Rappler's latest stories on national heroes' day
‘This is not about your father:’ Netizens slam Imee Marcos for Heroes’ Day message
Do you think a formal declaration is needed for someone to be recognized as a hero?
Imee Marcos says Philippines has no official heroes
The Philippines has yet to pass a law that declares who its national heroes are, says the senator, who wants Macario Sakay to be included in the roster of candidates
On National Heroes' Day, Filipinos urged to love country, be heroes to others
Filipinos are urged to be the heroes they want to see in society
[OPINYON] Bayan ng mga bayani
Isang araw man lang sa isang taon, isipin natin ang mga walang pangalang hindi inisip ang kanilang mga sarili makapaglingkod lang, madalas ay kapalit ang kanilang buhay, para sa bayan
Leni Robredo on National Heroes' Day: You are the hero of your fellow Filipino
'Wala sa kamay ng iisang tao ang solusyon sa lahat ng ating mga suliranin, at walang iisang pinuno ang makapagbibigay sa atin ng mas magandang bukas,' Vice President Leni Robredo says
Duterte asks Filipinos to 'be everyday heroes' on National Heroes' Day
President Rodrigo Duterte says we honor the heroism of our national heroes by 'uplifting the welfare of the poor and marginalized, for it is through our small deeds that their spirit of valor can live on'
Duterte skipping National Heroes' Day rites
(UPDATED) House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano will attend the National Heroes' Day event in his place
How to defend democracy? Filipinos urged to learn from heroes
(2nd UPDATE) Vice President Leni Robredo and some lawmakers on how it is to be modern-day heroes amid threats to the nation's values
Duterte honors 'ordinary heroes' on National Heroes Day
Soldiers who fought for Marawi City, cops implementing anti-drug operations, OFWs, and teachers get special mention in President Rodrigo Duterte's National Heroes Day speech
Duterte confers honors on Marawi heroes
Police and soldiers who were killed in action in the months long conflict in Marawi City are among the Order of Lapu Lapu Kalasag awardees
FAST FACTS: What makes a Filipino historical figure a national hero?
While there are no laws that officially proclaim a Filipino a national hero there are criteria that determine how a historical figure qualifies as a national hero
Duterte: Harness Filipino heroes' virtues to fight crime, poverty
President Rodrigo Duterte s National Heroes Day message also urges the Filipino public to honor national heroes by upholding the rule of law protecting the nation and fostering goodwill
Netizens define modern-day PH heroes: ‘Willing to serve the country, brave enough to speak up’
In a Twitter conversation and Facebook poll conducted from August 29 to September 1 respondents weighed in on which traits best represent heroism today
IN PHOTOS: Duterte dines with soldiers wounded in action
President Duterte gives the soldiers electric wheelchairs and laptops and says he wants to reinvent them after their sacrifice for the country
How Filipinos on Twitter celebrated #NationalHeroesDay
Filipino netizens pay tribute to national heroes with thoughtful tweets and some humorous ones too
Meet our country's environmental heroes
As we celebrate the National Heroes Day here are some of the stories of our environmental heroes those who sacrificed their lives to protect the Philippines environment
Conversation: Not all heroes wear capes
Heroes are heroes not just because they are to be admired Join our Twitter conversation on August 29 using the hashtag HowToBeYou
#BayaniSquad: Which Filipino heroes would be in your barkada?
What if our valiant heroes were alive today? Would you be friends with them?
Rappler Newscast | August 25, 2014
Thousands march in Manila to protest what remains of the pork barrel system while pro Aquino groups push for the continuation of the President’s reforms A 6 1 magnitude quake shakes California
Fast Facts: National Heroes Day
Celebrated as early as 1931, the holiday honors and remembers all Philippine national heroes. Here are a few facts related to this occasion.
Between 'Million' and today: ‘Pork system still in place’
Nothing has changed from last year according to anti pork barrel advocates They are gathering 6 million signatures to force Congress to pass a law banning all types of discretionary funds
Stop the negativity, unite instead – Aquino
On National Heroes Day President Benigno Aquino III slams detractors encourages Filipinos to be more constructive rather than negative
Heroes we must not forget
We the people are the true heroes of our motherland which means that we are collectively responsible in our aspirations
Continue 'revolution' against indifference – Aquino
On National Heroes Day 2014 Aquino reminds Filipinos of the social revolution started four years ago at the beginning of his term
LIVE BLOG: The August 26 Million People March
Follow us for updates on what s happening at the Luneta
#TapatAko: Heroes and the choices they made
In celebration of National Heroes Day Rappler has put together 9 of our national heroes How familiar are you with their acts of martyrdom and integrity?
#TapatAko: Heroes from all walks of life
Take cues from their actions and be encouraged to follow suit Consider this as a challenge: that you may also be able to say “Tapat Ako” in your own vocation
Aug 26 anti-pork barrel protests spread nationwide
Anti-pork barrel protests set on National Heroes Day spring in different provinces nationwide
Abolish pork: The data speaks for itself
It’s entirely possible that PDAF has indeed worsened regional inequalities over the years thanks to the culture of impunity and corruption it has brought with it
#ScrapPork rallies still a go despite Aquino's reform plans
Participating groups say the President s announcement to overhaul the pork barrel system is a desperate attempt to control the outrage against solons PDAF
Anti-pork barrel protest set on National Heroes Day
An event aimed at gathering one million anti-pork barrel advocates is gaining steam on social media
Who is your Tapat Hero?
Who are the heroes in your lives? Use the hashtag TapatAko and tell us why that person inspires you
NHCP honors Mabini, Bonifacio on Heroes' Day
The Philippines celebrates National Heroes day August 26 This year the focus is on two heroes who lived exactly 150 years ago Mabini and Bonifacio
Sereno urged: Restore faith in judiciary
President Aquino calls on new Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno to use her judgments and decisions to restore the public s faith in the judiciary
