Former President Rodrigo Duterte will attend the State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on July 24. House Secretary General Reginald Velasco confirmed this Wednesday, adding Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte will also attend the event. “He has confirmed attendance, as well as his …
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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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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, …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Janella Salvador stars with Thailand’s Win Metawin in film shot in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has always supported the in-town production of films from different parts of the world, to spread the city’s unique culture and appealing experiences to global audiences. Among them, the HKTB is supporting the production of a new Asian romantic film Under Parallel Skies, starring …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Sec Remulla to ex-Pres Duterte, Sen Dela Rosa: Stay away from countries where ICC has influence
Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte should stay away from countries where the International Criminal Court (ICC) has influence, Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla said on Wednesday, July 19. Remulla’s advise was aired not only to Duterte but also to other persons, like retired Philippine National Police …
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