MANILA, July 22 (Mabuhay) — President Aquino announced in his 4th State of the Nation Address (SONA) that he is pushing for a slight increase in the Social Security System (SSS) contribution rate. Aquino noted that the SSS had 21 across-the-board pension increases from 1980 to 2012, but the contribution rate has only been raised […]
MANILA (Mabuhay) — Despite being in the Senate minority, Senator Nancy Binay believes she and her colleagues will not be bullied. In an ambush interview, Binay said: “With the likes of Sen. [Juan Ponce] Enrile, Sen. [Gringo] Honasan, I won’t think kaya kaming ma-bully ng majority.” Enrile became minority leader on Tuesday, during the start […]
MANILA (Mabuhay) — Ilocos Norte Rep. Imelda Marcos slipped after attending the inaugural session of the House of Representatives on Monday. The 84-year-old former First Lady, who won another bid as Ilocos Norte representative, left after the session to proceed to her office at the North Wing when she slipped at the North Lobby stairs. […]
MANILA (Mabuhay) — President Benigno Aquino III on Monday said his administration will be expanding the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), the government’s flagship poverty alleviation program, so it includes even 18 year olds in poor families to ensure an increase in the high school graduation rate. “Sa susunod na taon magiging saklaw na […]
RIYADH (AFP) – Saudi Arabia announced on Tuesday new rules to protect the rights of foreign domestic workers, most of whom are from South Asia, but stressed they must “respect” Islam and “obey” their employers. Labour Minister Adel Faqih said the new rules require employers to pay workers “the agreed monthly salary without delay, and give […]
Young actress Julia Barretto said she is excited for the showbiz comeback of her aunt, Claudine Barretto, despite an ongoing feud between her and her other relatives. “Oh she’s coming back. I’m excited for that,” Julia said. “Siyempre I’m a fan. I’m still a fan of my tita and her movies, mga ganoon. So I’m […]
Homestead Schools is dedicated to educate young people in the fine but demanding art of health care so they can take their place in the ever-expanding job market and become productive members of the society. Toward this end, the school is always refining and realigning its programs to make its graduates more attractive to prospective […]
By Elena Johnson A simple summer favorite like potato salad can easily be made healthier by using an egg-free mayonnaise. Try Follow Your Heart’s Vegenaise or Earth Balance’s Mindful Mayo for a rich, creamy flavor without the artery-clogging cholesterol. Leaving the skin on the red potatoes gives the dish added color and texture. This updated […]
Los Angeles, 16 July 2013 – The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles attended the 27th Anniversary of the Old Fort MacArthur Days held at the Fort MacArthur Museum and the Historic Osgood-Farley Battery Site in San Pedro, Los Angeles County on 13 July 2013. The Consulate representatives were led by Deputy Consul General Daniel […]
by : Rey Andres Atty. Linda Sarno is a Christian who has been endowed with enviable gifts from God which she unselfishly shares with her fellowmen. Many attest to her passion and drive in leading advocacies which she earnestly pursues even when her health conditions made it difficult for her to do so. As one […]