Game One in the Premier Volleyball League Open Conference on Wednesday afternoon at the PCV Socio Civic and Cultural Center in Bacarra. After suffering a third-set meltdown, the Angels…
Every Filipino is celebrating and feeling the moment as—FINALLY—we won our first ever Olympic Gold Medal. It’s that goosebumps and a sweet heartache you feel as you watch video clips of our national anthem played internationally, as a sign of triumph! Tokyo Olympics 2020 Gold Medalist Hidilyn Francisco Diaz, 30, born February 20, 1991, is…
Film enthusiasts will again have their fill of Filipino movies of international caliber when the Sinag Maynila 2020 Independent Film Festival screens in selected cinemas from March 17 to 24, 2020. This year marks the sixth edition of the filmfest known for its “Sine Lokal, Pang-International” selections. Sinag Maynila is the brainchild of globally famous…
Here are the 2025 holidays in the country: The Philippines is known for its vibrant festivals, long weekends, and a rich cultural heritage, making holidays an eagerly awaited part of the year. In 2025, the calendar is packed with national holidays that provide perfect opportunities for vacations, family gatherings, and cultural celebrations. Whether you’re planning…
Counting the days until you can enjoy the weekend again? Some experts say that half the fun comes in the planning so if you’re a movie buff, you might want to polish that calendar of yours and add the following movies to your schedule – London Has Fallen In London for the Prime Minister’s funeral,…
“Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.” – Thomas Edison Edison’s words are what inspired the creation of 99u, Behance’s effort “to provide the missing curriculum for making ideas happen.” Through their website, events, books, and more, this New York-based brand compels creative minds to make their great ideas a reality by providing “action-oriented insights from…
Almost three years since Pres. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino III signed Republic Act (RA) No. 10175, also known as the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012, government agencies have finalized the Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 10175 last Wednesday. More than a year after the Supreme Court upheld the law’s constitutionality against crimes on the Internet,…