Midwives Summit 2025 shines the spotlight on midwives as indispensable drivers of reproductive health: advocates, service providers, and partners in improving health outcomes for every Filipino community Data from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) shows that there are 179,000 registered midwives in the country with only 75,000 in active service. "Saan napunta ang mga midwives natin? Hindi naman sila nag-a-abroad to work dahil nurses ang in-demand sa ibang banda," commented Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa in his speech during the Midwives Summit 2025 held on Tuesday at Seda Hotel Vertis North, Quezon City. That's why, he said, the salary increase and benefits for the midwives, along with other health workers are included in his agenda as the health secretary. He noted that among other things, low salaries remain an issue for many midwives who are graduates of 3-year diploma program, unlike other Healthcare professionals with 4-year degrees. "We need our mi...

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. - - 2 Chronicles 7:14 ( King James Version ) In these challenging times, as corruption fuels unrest and massive demonstrations rise across the Philippines , we are called to lift our country before God in fervent prayer. This is according Apostle Renato D. Carrillo , spiritual leader of Jesus Is Our Shield Worldwide Ministries (JIOSW). According to him it is only through united and persevering intercession that Filipinos can appeal for God's mercy and divine intervention—trusting that He alone can establish righteousness, bring healing, and secure lasting transformation in our land. Thus, the group has set the National Prayer for Peace on November 5, 2025 (Wed.) / 2pm to be held at the Playtime FilOil Centre, Santolan Road, Bonny Serrano Avenue, Brgy. Corazon de Jesus, Sa...

Three culinary masters from across Savoy brand volt-in to showcase their dishes for the month-long Three Chefs, One Table at Savoy Hotel Manila Get ready for a gustatory delight this October as Savoy Hotel Manila unveils its latest offering - - Three Chefs, One Table .  A first-of-its-kind culinary collaboration bringing together the creative talents of three Savoy Hotel chefs across the Philippines—Boracay, Cebu, and Manila , it also underscores the brand’s commitment to celebrating culture, sustainability, and inclusivity .  Each dish is guaranteed crafted to delight the palate, to honor local heritage and tell a story worth sharing - - with a showcase of taste and flavors for well-loved dishes such as the Barbecue Chicken Croquette , Bantayan Scallop Rockefeller , Crab Meat Dumpling , Alugbati Salad with Crispy Danggit , Lobster Bisque with Grilled Pan Bisaya , Mactan Chili Crab , Steamed Pompano with Chawanmushi XO , and indulgent desserts like Queso Bibingka Cheesecake ...