Hybrid European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) 2022 gathers 1,900 on-site participants

A total of 1,900 students, academicians, researchers and faculty attended the recent Hybrid European Higher Education Fair on-site in Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong.

EHEF 2022 also recorded an average of more than 6,000 online participants navigating the EHEF website at www.ehefphilippines.com or the EHEF Facebook platform.

In his opening speech, H.E. Luc Véron, European Union Ambassador to the Philippines, said “As the European Union celebrates the 2022 International Year of the Youth, we focus on enabling youth to innovate and to help build a better future – greener, more inclusive and digital.”

SM Cares leads kick-off of National Bike Weekend in Pasay City

Fun Bike Ride, Bike Safety Clinic, and livelihood program launch held to promote cycling

SM Cares together with the local government of Pasay City kicked off the National Bike Weekend and the Foundation Week of the City last November 26 at SM By the Bay in the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

Hundreds of cyclists joined "Padyak Pasay: Moving Together Towards One Eco City," a fun bike ride around the Mall of Asia Complex as part of the festivities. The bike ride celebrated Pasay as an eco-city, as the local government endeavors to make environmental awareness a driving force to achieve greater growth and development for the city. Pasay City Mayor Hon. Emi Calixto-Rubiano opened the bike ride, together with City Councilors and representatives of SM Prime Holdings, Inc., SM Supermalls, the Department of Transportation (DOTr), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and bike organizations such as BeeSeekleta For Every Juan.

RP Blu Boys Give Team USA a Scare

The Blu Boys showed the other teams competing in the men's softball World Cup in Auckland, New Zealand that they are there to compete.

Matched up against perennial champions United States in their very first game, the Cebuana Lhuillier -backed Blu Boys gave a real scare to the American team who could only eke out 1-0  victory.

Nicholas Mullins scored the lone run in the 3rd inning off a wild pitch by top Filipino pitcher  Leo Barredo  that allowed the Americans to score the winning.

SM Cares, SM Prime lead turnover of food carts to SM PadyaKabuhayan Program beneficiaries

SM Cares and SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime) recently led the turnover ceremony of bike food carts to the pioneer beneficiaries of the SM PadyaKabuhayan Program, an initiative that aims to provide sustainable sources of income to those in need with a focus on sustainable mobility. 

The ceremony was held last Dec. 5 at Pasay City Hall and was graced by representatives from SM Cares, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the City's local government unit, and Kalye Negosyo.

Celebrate Rotary Family Day At Greenfield District

The Rotary of Greenfield District in partnership with the Greenfield District Corporation will be holding the Rotary Family Day on 26 November 2022, Saturday, at the Central Park of Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City, dubbed “A Family Day to Remember!” 

The Rotary Family Day will feature fun activities for all members of the Rotary family, a Pet Fashion Show that will surely bring smiles to everyone’s faces. There will be an E-sports tournament and an auto show in partnership with Mazdatech Philippines. 

Surrounding these events are yummy food booths and sellers for unique finds. More importantly, throughout the day, Rotary will showcase the different areas where Rotary makes a difference. There will be a Bloodletting activity as well as Recycling stations. Drop by at the Central Park and experience Rotary!

Vending machines for charity ‘Light the World Giving Machines’ return to PH this Christmas

“Who needs my light today?”

This is the question that the 2022 Light the World initiative poses as an invitation for people to not only ponder but also to act on it.

Returning this year are the popular Light the World Giving Machines. These giving-focused vending machines offer a unique and memorable way to share light by serving and caring for others. Giving Machines include items such as food, hygiene kits, educational materials and resources, water treatment, emergency and repair kits, vitamins, eyeglasses, medical kits, gardening tools, and psychosocial support.

Philippine Coast Guard wins in Family Feud, benefits World Vision’s cause for children

They came, they fought, and they conquered.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) won big time against Philippine Air Force when they competed on GMA Network’s Family Feud. The Air Force were triumphant in the first round but the Coast Guards took the steal and headed for the win until the last set.

PCG dedicated their game for children and have identified World Vision as their charitable institution to receive a portion of their total winnings. Their pledge will go a long way in helping out the most vulnerable children in the country. 

PCG Spokesperson Commodore Armando Balilo, who himself was a former World Vision sponsored child, attested, “My World Vision sponsor gave me the opportunity, so now, together with my team, we would like to pay it forward, knowing that many children will be given the opportunity to live their lives at the fullest.” The support from the PCG team will indeed help transform lives.

Zone V Camera Club goes beyond creativity, blending love of art with charitable advocacy

Since its founding in 1978, Zone Five Camera Club (ZVCC), a guild of aesthetes who share a love for photography, has become one of the most renowned fine art photography clubs in the country today.

Having gained recognition at local and international photography competitions, its membership has combined their passion for photography as an art form equally with a passion for creating a difference in people’s lives.

For years, ZVCC has been holding exhibits and fund-raising activities to support the advancement of the education of underprivileged students at an annual charity-event fittingly called: Images of H.O.P.E. (HELPING OTHERS PROSPER & EXCEL).

World Vision launches emergency response to children and families affected by Super Typhoon Karding

In the aftermath of Super Typhoon Karding (international name Noru), which affected over 640,963 individuals across the Philippines, World Vision mobilizes its responding teams to the landfall sites and the hardest-hit provinces of Aurora and Quezon.

The Super Typhoon Karding has recently affected seven regions in the country, namely Regions 1, 2, 3, and 5, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and CAR.

Among the priority needs identified and expressed by the typhoon-stricken population are food, emergency shelter support, livelihood, and assistance for learning continuity children. A lot of schools in the area have been damaged and rendered not safe for teachers and students to hold classes. The agricultural provinces of Aurora, Quezon including towns Nakar and Burdeos, and other areas in Central Luzon have also experienced massive flooding due to the typhoon, damaging major crops including rice which could been harvested this month of October.

United City FC To Officially Represent Central Luzon First UCFC Home Matches Hosted In October In Clark City

Photo Caption Left to Right: Juan Esteva, Director of Football United City Football Club (UCFC), Alan Robertson, Team Captain United City Football Club (UCFC), Eric Gottschalk, President United City Football Club (UCFC), Alvin Yalung President Central Luzon Football Association (CLFA), Arrey Perez BCDA Senior Vice President, Corporate Services Group, Mark Hartmann Team Captain United City Football Club (UCFC), Atty. Edwin Gastanes General Secretary Philippine Football Federation (PFF), Nikko David President, MTD Philippines

Philippines Football League (PFL) defending national champion United City Football Club (UCFC) is set to start hosting its official home matches during the ongoing 2022/23 PFL season at the New Clark City Athletics Stadium from October onwards, bringing excitement and live matches to football fans in Central Luzon.

World Vision awards One For Children seal to Delex Pharma International, Inc.

Honoring their remarkable support for children over the years, Delex Pharma International was the latest recipient of World Vision’s One for Children Seal. 

Awarded in their partner recognition ceremony called Project Salute, the plaque of recognition was given to Delex Pharma International to recognize the remarkable support the company has been providing World Vision and its projects for children.

World Vision Resource Development Director Jun Godornes, Donor Care Manager, Precious Basco, and Major Donor Engagement Specialist, Monseratt Luna, handed the award to Delex Pharma Managers present at the event. Joining the ceremony virtually were CEO & Chairman of the Board J. de Ruyter C. Oroceo and Vice President for Operations Noel B. Omandam. The ceremony was held at the Delex Pharma office in Sauyo, Quezon City.

Allianz PNB Life bags triple honors at the 19th Philippine Quill Awards

Allianz PNB Life recently received recognition for three of its programs and campaigns, entered under three separate categories, at the 19th Philippine Quill Awards. This was announced on May 27, 2022. A virtual awarding ceremony took place on August 18, 2022.

The award-winning programs were Allianz PNB Life’s Work Well Program, a human resource initiative intended to foster a healthy working environment for its employees during the pandemic, which was entered into the category Internal Communication; Allianz Ride Safe, the company’s advocacy campaign encouraging a healthier lifestyle through biking while also addressing the mobility issue caused by the pandemic, which was entered into the Corporate Social Responsibility category; and the No Filter campaign, the company’s Audio/Visual entry that was intended to convey the brand message of sustainability and environmental awareness through a digital film.

Filipino gaming platform OKBet draws festive cheers during MPBL games in Bacolod

Local performers wearing festive masks and costumes
 entertaining the crowd last July 18 at the
University of St. La Salle Gymnasium in Bacolod City

Basketball games were extra festive and colorful in Bacolod as the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League's (MPBL) title sponsor OKBet delivered on its promise to bring the city’s MassKara Festival to life a few months earlier this year.

OKBet, the rising star in the local sports entertainment industry and MPBL's official partner for its ongoing fourth regular season, kicked off the two-day "OKBet Goes To Bacolod" event last July 18 at the University of St. La Salle Gymnasium, coinciding with the highly-anticipated games of the country's top regional basketball league.

Among the four teams that played is the city's very own Bacolod Bingo Plus, one of the top performing teams so far this season in the south division — all the more reason for the dubbed “City of Smiles” to cheer and beam with glee.

Metro Clark Waste Management expands landfill’s capacity, says larger engineered landfills needed to meet PH waste disposal requirements

The company has completed its P350M expansion for its Clark landfill.

A total of seven hectares was developed to accommodate the continued demand for clients’ waste disposal needs.

MCWM said more and larger landfills are needed nationwide to address the country's growing waste crisis.

Leading waste management firm, Metro Clark Waste Management (MCWM), recently completed a major expansion project at its landfill facility in Kalangitan, Clark, Pampanga. The country’s first engineered sanitary landfill was expanded to fulfill MCWM’s mission to provide world-class waste disposal services to more cities, municipalities, and industrial clients in Central Luzon. The company pointed out that all projections by both local and foreign experts show that the volume of Philippine waste will continue to increase, and already exceeds the total capacity of existing landfills in the country.

World Vision honors LBC Hari ng Padala Foundation, Inc. with One For Children Seal

World Vision Development Foundation Resource Director Jun Godornes, LBC Express NEMM Area Manager Richard Gonato and LBC Foundation Program Officer Melissa Ann Macarubbo

World Vision awarded the One for Children seal to LBC Hari ng Padala Foundation, Inc. in a Project Salute ceremony. The award was given to recognize the overwhelming support that LBC has provided over the years. The plaque was handed over by World Vision Development Foundation Resource Director Jun Godornes to LBC Express NEMM Area Manager Richard Gonato and LBC Foundation Program Officer Melissa Ann Macarubbo.

Sagip Babae Foundation Launches to Create Safe Spaces Online for Women Survivors of Abuse

Sagip Babae Foundation is a newly created organization dedicated to offering safe spaces for women who have suffered from—and survived—domestic violence, sexual harassment, and abuse in its myriad forms. Because such experiences can have severe short- or long-term effects on victims’ mental health, Sagip Babae will stress on granting aid and relief for these women in the aftermath of their ordeal. 

The foundation officially launches its operations on July 29 at Bondi&Bourke in Makati. The occasion will mark the start of Sagip Babae Foundation’s online Facebook community for women survivors of abuse, giving them access to various activities and resources that may prove beneficial in their journey towards healing and recovery.

MVP, Kevin Tan top bill business icons in 2022 National PR Congress this September

Underscoring the important role of communications in shaping the Philippines in the next normal, MVP Group of Companies Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan and Alliance Global Group Chief Executive Officer Kevin L. Tan headline the list of business icons who will be leading thought-leadership conversations during the National Public Relations Congress hosted by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) to be held on September 1 and 2 at The Peninsula Manila in Makati City.

"We are very excited to present a roster of speakers and panelists, not just from the communications industry but also from the business community, who believe that the public relations profession is integral to their organizations' growth and success," says Harold Geronimo, APR, president, PRSP.

Takeda partners with CARE PH to improve and expand cancer research

(From left to right) Loreann Villanueva, Country Manager, Takeda Healthcare Philippines together with Igor Gomes, Takeda’s Cluster Head and General Manager for Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and Singapore (VMAPS) hands over Takeda’s grant to Dr. Beatrice Tiangco, Founder of CARE PH and Mr. Jojo Flores, Program and Administrative Officer of CARE PH

Biopharmaceutical leader Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc. has forged a partnership with 

Cancer Care Registry and Research Philippines Foundation (CARE PH) to expand cancer research efforts with the ambition to provide a comprehensive range of support for Filipino cancer patients. 

2 entries share 2022 WSC-2 title

Two top entries emerged victorious in the second edition of the 2022 World Slasher Cup 9-Cock Invitational Derby on Monday, June 6.

The combined entries of Roel C. Facundo, B. Joson, and J. Bacar (D' Shipper/ BBB) and Nyok, Tony, and Engr. Canlas (Guagua Cockpit 1) shared the coveted WSC title after scoring 8-1 win-loss record at the end of this year's prestigious derby at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

BP's Royce Hotel & Casino 2 entry, Antonio Celedio Jr.'s Bulldog entry, and KGWD Man/ Dr. Lapena's KGWD Man/ JL Balibago 2 entry bagged the runner-up honors, with 7.5 points each.

World Slasher Cup 2 pre-finals, finals kicks off on June 6

The much-awaited 4-cock pre-finals and grand finals of this year's World Slasher Cup 2 kick off this June 6, Monday, at the historic Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Top cockers Antonio Celedio Jr., Nyok/ Tony/ Engr. Canlas, and PT/ Francis Bagang all entered the finals with flawless 5-0 scores after winning the 2-cock elimination and the 3-cock semis with no losses. 

Right behind them is Ronald Del Rosario who scored 4.5 points at the end of the semi-final round.

Top names of the sports who went into the finals with 4-1 scores were Daday Siochi,  DC, Eric Lu, Ambo Concepcion, Chito Brraza, MBJ, Roel C. Facundo/ B. Joson/ J. Bacar, Masantol Cockpit, Gary Tubianosa/ Jay Soria, James Uy/ Papa Bravo, Noisy Boys of Guam, Mayor Neil Lizares/ Archie Locsin/ Johhny Jalandon, Newton Isaac, BP, and seven time WSC champion Patrick Antonio.

17 entries sokpa sa WSC 2 grand finals

Nasa 17 entries ang pasok na sa 4-cock grand finals ng 2022 World Slasher Cup 2 9-Cock Invitational Derby matapos makapagtala ng magandang iskor sa elimination at semi-final rounds ng naturang kompetisyon.

Lalarga ang pinakaabangang 4-cock pre-finals at grand finals sa Hunyo 6, Lunes, sa makasaysayang Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Pasok sa 4-cock grand finals sina Antonio Celedio Jr., Nyok/ Tony/ Engr. Canlas, at PT/ Francis Bagang na may 5-0 record matapos maipanalo ang lahat ng laban sa 2-cock elimination at 3-cock semi-finals.

Sasagupa din sa grand finals si Ronald Del Rosario na nakapagtala ng apat na panalo at isang tabla sa pagtatapos ng unang semi-final round nitong Huwebes ng gabi.

Aabante din sa huling round ng kompetisyon ang mga dating WSC champs na sina Mayor Cito Alberto at Nene Araneta, Fiscal Moises Villanueva, Toto De Pena, R.A. Sagum, KGWD Man/ Dr. Lapena, Dr. Lapena/ Bimbo, Robert Gaza, Bobby Torres/ Lowell Kaw, Replica/ Weind Gutz, Bong/ Ronald Espino, at BP na may tig-apat na panalo at isang talo.

World Slasher Cup 2 second round elims today

Top cockfighters from around the world started to battle out in the second round of the elimination of the 2022 World Slasher Cup 9-Cock Invitational Derby at the historic Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The derby's first elimination round featured 93 match-ups of the best cockfighters. Competitors with 2-0 record will move on to the 3-cock semi-finals on June 2, while those who scored at least a point in yesterday’s first round elims to stay in contention for the title.

Among the top fighters battling it out in the semi-finals are defending champion TJ Marquez, Engr. Rhemy Medrano, Antonio Celedio Jr., Nene Araneta, Caloy Colanding, Gov. Ito Ynares, Jun Gabriel, KGWD Man/ Dr. Lapena, Bimbo/Dr. Lapena, Danilo Garcia/Pando Lopez, Replica/Weind, PT/Francis Bagang, Bobby Torres/Lowell Kaw, Bong/Ronald Espino, Nyok/Tony/Engr. Canlas, BP, Robert Gaza, and Norman Bengco, all with 2-0 records each after the elimination round.

2022 World Slasher Cup 2 expected to attract world’s top cockers

Breeders, cockers, and enthusiasts come together for the Olympics of Cockfighting from May 31 to June 6

Get ready for non-stop action at the Smart Araneta Coliseum as the 2022 World Slasher Cup returns for its second leg. And just like the first edition last March, this new round is expected to once again attract some of the top names in the field of cockfighting from all over the Philippines and the world.

The 2022 World Slasher Cup 2 Invitational 9-Cock Derby will take place from May 31 to June 6 at its home at the Big Dome. While the matches will observe the traditional 9-cock derby format, bettors inside the venue will be provided kiosks for betting, or link to an online portal that can only be accessed through smartphones while inside the coliseum.

World Slasher Cup officially crowns new champ

TJ Marquez earns first WSC title after dominant performance 

After six-days of exhilarating cockfights featuring some of the biggest names at the World Slasher Cup (WSC) 2022, one competitor ruled above them all as TJ Marquez of Texas Cockpit Arena brought home the title of World Slasher Cup champion. 

Marquez has formally received his WSC trophy last April 6, 2022 at the Novotel Manila Araneta City after his phenomenal run at the cockfight matches held from March 21 to 27 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. 

“This is a dream come true for me. My victory here is really a huge blessing. I was given an avenue to promote traditional sabong. Thank you to the Araneta Coliseum management,” Marquez said after receiving his trophy. 

PH leg of 2022 UCI Gravel World Series ends on a triumphant note

Butuan native Riemon Lapaza topped the race amid a challenging terrain

With some of the most inspired riding and trying tracks in a race this year, the 2022 UCI Gravel World Series Philippines is in the books, literally in the history books, as being the starting point of the first-ever race series of its kind under the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). 

The multi-nation, multiple-leg race series kicked off last April 3, 2022 in Bongabon, Nueva Ecija, a picturesque municipality that has become a favorite destination within the global biking community for the past few years.

Zayed Sustainability Prize Opens Submissions for 2023 Cycle

Small and medium enterprises, non-profit organizations and high schools invited to submit entries before the 6 July 2022 deadline

The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global award for recognising organizations and high schools with sustainability solutions, has officially announced that the 2023 cycle is now open for submissions. 

Entries will be accepted until 6 July 2022 through the Prize’s online portal. Small to medium enterprises, non-profit organizations and high schools with sustainability solutions are invited to submit an entry for consideration in one of the five categories of Heath, Food, Energy, Water and Global High Schools.

World Vision, partners and ambassadors continue to provide emergency aid for Typhoon Odette survivors

Nearly 50,000 typhoon survivors assisted by relief efforts

Three months have passed since the Philippines was hit by torrential rains, violent winds, floods and storm surges due to Typhoon Odette (international name Rai). Overnight, the Typhoon displaced thousands of families, resulting in billions worth of damages as the country is still recovering from the effects of the pandemic. Since then, World Vision ambassadors continue to show their support for typhoon-affected communities through heartfelt activities to help raise funds for World Vision’s relief efforts.

Ogie Alcasid held a fundraising concert entitled Online Caroling for a Cause; Quest held the Bagong Yugto fundraising concert through Facebook Live in partnership with When In Manila; Christine and Julius Babao organized ArtReach 2021, a fundraising auction held by their Art PH advocacy in partnership with Art Rocks; and other World Vision ambassadors such as Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Joyce Pring, Juancho Trivino, and Marc Nelson provided donations to the relief efforts.

TJ Marquez tops 2022 World Slasher Cup 1

TJ Marquez (Texas Cockpit Arena) topped the 2022 World Slasher Cup 9-Cock Invitational Derby last Sunday, March 27, at the historic Smart Araneta Coliseum.

TJ's entry, which fielded Oakgrove, Roundhead and other bloodlines with oriental infusion, scored 8-1 win-loss record to bag the solo championship. This is his first WSC trophy.

Patrick Antonio's Sagupaan Complexor 3000/TERVIVAC entry and Gary Tubianosa and Jay Soria's Sta. Maria entry were pitted in the deciding championship match, but the fight ended in a draw. They bagged runner-up honors, with 7.5 points each.

Papa Bravo also scored 7.5 points, while Dennis Lumpay and Pablito Gregore ended the competition with 7 points, respectively.

WSC semis starts today

The first day of the 3-cock semi-finals of this year's World Slasher Cup 9-Cock Invitational Derby is happening on Wednesday, March 23, at the historic Smart Araneta Coliseum for entries that scored flawless wins in the elimination round.

Among the top fighters battling it out in the semi-finals are Engr. Mark Anthony Acebedo, Jun Topacio and Padz Barr, Iking Araneta, Doc Eddie Boy Cheng, Patrick Antonio, and RQP, all with 2-0 records each after the elimination round.

Another entry of RQP also scored 1.5 points, while the entries of Rudy Reyes, Kulit Alcala, Capt. Luis Tapia, Tony Marfori, Efren Canlas at Tony Boy Jr., Mayor Boyet Joson, Johnny Moore and John Seiner, and Papa Bravo, Raymond Velayo and Lito Cay, TJ Marquez, and Nene Araneta, all with 1-1 records each.

World Vision joins Child Rights organizations in lauding passage of End Child Rape Law

For years, the age to determine statutory rape in the Philippines has been the lowest in Asia and one of the lowest in the world. The passage of Republic Act 116481 or an act “providing for stronger protection against rape and sexual exploitation and abuse, increasing the age for determining the commission of statutory rape” responds not only to the Philippines’ obligation to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, but most importantly, to the call for stronger protection for victim-survivors of sexual violence. 

JAAF kicks off 20th anniversary by strengthening support for Bago City

J. Amado Araneta Foundation (JAAF), the social development arm of the Araneta Group, welcomes February 2022 with a special milestone -- the 20th year of the foundation (which started in 2002).  Coincidentally, it was also the 115th birth anniversary of the Company's founder Don Amado Araneta.

To celebrate the special milestones, JAAF kicked off a series of activities at a place that is close to Don Amado's heart: his birthplace, Bago City in Negros Occidental.

Museum rehabilitation

One of the highlights was the turnover a seed donation to the Balay ni Tan Juan Museum for its rehabilitation efforts. Received by museum curator Clem del Castillo, the donation will fund the creation of an audio-visual room to bring it closer to the young generation. 

World Vision conducts climate change summit to intensify waste management in Cotabato

“Sustainability means leaving something for our children,” says guest speaker Ryan Fabay, Mindanao State University Faculty, in the recently concluded Climate Change Summit in Cotabato City. 

The Climate Change Summit aims to engage identified communities in improving their mechanisms on waste collection, waste segregation, recycling and other climate change adaptation practices. The initiative is organized through World Vision’s Adapting Solid Waste Management as Climate Crises Solution project in partnership with local government unit of Cotabato City.

“Basically the Climate Change Summit is the effort of World Vision and the local government unit to reach the communities and involve them in managing, conserving and protecting the city environment,” says Fabay. According to him, bridging the gap between the government and our community partners to work together will bring

Mohammed bin Rashid honours 10 Winners of 2022 Zayed Sustainability Prize

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, presented awards to the 10 winners of the 2022 Zayed Sustainability Prize today.

The Prize’s Awards Ceremony coincided with the start of the 2022 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW). The ceremony was also attended by H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum congratulated winners across the five categories reaffirming the Prize’s key role in realising the aspirations of participants to achieve sustainable development within their communities.

LRT-1 supports DOTr’s push to protect the riding public

Free random antigen swab testing starts January 15

In a bid to continue providing a safe transportation system, private operator of LRT-1 Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) intensifies its fight against COVID-19 by using best-in-class health and safety protocols amid rising cases in the country.

On January 15 and 17, LRMC will provide free random COVID-19 antigen swab tests to passengers who will give their consent or volunteer for testing. Testing sites will be located at strategic LRT-1 stations with high volume of passengers that include EDSA, Baclaran, Monumento, and Carriedo.

UNFPA Philippines calls for urgent donations for women and young girls affected by Typhoon Odette

UNFPA Philippines, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, is seeking urgent donations to help provide life-saving supplies and services to communities hard hit by Super Typhoon Odette (Rai). 

During natural disasters, sexual and reproductive health needs are often overlooked. Pregnant women risk life-threatening complications without access to delivery and emergency obstetric care services. Women and girls may lose access to family planning services, exposing them to unintended pregnancy, and women and girls are also more vulnerable to sexual violence.