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Manila: Far from the bustle of Seoul’s neon-lit streets and Korean drama fantasies, thousands of Filipino women have built new lives as wives, mothers, and community leaders in a country still learning to embrace multiculturalism. In a forum led by the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) as part of its 45th anniversary on Monday, Philippine Ambassador to Seoul Theresa Dizon-De Vega explained the many struggles and challenges, and ultimately, the successes quietly led by Filipino wives in South Korea. According to Philippines News Agency, De Vega said that in quiet Korean villages and urban multicultural centers, a different kind of

Kalibo: Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Kalibo Bishop Jose Corazon Tala-oc. According to Philippines News Agency, the Diocese of Kalibo announced Vatican’s decision on Monday, the 75th birthday of Tala-oc, who served as head of the diocese for nearly 14 years. Under Canon law, bishops are required to submit their resignation to the Pope upon reaching the age of 75, though it is uncommon for the resignation to be accepted on the same day. Pope Leo XIV has named Archbishop Victor Bendico of Capiz as apostolic administrator ‘sede vacante’ of the Diocese of Kalibo until a new

Benguet: The recent hosting of the 2025 Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association (CARAA) sports competition in Benguet province this February has significantly aided local schools in their preparations for the new school year by addressing various infrastructural issues. According to Philippines News Agency, Regina Sarmiento, the principal of Puguis Elementary School in the capital town, emphasized the positive impact of hosting the CARAA event. The preparations for the athletic meet led to the identification and resolution of several infrastructural problems, such as clogged toilets and insufficient water supply. The proactive measures taken during this period ensured that the schools were

Bacolod City: Annual rate of price increases in this highly urbanized city and in Negros Occidental province both accelerated to 2.4 percent in May, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, PSA data show that the inflation rate in Bacolod City in the previous month stood at 2.2 percent, while it was 2.1 percent for Negros Occidental. However, last month’s inflation rates were lower compared to the May 2024 data of 4.5 percent for Bacolod City and 4.2 percent for Negros Occidental. PSA-Negros Occidental statistical analyst Ligaya Gillesania noted in a press briefing that government

Makati City: United Nations agencies on Tuesday expressed their strong support for enhancing quality and inclusive education in the Philippines as the new school year commenced this week. In a press briefing held in Makati City, UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) education chief Akihiro Fushimi highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by millions of Filipino children, particularly those in vulnerable and remote areas, in accessing quality education and learning opportunities. According to Philippines News Agency, Fushimi emphasized the commitment of the UN to contribute to the Philippine government’s goal of achieving quality education for all. This support is part of a