The Department of Health (DOH) confirmed the appointment of retired PNP chief Camilo Cascolan as one of the undersecretaries of the agency on Sunday, October 23.    In a press statement released by DOH, Cascolan will be filling one of the positions alongside several undersecretaries. DOH also confirmed the reappointment of Atty. Charade Mercado-Grande as the health assistant secretary.   “Yes, we confirm the receipt of appointment papers of Mr. Camilo Cascolan, Atty. Charade Mercado-Grande and several directors. We will make available the assignments of our Execom members to you as soon as available."    Hailing from Baguio City, Cascolan...

DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin 'Boying' Remulla revealed on Thursday that the alleged middleman on veteran broadcaster Percy Lapid murder has died  at the New Bilibid Prison on October 18, coincidentally the same date where Joel Escorial, the surrendered gunman had his press conference. According to Remulla, the middleman departed at the prison hospital.   “He was rushed to the hospital at 2:30, unable to breathe. He was pronounced dead at 3 in the afternoon. That’s the report given to me. Kanina ko lang nakuha ‘yung report," said Secretary Remulla.    The DOJ chief has already requested the National Bureau of...

MANILA, PHILIPPINES -- The holiday season in the Philippines begins as soon as the BER-months kick in. It has been a tradition for Pinoys to start adorning houses and establishments with bright and colorful Christmas decorations as early as September.   Still looking for affordable decors that will bring the Pinoy Christmas spirit to your room, office space, or residence? Score a bargain and head over to PAROLAN, the one-stop bazaar for Yuletide decors and ornaments in Araneta City.   Located at Farmers Market Parking Area (just beside Farmers Garden), Parolan offers an array of decor needs for the holiday. It...

Filipino girl group 4th Impact recently wowed the Korean audience with their impactful performance at the 2022 Asia Song Festival last October 14, 2022. Drawing praises for showcasing their vocal chops and versatility, the award-winning sister act put their deft spin on BTS’ global smash “Dynamite,” while dishing out their own originals “Tapat Sa’yo” and “Here We Go” like pros.   After a well-received performance, the ShowBT/Sony Music Entertainment talent took time to express their gratitude to the international fans who supported their performance on the prestigious music showcase.  “Thank you so much to 2022 아송페 Asia Song Festival for...

Starting October 2022, SM Cubao -- one of the first branches of retail giant SM in the metro -- will be officially known as SM Araneta City.   The historic City of Firsts welcomes the change in the name of the iconic mall, which serves as a fitting follow-up to the rebranding of Araneta Center to Araneta City in September 2019.   "We are happy that SM, itself an institution in Philippine retail, is part of the memorable and colorful history that shaped Araneta City. They are one of our very first partners in business, and they have been a...