Archive for the ‘Environment’ Category

Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) Members all over the world will once again commemorate and celebrate its founding anniversary in the Philippines on July 27, 2010. INC ecclesiastical districts all over the world will celebrate the event with ... Full story

“Brown Strokes on a White Canvas” will kick off a month-long series of exhibits at the Philippine Embassy in June commemorating the 112th anniversary of Philippine Independence. Now on its seventh year, “Brown Strokes” will feature the works of more than 20 Filipino and Filipino-American artists, including Red Mansueto whose work is shown here. “Brown Strokes” will ... Full story

An exhibit inspired by the lyrics of the Philippines’ national anthem will be launched at the Embassy of the Philippines in commemoration of the 112th anniversary of Philippine Independence. Chicago-based visual artist Paul C. Balan’s “Lupang Hinirang” Series 1-10 features ten 24” by 18” striking ... Full story

The Philippine Embassy announced a full slate of art exhibits – from paintings to pottery - in the month of June to commemorate the 112th anniversary of Philippine independence. Showcasing Filipino artistry, craftsmanship and heritage, June month begins with the launch ... Full story

The National Economic Development Board (NEDA) agreed today to eliminate the tariff on crude oil, refined petroleum products, asphalt, rolled coils and other products to help stabilize prices and rein in inflation. Trade Secretary Jesli ... Full story

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s peace initiatives in Mindanao have paid off and mechanisms are in place for the next administration to build upon the gains to sustain peace and development in the region, Secretary Jesus Dureza, chairman of the newly-created Mindanao Development Authority (MDA said today. Dureza added that the ceasefire between government forces and the rebel Moro ... Full story

President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was publicly conferred today the “Minero” Award, a significant tribute from the private mining sector, during a ceremony in Manila where she also received special honors for her policy initiatives that produced ... Full story

The country’s first-ever National Center for Geriatric Health (NCGH) is now providing specialized services for the elderly many of them belonging to the marginalized sector. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Charito Planas said this is part of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s social safety net and health services program ... Full story

Malacañang today expressed satisfaction over the four-step improvement in the ranking of the Philippines in the World Competitiveness Yearbook released by Switzerland-based IMD World Competitiveness Center. In a press briefing, Presidential Spokesperson Ricardo Saludo said the government felt gratified by the rating improvement because it ... Full story

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo today stressed that development and economic growth must be alongside environment protection. In her message at the Lions Club 61st Multiple District Convention this morning at the Araneta Coliseum, the President said the theme of the Convention ... Full story