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FALSE HEADLINE: 'No classes' on 3 dates in March 2020 due to special holidays
The special non-working holidays on March 2, 7, and 31 cover only certain areas and are not nationwide holidays
LIST: Long weekends in 2020
Here are the 11 long weekends in 2020 you shouldn't miss
Gov't, communist rebels declare 16-day ceasefire
(3rd UPDATE) Following a ceasefire declaration by the guerrillas, President Rodrigo Duterte also orders government troops to observe a holiday ceasefire beginning Monday, December 23, up to January 7 next year
LIST: Philippine holidays 2020
President Rodrigo Duterte finally signs the proclamation declaring the regular holidays and special non-working days for 2020
DFA closed on November 2019 holidays
Individuals unable to avail of scheduled appointments for consular services from 12 noon onwards on October 31 will be accommodated on any working day until November 29
Duterte: Ninoy Aquino serves as guide for protecting democracy
President Rodrigo Duterte, whom critics describe as a dictator-in-the-making, calls on Filipinos to protect democratic freedoms and rule of law which Ninoy Aquino fought for
Duterte declares June 5 Eid'l Fitr holiday
(3rd UPDATE) Eid'l Fitr marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan
Bank schedules: April 9, Araw ng Kagitingan
Bookmark this page for the operating hours of banks during the national holiday on Tuesday, April 9
When are the 10 long weekends in 2019?
You can now start planning your most awaited staycation and getaways. Grab your planner and mark the dates you need to file your leaves!
Senate approves Sept 2 as Ifugao holiday on Yamashita surrender
The bill is now up for President Rodrigo Duterte's signature
LIST: 2019 Philippine Holidays
President Rodrigo Duterte signs Proclamation No. 555 declaring the regular holidays and special non-working days for 2019
August 21 declared a holiday for Eid'l Adha
August 21 is also the death anniversary of Benigno Aquino Jr, a public holiday as well
Duterte declares April 27 as Lapu-Lapu Day
April 27 is now a special working public holiday nationwide and a non-working holiday for the city of Lapu-Lapu in Cebu
Bank schedules for June 12, Araw ng Kalayaan
Bookmark this page for the operating hours of banks on Independence Day, a holiday
Duterte declares June 15 regular holiday for Eid'l Fitr
June 15, 2018 – a Friday – is a regular holiday throughout the Philippines
#WalangPasok: No classes June 12, 15
(UPDATED) The Department of Education says there will be no classes nationwide in observance of Independence Day on June 12 and Eid'l Fitr on June 15
FACT CHECK: Only June 12 is a national non-working holiday
Other mentioned dates on June 6, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, and 21 are special non-working holidays applicable only to certain municipalities, cities, or provinces.
Malacañang declares May 14 non-working holiday
May 14, the date of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, is declared a non-working holiday 'to enable the people to fully exercise their right to suffrage'
Bank schedules for April 9, Araw ng Kagitingan
Bookmark this page for the operating hours of banks during the national holiday
Plan your 13 long weekends in 2018
There will be 20 declared holidays in 2018 – of which 13 fall near the weekend
Duterte calls on Filipinos to emulate Rizal’s patriotism
'Even in death, he imparted upon us his aspirations for a nation that is free from the scourge of injustice, tyranny and suffering,' says President Rodrigo Duterte on the 121st death anniversary of national hero Dr Jose Rizal
December 8 now officially non-working holiday in the Philippines
President Duterte signs the new law declaring the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary a non-working holiday in the country
#ThewRap: Things you need to know, October 31, 2017
Hello! Here's a roundup of news you need to know this Tuesday.
U.S. embassy closed October 31-November 1
The US embassy and its affiliated offices will be open on Monday, October 30, and will resume operations on Thursday, November 2
September 1 a regular holiday for Eid'l Adha
President Rodrigo Duterte signs Proclamation 297 declaring the holiday
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
LIST: 2018 Philippine Holidays
Malacañang declares May 14, November 2, and December 24 as additional non-working holidays in 2018
Palace: Special non-working holiday in Metro Manila on April 28
4TH UPDATE Malacañang also suspends work in government offices in Manila Makati and Pasay City on April 27 which falls on a Thursday in view of activities related to the ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings from April 26 to 29
DOLE reminds employers of pay rules for Araw ng Kagitingan, Holy Week
Araw ng Kagitingan Maundy Thursday and Good Friday are regular holidays while Black Saturday is a special working holiday
#WalangPasok: Dec 26, Jan 2 are special non-working days
The Philippine government says it wants to give the people full opportunity to celebrate the holidays with their families
Excited for the long break? 'Undas' trends a week early
A 4 day weekend is ahead What are your plans?
May 9, special non-working holiday
President Benigno Aquino III orders the holiday declaration for the May 9 elections through Proclamation No 1254
November 2 should be a holiday - Cardinal Quevedo
Cotabato Archbishop Orlando Cardinal Quevedo says the appropriate day for remembering the dead is on November 2 not on November 1 or All Saints’ Day
Palace: November 2 not a holiday
There are however a number of other special non working holidays in November because of the upcoming APEC meetings
September 25, regular holiday for Eid’l Adha
In issuing Proclamation No 1128 President Benigno Aquino III cites Republic Act No 9849 which provides that Eid’l Adha one of the two greatest feasts of Islam shall be celebrated as a regular holiday
LIST: 2016 Philippine Holidays
Heads up Here s your chance to plan your holidays in advance
Holiday in Naga City for Jesse Robredo's 3rd death anniversary
Proclamation No 1103 recognizes Robredo’s utmost dedication and outstanding performance as mayor of Naga City
Holiday on Nov 18,19 in NCR; Feb 25, 2016 nationwide
Malacañang has declared two non working days in Metro Manila in November for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Leaders Summit and a national non working holiday on the 30th anniversary of the EDSA Revolution in 2016
No number coding in Metro Manila on Feb 19 – MMDA
All cities in Metro Manila will observe the suspension of the number coding scheme on February 19 the celebration of Chinese New Year
Business losses: Papal visit's unintended consequences
Malacañang’s idea to declare a holiday when Pope Francis visits the Philippines has an unintended consequence to the business sector
Lawmaker lists good, bad firecrackers for New Year
A fourth of the 1 018 firework related injuries in New Year 2014 involved children playing with the banned Piccolo
Losing sight of things more important on Christmas
I want to be able to do what really matters this Christmas: Be able to reflect on what the reason for the season really is
LIST: 2015 Philippine holidays
Plan your vacation: Filipinos can look forward to at least 8 long weekends in 2015 and possibly a 5 day weekend that spills into 2016
Palace announces 2014 PH holidays
Malacañang Palace announces the official list of holidays for 2014
Black Saturday a special nonworking day
President Aquino said Black Saturday will be a special nonworking day nationwide
More holiday declarations unlikely - Palace
The country is said to have the most number of holidays in the Asia Pacific region
