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A year from now, it’s election time again

In the observance of World Press Freedom Day, Ambassador Laure Beaufils of the United Kingdom sponsored a panel discussion on “information environment in the context of elections” in the Philippines and elsewhere in the world......»»

Category: newsSource: philstar philstarMay 14th, 2024

So, Where Do We Go From Here?

The Philippines has just had a presidential election. The first for the second decade of the 21st century. Like the presidential election 6 years ago that gave us President Rodrigo Duterte, this election appears to have been heavily influenced by social media......»»

Category: newsSource:  philnewsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

DMK criticises Election Commission for being biassed in allocating symbols to political parties

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 28 (ANI): The Deputy Secretary of the Student Wing of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), Ka Amutharasan, has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of having a biassed attitude towards opposition parties by allocating election symbols as per their wishes. "ECI has allocated the symbols for the Tamil Manila Congress and Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhgam that those parties wished for. Th.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Trump predicts the end of U.S. democracy if he loses 2024 election

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Donald Trump said on Saturday if he does not win November’s presidential election it will mean the likely end of American democracy. The Republican presidential candidate, speaking to supporters in Ohio, made the claim after repeating his baseless assertion that his 2020 election defeat to Democratic President Joe Biden was the result.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Sara reveals she will run in next polls

Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

A year from now, it’s election time again

In the observance of World Press Freedom Day, Ambassador Laure Beaufils of the United Kingdom sponsored a panel discussion on “information environment in the context of elections” in the Philippines and elsewhere in the world......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

How to Take Advantage of the Sinulog Season

The festive Sinulog season is now once again upon us, and entrepreneurs once again have a unique chance to tap into the dynamic energy and vibrant spirit that comes with the celebration. The Sinulog Festival is now not only a cultural extravaganza and a religious event but also a potential goldmine for businesses willing to […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Jon Stewart returning to The Daily Show through US election

Irreverent US comedian Jon Stewart, an icon among American liberals due to his biting political sarcasm, will return to satirical news program "The Daily Show" as a part-time host and an executive producer for the US election cycle......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Trump passes major US election test with win in Iowa

Donald Trump swept to victory Monday in Iowa’s caucuses — the first vote in the US presidential race — cementing his status as the presumptive Republican standard-bearer to challenge President Joe Biden in November’s election. The former president has led polling for more than a year, but the Iowa contest was seen as the clearest.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Xinhua world news summary at 0630 GMT, March 18

MOSCOW -- Russia's incumbent President and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin, who is set to win reelection, said he would do his utmost to achieve national development goals on Monday morning. Putin has won 87.32 percent of the vote after 95.04 percent of all ballots were counted, according to data from the Russian Central Election Commission as of Monday morning. (Russia-Presidential Election) - - -.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Comelec: 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. of election day is reserved for seniors, PWDs

MANILA, Philippines — Senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and pregnant women will have the voting precincts to themselves from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. on election day in 2025, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said on Wednesday. According to Comelec Chair George Erwin Garcia, the voting precincts will be exclusively available to persons meeting any.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Why I wish I could see ‘Stuck in Love’ for the first time all over again

Why I wish I could see ‘Stuck in Love’ for the first time all over again.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

GMA Masterclass offers new insights on the next election, highlights A.I.

GMA Masterclass offers new insights on the next election, highlights A.I......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Iran opens registration for the June presidential election after Raisi died in a helicopter crash

Iran opens registration for the June presidential election after Raisi died in a helicopter crash.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

BARMM voters reminded: Chief Minister is elected by Members of Parliament

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 May) – Information awareness on the historic Bangsamoro Parliament election in May 2025 needs to be heightened as voters still have no clear idea on how to select the Chief Minister, an election watchdog official said on Sunday. Lawyer Ona Caritos, executive director of the Legal Network for Truthful Elections […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Threats vs media to be classified as poll offenses

Threats, harassment, physical attacks and other forms of violence against members of the media during election period will be classified as election offenses under an agreement to be signed by the government’s task force on media security and the poll body by next month......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 26th, 2024

Comelec en banc junks election protest filed by Leonardia vs Benitez

Comelec en banc junks election protest filed by Leonardia vs Benitez.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

Wenceslao: US election

Wenceslao: US election.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

Benitez seeking re-election as Bacolod mayor, Paduano says

Benitez seeking re-election as Bacolod mayor, Paduano says.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Ex-Cordova mayor Sitoy-Cho snubs election case arraignment

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu —Former Cordova Mayor Therese Sitoy-Cho failed to attend her arraignment today before the Mandaue City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 55 regarding her election case. The Commission on Election (COMELEC) filed a complaint before the court against the former mayor for violating Section 261 (h) of the Omnibus Election Code. The complaint.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024

Trump tried to corrupt 2016 election

Trump tried to corrupt 2016 election.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024