President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte’s trust rating among Filipinos dropped slightly, according to the recent OCTA Research “Tugon ng Masa” (TNM) survey. Conducted from March 24 to 27, 2024, the survey revealed that 69 percent of Filipinos trust President Marcos, down six points compared to his 76 percent …
Read More »Escudero replaces Zubiri as Senate President
Photo from Senator Chiz Escudero’s Official FB Page The Senate of the Philippines undergoes a major leadership change with Senator Francis Escudero expected to replace Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri as Senate President within the day. Zubiri is scheduled to deliver a speech this afternoon at the plenary session. Senate Majority …
Read More »Recto: Align tax collection system with Korea, Singapore, Japan
In response to the shifting consumer preferences towards e-commerce, the Department of Finance (DOF) wants to bring the country’s tax collection system in line with the best practices of three leading Asian nations. Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Bureau of Customs …
Read More »Marcos expresses condolences for death of Iranian President Raisi
A handout picture provided by the Iranian presidency shows Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi during a meeting with his Azeri counterpart ahead of the inauguration ceremony of Qiz Qalasi, the third dam jointly built by Iran and Azerbaijan on the Aras River. A helicopter in the convoy of the Iranian president …
Read More »Abalos tasks Napolcom to initiate proceedings that would strip Tarlac mayor of police powers
Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos has ordered the National Police Commission (Napolcom) to initiate the proceedings that could strip Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo the power over the police force in her town. As local chief executives, mayors and governors are empowered to exercise supervision and control …
Read More »Marcos says Samar Island more peaceful now with weakened NPA
WEAKENING FORCE. The thick forest of Matuguinao, Samar, which used to be a hiding place for rebels. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Monday (May 20, 2024) he is convinced that Samar Island is now more peaceful with the weakening of the New People’s Army. (Photo courtesy of Samar Outdoor …
Read More »MMDA: Info drive on light e-vehicles ban on NCR roads extended
INFO DRIVE EXTENDED. MMDA chair Romando Artes (center) speaks in a press briefing at the MMDA headquarters in Pasig City on Monday (May 20, 2024). Artes said the information campaign on prohibition of e-bikes, e-trikes, and other similar light vehicles on national roads that are under its jurisdiction will be extended …
Read More »Pope names Tagle as special envoy
Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, as his special envoy to the National Eucharistic Congress in the United States. This will be celebrated in Indianapolis from July 17 to 21, according to the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). Tagle will …
Read More »PCG sends personnel to ‘critical’ regions to boost sea security
The Philippine Coast Guard deploys personnel to Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, Northern Mindanao and Southwestern Mindanao. /Philippine Coast Guard MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Monday sent 110 personnel to six “critical” regions to enhance law enforcement at sea. Vice Admiral Rolando Lizor …
Read More »‘Boys Over Flowers’ star Koo Hye Sun reveals living in car while finishing college
South Korean actress Koo Hye-sun is set to graduate as summa cum laude. Right photo shows the actress as Geum Jan-di from the popular K-drama ‘Boys Over Flowers.’/KBS, Koo Hye-sun via Instagram MANILA, Philippines — Korean actress Koo Hye Sun revealed that she lived in her car while studying in …
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