Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III and Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Thursday, June 22, condemned the alleged tampering of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) bill and warned that it raises serious questions about the constitutionality of the measure. “Today marks a sad day for the 108th Senate, which has …

Photo Credit: CNN Philippines PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday is planning to sign the bill establishing the Maharlika Investment Fund as soon as it reaches his office. “I will sign it as soon as I get it,” the Chief Executive said at the sidelines of the 85th anniversary celebration …

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday assured the public that the “full force of the law” will be imposed on those who engage in the fraudulent online investment scams in the country. In a media interview after attending the 85th Anniversary of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as Company …

Gov’t aims to curb people’s poor diet, raise funds for vital projects The government will push for the passage of new revenue measures that include additional taxes on sweetened beverages and junk food within the year, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said Wednesday. The target would be to have the new …

About 2.5 million customers of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) may stop enjoying subsidized power rates as distribution utilities process applications for eligibility under the New Lifeline Rate Program. Meralco head of utility economics Lawrence Fernandez said the numbers may be high, as the company has about 7.6 million customers but …

Former President Rodrigo Duterte again topped a list of preferred candidates for senator in the 2025 midterm elections, according to the Pahayag 2023 second-quarter survey conducted by Publicus Asia from June 7 to 12. Based on the “voting predisposition” of 1,500 respondents, the survey saw Duterte ranked first with 51%, …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday called for increased collaboration among various stakeholders to avert future crises, recognizing the threat posed by soil neglect to national food security and people’s livelihood and well-being. Among the growing soil problems in the country are degradation, acidification, and pollution, the President said. “[About …

Bonsai is the Japanese art form of miniature lifelike representation of nature A mesmerizing afternoon welcomed SM shoppers, art enthusiasts, and nature lovers as the grandest and biggest bonsai, ikebana, and suiseki exhibition in Asia opened at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia last June 10 to 12. …

“Secret Invasion,” the ninth Marvel Studios series on Disney+, just premiered its first episode. Marvel has tied up the storylines of their series to many of the newer films, fans are practically compelled to watch everything in order to appreciate everything. In the new Marvel Studios series, Samuel Jackson’s Nick …

At a Glance Even after the accident, Gigi and her bandmates continue to perform at Himala sa Buhangin. The video of Gigi breaking down even went viral. “Please be kind.” Singer Gigi De Lana made this plea on social media recently. According to the young star, ever since she met …