New coach, almost same system for NCAA dynasty-seeking Knights
MANILA, Philippines -- There are just minimal adjustments to the current system of the Letran Knights even if the four-peat-seeking team is being handled by a new coach.
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DOH, Watsons partner for generic medicine use advocacy
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) and health, beauty and wellness retailer Watsons have partnered to advocate for the use of generic medicines.
Jo Koy Lands Two More Stand-Up Specials at Netflix; the Next One Will Tape This November in Brooklyn (EXCLUSIVE)
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Jo Koy is extending his relationship with Netflix, signing a deal to bring his next two stand-up comedy specials to the streamer. The specials will mark Koy’s fifth and sixth with Netflix; first up, the next one will tape at the Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on November 10 and 11, with an expected 2024 premiere. Art & Industry is producing that special.
PTFoMS grateful for House approval of media workers’ welfare bill
MANILA – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) on Thursday welcomed the decision of the House of Representatives to approve on final reading a proposed measure seeking to provide media workers with hazard pay, a living wage, employment safety, and additional insurance and hospitalization benefits.
2023 Korean film fest presents 'Ka-ja! Korea Through Films'
MANILA – Buckle up as the 2023 Korean Film Festival (KFF) brings the “Ka-ja! Korea Through Films” featuring Korea's finest movies from Sept. 22 to 26.
FOI vital for gov't transparency, accountability: PCOO exec
MANILA – Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Undersecretary and acting deputy presidential spokesperson Michel Kristian “Kris” Ablan believes that the Freedom of Information (FOI) policy under the administration of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte will be vital in ensuring transparency and accountability in the incoming administration of President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
Marcos admin vows safe, secure environment for media workers
MANILA – The Marcos administration is committed to providing a “safe and secure” environment to the Philippine press, the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) said on Friday.
Congress urged to pass FOI bill before Duterte's term ends
MANILA – It's time to have an all-encompassing Freedom of Information (FOI) mechanism in the Philippines, a Palace official said Thursday as he renewed his call for Congress to pass a FOI Bill before the term of President Rodrigo Duterte ends.