Installation of new Virac bishop set June 26

MANILA: The installation of Father Luisitio Occiano as the new bishop of the Diocese of Virac has been set on June 26.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) news website reported on Wednesday that the bishop-elect will be install…

P8-M allocated for Tagum City’s founding anniversary events

TAGUM CITY: The city government here has allocated PHP8 million for this year’s 26th founding anniversary celebration on March 7, an official said Wednesday.

In a press briefing, Mayor Rey Uy said the budget was for major events such as the Musikahan…

President attends announcement of People’s Artist, Meritorious Artist title winners

Hanoi: President Vo Van Thuong attended a ceremony in Hanoi on March 6 to present the titles of People’s Artist and Meritorious Artist – the noble rewards of the Party and State given to individuals with outstanding contributions and long-term commitm…

US rebukes China for ‘provocative acts’ that hurt 4 Filipinos in WPS

MANILA: The US State Department criticized China for its ‘provocative actions’ in the West Philippine Sea, including the use of water cannons against a resupply boat that injured four Filipino service members while they were en route to Ayungin Shoal….

Zubiri belittles leadership ‘coup’ rumors

MANILA: Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri dismissed on Wednesday rumors about efforts to replace him as Senate president.

In a press briefing, Zubiri said 17 senators signed a manifesto, maintaining their support for his leadership.

Those who sign…

BIR names BARMM education ministry as top taxpayer

COTABATO: The Ministry of Basic, Higher, and Technical Education in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MBHTE-BARMM) has been recognized as a top taxpayer under the national government agency category for 2023.

‘It was an exemplary d…

DSWD’s ‘Tara Basa!’ tutoring program to kick off in Cebu City

MANILA: The expanded implementation of the ‘Tara Basa!’ tutoring program will kick off in Cebu City soon, a senior official of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said on Wednesday.

Assistant Secretary for Strategic Communications…