President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recently signed two laws aimed at uplifting the lives of senior citizens and promoting locally-made products. Senior Citizens to Receive Increased Financial Aid One of the signed laws, Republic Act No. 12018, amends the Expanded Senior …
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The Aboitiz Group, a major Philippine conglomerate, and its European partner, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Plc. (CCEP), have officially acquired Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. (CCBPI) for P100 billion. The transaction was finalized on Friday, February 23, 2024, after all necessary conditions …
Maria Zhang, a name now synonymous with the fierce Suki in Netflix’s live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” has taken the entertainment world by storm. But before captivating audiences as the Kyoshi Warrior leader, Zhang honed her craft in short films, …
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For pork lovers in Negros, the tale of two islands unfolds: one grappling with restrictions, the other tasting the promise of normalcy. While Negros Occidental remains under the grip of an African Swine Fever (ASF) ban, its neighbor, Negros Oriental, …
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The Philippines is taking to the skies with ambitious plans. At the Singapore Airshow, a major aviation event, they’re pitching Clark International Airport to become the next Asian hub for investment. Meanwhile, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) …
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Frank Carbon, executive director of the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is vocal in his opposition to the proposed P100 increase in the legislated minimum wage. He expresses concerns that the wage hike would have detrimental effects on …
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Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), finds himself under the Senate’s scrutiny yet again. This time, he’s been ordered to attend an inquiry into disturbing allegations of sexual abuse within the religious organization. Senator …
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Five individuals were apprehended in Bacolod City on February 17, 2024, for allegedly stealing P750,000 worth of copper cable wires from a telecommunications company. The suspects, disguised as linemen, were caught in the act by police officers who observed their …
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Alexei Navalny, a prominent figure in Russian politics and a fierce critic of President Vladimir Putin, passed away on February 16, 2024, at the age of 47. His life, marked by activism, legal battles, and imprisonment, sparked international attention and …
The Philippine Army’s 3rd Infantry Division (3ID) renewed its call for remaining communist rebels in Negros Island to surrender, citing successful reintegration programs that benefit former rebels. All Negros Island Guerrilla Fronts Dismantled According to 3ID, all five guerrilla fronts …