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PH embassy inaugurates consulate in Botswana

Manila, June 9 -- The Philippines has formally reopened its consular mission in Gaborone, Botswana following its temporary closure in March 2022. In a news release Monday, the Department of Foreign A... Read More


'Health champion' schools get equipment ahead of class opening

Manila, June 9 -- Schools across the country received health equipment and medical services as part of this year's "Brigada Eskwela" kickoff event Monday, ahead of the opening of classes next week. A... Read More


Japan parliament approves military access pact with PH

Manila, June 6 -- Japan's Diet on Friday approved a significant defense agreement permitting Japanese forces' deployment to the Philippines for joint military exercises with Filipino troops. "We welc... Read More


Sweden appoints new non-resident defense attache to PH

Manila, June 6 -- Defense cooperation between Sweden and the Philippines has taken a significant step forward with the recent appointment of new defense attaches by both countries, reflecting growing ... Read More


PHLPost releases commemorative stamps in honor of Pope Francis

Manila, June 5 -- The Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) released on Thursday a special commemorative stamp honoring the late Pope Francis to celebrate his legacy of faith, compassion, and service to h... Read More


DOT assures Korean community of strengthened tourist safety measures

Manila, June 2 -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Monday reaffirmed its strong commitment to ensuring the safety and security of South Korean tourists, who currently represent the Philippines' larg... Read More


PSMID: Wearing of masks will not prevent spread of mpox

Manila, June 2 -- Wearing face mask will not prevent the spread of mpox (monkeypox), a group of specialists in infectious diseases said Monday, amid information circulating online saying that mandator... Read More


Newly elected officials urged to prioritize fight vs. NCDs

Manila, May 30 -- A health group on Friday called on newly elected officials to confront non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which it describes as a public health crisis. The Healthy Philippines Allian... Read More


DOH suspends new regulatory fees, charges for health products

Manila, May 30 -- The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday suspended the increase in fees for facility registration and certificate of product registration for health products. In a public advisory, ... Read More


Books on the sidewalk: An old man's dream library

Manila, May 30 -- In his later years, Hernando Gunlao - affectionately known as Tatay Nanie - found a quiet yet powerful way to leave a lasting mark. Trusting the whisper of his heart, he opened a lib... Read More