November 16, 2010 has been declared a holiday by Malacanang today to celebrate the Muslim feast of Eid'l Adha. As Nov. 16 falls on a Tuesday, this doesn't qualify as a long weekend holiday, but at least the day off is still something that students, state and private sector workers will enjoy :D The holiday announcement was made possible through Proclamation No. 60 signed by President Aquino. Eid'l Adha is recognized under the law as a national holiday by virtue of Republic Act 9849. The date for the celebration of this holiday is movable, depending on the ... Continue Reading...
List of Philippine holidays for 2010 announced
Perhaps, President Arroyo wants to leave a legacy of holiday economics. Malacanang has announced a complete list of Philippine holidays for 2010, even if her term expires in May of next year. The whole listing follows: January 1 - New Year's Day April 1 - Maundy Thursday April 2- Good Friday April 9- Araw ng Kagitingan Labor Day -May 1 Independence Day - June 14 Ninoy Aquino Day - Aug. 23 National Heroes Day - August 30 All Saint's Day - November 1 Bonifacio Day - November 29 Christmas Day- December 25 Rizal Day-December 27 ... Continue Reading...
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