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Death and alcohol
Text and Photos by Henrylito D. Tacio
Alcohol kills more than the Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), violence and road accidents combined, according to the recent report released by the World Health Organization (WHO).
The report said HIV/AIDS is responsible for 1.8% of...
SSS releases more than P49M in pension loans in 12 days
The state-run Social Security System (SSS) has released P49.78 million in pension loans to 1,976 qualified pensioners during the first 12 days of pilot implementation of the Pension Loan Program (PLP), which is now being offered in 34 branches nationwide.
SSS launched the PLP...
SMIC chairman and SM Foundation president Sio addresses scholars at general assembly
Some 500 SM scholars from NCR, Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, Olongapo, Cabanatuan, Pangasinan, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas and Quezon convened at SM Mall of Asia for the annual General Assembly, an opportunity for them to get to know one another, enjoy recreational activities and gain...
PCSO readies assistance for ‘Ompong’ victims
Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Alexander Balutan announced on Sunday that the agency is on standby to release its calamity fund once assessment has been made by the local government units.
Balutan revealed that during calamities, PCSO, through its 64 branches nationwide...
Oktoberfest at Vu’s Sky Bar and Lounge
Celebrate Germany’s annual festival at Vu’s Sky Bar and Lounge with authentic Bavarian sausages and staple beer beginning Sept. 26.
With its unique vista of Metro Manila, Vu’s Sky Bar and Loungeadds a sophisticated air to this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations by showcasing imported German...
Bellevue Resort breaks new record during the International Coastal Cleanup 2018
Last Sept. 22, two-time ASEAN Green Hotel awardee and sole International Coastal Cleanup 2018 participant in Panglao Island, The Bellevue Resort, spearheaded the Doljo Beach cleanup in support of the global movement. The cleanup brigade was composed of almost 350 volunteers, breaking a...
