Day: June 9, 2025

Quezon City: The Quezon City government is extending a warm “konnichiwa” to Filipinos nationwide by bringing Japanese language and culture right to their fingertips, all for free. ‘Konnichiwa’ is a common and versatile greeting in Japan that translates to “hello,” “good day,” or “good afternoon.” According to Philippines News Agency, the city government announced that the QC Public Library (QCPL) is inviting learners to discover the beauty of the Japanese language and deepen cross-cultural ties without leaving home. Mayor Joy Belmonte emphasized that the QCPL’s Free Online Language Class is an opportunity for every QCitizen, highlighting that in Quezon City,

Doha: Gilas Pilipinas Women surged to 14th in the latest FIBA 3×3 world rankings, climbing eight spots to achieve the highest ranking ever for a Philippine 3×3 national team. The leap follows the team’s showing at the FIBA 3×3 Youth Nations League Asia-Pacific 1 held in Doha, Qatar, a campaign that secured the Philippines a slot in the 2025 FIBA 3×3 U23 World Cup in China. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippines ruled four of the six stops in the Doha tourney, finishing with 530 points, 50 points ahead of second-ranked New Zealand. Composed of Cielo Pagdulagan, Kristine Cayabyab,

Mandaluyong City: The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) has reaffirmed its dedication to public service excellence by successfully obtaining its ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) recertification. According to Philippines News Agency, Romeo Zamora, managing director of DQS Certification Philippines Inc., presented the certification to PCSO General Manager Melquiades Robles. The event took place at the PCSO Main Office in Mandaluyong City and highlighted the agency’s key functions such as gaming operations, prize claims, and various support processes. Robles expressed gratitude for the recertification, stating, “We are honored to receive this recertification, which affirms our commitment to uphold the highest

Manila: A Senate resolution filed on Monday condemned the inhumane treatment, deliberate starvation, and mass killings of Palestinian civilians in occupied territories. The resolution called for accountability under international humanitarian law and the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid. According to Philippines News Agency, the resolution, filed as Senate Resolution No. 1366 and authored by Robinhood Padilla, expresses the Senate’s strong condemnation of human rights violations and international norms amid worsening conditions in Gaza caused by sustained Israeli military operations and blockades. Padilla emphasized the importance of the Philippines making a strong statement against the systematic killing of innocent lives, destruction

Makati: The Makati Business Club (MBC), one of the country’s most influential business advocacy groups, called on the Senate to convene the impeachment court and move forward with the trial of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte as this will be a test of the government’s commitment to the rule of law — a key factor for investor confidence. According to Philippines News Agency, the MBC emphasized that adherence to constitutional processes is critical for maintaining the country’s investment credibility. The organization stated, “If we do not follow the rule of law, how can we expect to attract foreign and even