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WEB2 days ago · News Macon Ramos-Araneta, Vito Barcelo & Charles Dantes - September 11, 2024, 12:55 am. NBI tracking down ‘doppelganger’ of ex-Bamban mayor Alice Guo’s mysterious benefactor, the influential individual who orchestrated her short-lived escape from Philippine justice, may be a Chinese national named Huang Zhiyang.
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WEBSep 14, 2024 · Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Frasco attends the 2025 plenary budget hearing at... Gallery Manila Standard -September 18, 2024, 8:16 pm.
125 years of Philippine independence - Manila Standard
WEBFREEDOM.FUTURE.HISTORY June 12 marks the 125th year of Philippines independence, a testament to how Filipinos valiantly fought for democracy and recognition from oppressors throughout the centuries. In celebration of the annual nationwide event, the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) is holding a month-long festivity with the central theme, “Kalayaan. Kinabukasan ...
Opinion Archives - Manila Standard
WEB3 days ago · Editorial Manila Standard - September 11, 2024, 12:15 am. THE arrest of dismissed town mayor Alice Guo and the surrender of influential televangelist Apollo Quiboloy within five days of each other this month have resurrected a disgustingly long-drawn-out question: Where are the others? Last month, Guo, alias Guo Hua Ping, was reported to have ...
Jollibee brings back 'Mix Match Combos' - Manila Standard
WEBJan 6, 2024 · The experience comes in two simple steps: Step 1: Choose one main dish – Yumburger, Jolly Spaghetti, 1 pc. Burger Steak, or Tuna Pie. Step 2: Choose one side dish – Peach Mango Pie, Coke Float Jolly Crispy Fries, Choco Sundae, Pineapple Juice. “Jollibee’s Mix Match Combos empower customers to craft their own sulit-sarap experience.
Tracing Chinese contributions in Philippine history
WEBDec 29, 2023 · Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, stands as an icon of intellectual brilliance, patriotism, and resilience. Beyond his indelible mark on the nation’s history, Rizal’s Chinese immigrant ancestral roots unveil a remarkable tale of perseverance, economic success, and cultural contributions. In particular, his Chinese immigrant ancestor, Domingo Lamco, represents a ...
BOQ on heightened alert over FLiRT - Manila Standard
WEBMay 28, 2024 · The Department of Health – Bureau of Quarantine is now on a “heightened alert” for the new COVID-19 “FLiRT” variants. In a memorandum, Director Ferdinand Salcedo directed all BOQ stations and other concerned agencies to “conduct thorough screening at points of entry for arriving visitors originating …
Duterte’s seven biggest achievements - Manila Standard
WEBJul 30, 2021 · “Here are what stand out.” Among Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s major achievements, seven stand out. On these achievements alone, he can claim to have been a good president. 1. Tax reform, under Finance Secretary Sonny Dominguez, which made the Philippines one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia. 2. Build, Build, Build, under Department of Public Works and […]
Neophyte Party-list Representatives leave indelible impact, …
WEBMay 29, 2023 · As the 19th Congress of the Philippines shifts into high gear, a dynamic group of neophyte party-list representatives has stepped up to the plate to champion their respective advocacies. These emerging leaders, hailing from diverse sectors and communities, are fueled by a shared determination to drive positive change and tackle the pressing issues their constituents […]
Implementation: The challenge for the ‘Bawal bastos’ law
WEBNov 2, 2019 · It is a long (19 pages all) and complex law that will involve a good number of government agencies to implement. The “Bawal Bastos” law also mandates LGUs to pass ordinances so they are able to localize the law’s implementation. This is the big challenge now—the full and efficient implementation of the law. For this to happen, there is ...