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BIR raids establishments

THE Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) raided 747 establishments during its second nationwide operation from July 13 to 14, 2023. BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr. led the raids that were joined by all revenue regional offices and the Large Taxpayers Service. BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui Jr.  Lumagui said businesses should …

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LTFRB hits ‘fake’ jeep phaseout info

Not all old and traditional jeepneys will be stopped from plying the streets after the Dec. 31 deadline for joining a cooperative or corporation under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, the government clarified Wednesday. At a news conference in Quezon City, Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board member Mercy …

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A home for artists, by artists

Located in Silang, Cavite, Art Association of the Philippines’ new home is soon to rise which will serve as its headquarters After 75 years since its inception, the Art Association of the Philippines (AAP) is now well on its way to seeing the completion of its forever home in Silang, …

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Empowered queens on screen

Discover a realm of empowered queens gracing the screens of HBO GO’s hit shows, exemplifying strength, and resilience in captivating narratives. From the cosmopolitan lives of And Just Like That… Season 2 to the mind-bending multiverse adventures of Everything Everywhere All At Once, and the glamorous heist caper of Ocean’s …

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Healthcare receives priority attention; is there a need to transfer PhilHealth to the Office of the President?

According to a reputable global healthcare insurance provider, “While the overall quality of the Philippines’ state-subsidized public healthcare is good, healthcare in rural areas is of significantly lower quality than at hospitals in large cities. Private healthcare in the Philippines provides more consistent care, and facilities tend to be better …

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Unlevel field

SMC gave the lame excuse that its proposal would be the least-cost option for consumers if it unilaterally ended the deal which still had seven years to run. The recent Court of Appeals, or CA, ruling reversing the Energy Regulatory Commission’s, or ERC, order for San Miguel Corp.’s energy arm …

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ADB: PH economy to outperform Asian peers

In 2023 At a Glance The Asian Development Outlook report states that the Philippines economy, as measured by the gross domestic product (GDP), is projected to grow by 6.0 percent in 2023, the highest among countries in East and Southeast Asia. The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) forecast for the Philippines …

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