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100% of LEDAC bills passed by House, ball now with Senate

January 27, 2024
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 Maricel Cruz
The House of Representatives has approved 100 percent of the bills prioritized by President Marcos in his 2023 State of the Nation Address, and the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC), and is waiting for the Senate to do its job, Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez said Friday. “The 2023 LEDAC [list] that we put in […]
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Hefty oil price hike next week: P2.10/l for gas

January 27, 2024
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 Alena Mae S. Flores
Consumers can expect pump prices to go up again next week, with gasoline expected to rise by as much as P2.10 per liter to reflect the movement of prices in the world market for oil. Industry sources said that based on the four-day trading of the Mean of Platts Singapore, the pricing benchmark used by […]
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Gov’t to prioritize PH-made modern jeeps—Speaker

January 27, 2024
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 Maricel Cruz
Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Friday pledged support for local manufacturers of modern jeepneys, reiterating their priority status within the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), which is now subject to a thorough review. “Our priority will be Philippine-made as this will bring outPhilippine jobs and all other benefits,” Romualdez said during adialogue conducted […]
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Marcos: Ensure reliable power at all times

January 27, 2024
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 Charles Dantes
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday ordered the Department of Energy and Energy Regulatory Commission to study the possibility of allowing third parties to construct transmission projects. He also called on the country’s key energy players to make sure there will be “reliable power at all times.” Mr. Marcos made the call during the historic […]
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‘CNN Philippines to halt free TV operations amid financial losses’

January 27, 2024
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 Darwin G. Amojelar
CNN Philippines is shutting down its free-television operations in the country after nine years amid mounting financial losses, its owner said Friday. D. Edgard Cabangon, chairman of ALC Group of Companies and Nine Media Corp., which owns and operates CNN Philippines, confirmed to Manila Standard in a text message that the channel would go off […]
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Speaker denies attacking VP, any admin ally

January 27, 2024
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 Maricel Cruz
Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Friday denied attacking any administration ally, particularly Vice President Sara Duterte. Romualdez, who served as one of Duterte’s two campaign managers during the May 2022 national elections, admitted that he in fact “misses” the Vice President. “On my part, I have not attacked any ally of this administration. Idon’t […]
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Dinagyang Festival: A vibrant celebration of Iloilo’s heritage, faith

January 27, 2024
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 Patricia Taculao -Deligero
In the heart of Iloilo City, Philippines, a vibrant tapestry of history, faith, and pulsating rhythms unfolds every fourth Sunday of January. It is the Dinagyang Festival — a kaleidoscope of color, movement, and devotion, drawing thousands to witness its electrifying spectacle. Dinagyang is one of the many festivals in the country that serves as […]
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Beyond rice trading

January 27, 2024
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 Manila Standard
The Philippines and Vietnam are both enmeshed in a maritime dispute with China following China’s sweeping claims of the South China Sea When President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. makes a state visit to Vietnam on Monday, Southeast Asian neighbors, and even China, are likely to listen to him and watch him and his hosts’ shuffle. The […]
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CongressTV: Beacon of transparency

January 27, 2024
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 Louis "Barok" Biraogo
In the eerie backdrop of political ambiguity, Romualdez’s vision for CongressTV becomes a beacon of democracy In the shadow of political machinations, House Speaker Martin Romualdez emerges as a protagonist, not in a tale of suspense, but in a narrative of transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. The launch of CongressTV, a dedicated digital channel broadcasting the […]
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Exhibit offers immersive digital Korean art

January 27, 2024
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 Nathalie Tomada
If you’re a fan of K-dramas set in the Joseon Era, such as “Red Sleeve,” “King’s Affection” or “Mr. Queen,” a new exhibit at the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig offers the closest feel of that period without going to South Korea....
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Paul Lee on near-logo dagger trey: ‘Only open shot na nagkaroon ako’

January 26, 2024
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 Justine Bacnis
It was the only space Paul Lee had all night long. He made Phoenix Super LPG pay dearly for it. Like what he’s done in the past, the star gunner delivered a crucial trey from way out to help Magnolia overcome its fellow defensive-minded team and, more importantly, take Game 2 of the PBA Season […]
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PBA: Magnolia’s late surge seals 2-0 advantage vs Phoenix

January 26, 2024
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 Justine Bacnis
Magnolia served another lesson on experience to Phoenix Super LPG by way of an 82-78 win for a 2-0 lead in their PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup semifinal series, Friday night at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. The Hotshots faced a 76-71 deficit with 4:13 left to play until Jio Jalalon sparked a […]
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PSC takes swift measures to ensure WADA code compliance

January 26, 2024
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 Tiebreaker Times
The Philippines finds itself on the brink of being excluded from major international sporting competitions, including the upcoming Paris Olympics, due to alleged non-compliance with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code. The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) recently issued a press release highlighting the grave consequences the nation faces if the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) fails […]
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