Japan is part of the few favorites of Filipinos to visit – some to live. Because of their wide-range of culture and their advancements in technology, a lot of people admire Japan and, of course, the Japanese people. Good news for those who aspire to study in Japan. The Japanese Embassy in Manila made the […]
Firecracker Ban, Called on by Health Department Secretary
Firecrackers are among the traditions of Filipinos in almost every occasion. Especially when it’s the New Year, firecrackers can be seen in almost every corner nationwide. As most people know, firecrackers impose a heavy risk in the health and safety of those who use it. The Department of Health (DOH) suggested to lawmakers to file […]
SSS Members, Urged to Pay Loans and Contributions Online
The Social Security System (SSS) has announced that they are recommending the use of their online facility. To comply with the “ease of doing business transactions,” SSS members are urged to pay their SSS loans and monthly contribution premiums online. SSS members can access the online SSS facility by accessing https://sss.gov.ph > Member Login. Read: […]
Free Transportation of Relief Goods Bill, Approved
After the concurrent flow of storms and typhoons in the country, the House of Representatives approved the bill that would allow the free transportation of relief goods; donations to areas that have been struck by calamities, too. As of this moment, the bill has been approved by the House and is on its third (3rd) […]
PhilHealth Contribution Increase to Start on December 7
Due to the approval of the Universal Health Care Law, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) were forced to impose a PhilHealth contribution increase to support the newly-signed law. As per the agency, members who would be affected by the PhilHealth contribution increase would be direct contributors or those who are “gainfully employed and bound by an […]
Malasakit Center Act, Signed Into Law by President Rodrigo Duterte
The Universal Health Care Law (UHC Law) is one of the most groundbreaking and changing acts that have been signed into law. It holds a tremendous impact to Filipinos’ access to healthcare as it allows even those who aren’t able to afford medical assistance to be provided with sufficient resources. Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, authored […]
Local Officials And Private School Heads to Decide if They’ll Suspend Classes
The 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) is to be done here in the Philippines. This is why a lot of people have been itching about posting something about the SEA Games. On the other side of the story, the Department of Education (DepEd) said that they’ll leave the decision to local officials and private […]