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Monetary Board awaits Palace word on government representative
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is awaiting word from Malacañang as to who will be the government representative in the seven-member Monetary Board......»»
Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration. “The declaration of 09 February 2024, Friday, as an additional special non-working day throughout the country will give.....»»
Thai man faces a record 50 years in jail for royal insult
Thailand's lese majeste law, one of the strictest in the world, protects the palace from criticism and carries a jail sentence of up to 15 years for each perceived violation.....»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1500 GMT, Jan. 11
MANILA -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila. (Philippines-Growth-.....»»
Unless stopped by Palace, PhilHealth premium hike proceeds
The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. has started implementing the increase in premium contributions this month, in the absence of an order from Malacañang stopping the hike......»»
Philippines, Indonesia agree to boost ties
MANILA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- The leaders of the Philippines and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to strengthen bilateral ties. Indonesian President Joko Widodo was received in the morning by his Philippine counterpart Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos during a three-day official visit in Manila. After the meeting in the presidential palace, Widodo said during a news conference that he discussed with Marcos ways to e.....»»
Philippines, Indonesia seek to strengthen cooperation for energy security
MANILA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to strengthen energy cooperation to safeguard energy security. Energy ministers of the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation at the presidential palace in Manila, where Indonesian President Joko Widodo was received by his Philippine counterpart Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos. Widodo arrived i.....»»
Philippine economy growth may reach 6 pct to 7 pct in 2023: Marcos
MANILA, Jan. 11 (Xinhua) -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1500 GMT, Jan. 11
MANILA -- Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos on Thursday night expressed optimism that his country can reach a gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of 6 percent to 7 percent for 2023. "The Philippines is touted to become one of the fastest-growing economies among major Asian countries in 2023," said Marcos during a traditional ceremony at the presidential palace in Manila. (Philippines-Growth-.....»»
Cabinet musical chairs?
A new landmark law took effect without the usual signing ceremony at Malacañang Palace......»»
Maquilan, Facularin fight for regional WBC bantam belt in Blow-By-Blow
Slambang ring action returns Saturday when Manny Pacquiao Presents: Blow-By-Blow stages the World Boxing Council Asia Continental bantamweight title fight starring Noli James Maquilan and Jason Facularin at the Cuneta Astrodome......»»
Bagong ‘Bad Boys’ movie, ‘The Watchers’ nagtapat sa big screen
ANO ang mas bet niyo, maaksyon na may halong comedy o horror? Dalawang pelikula kasi ang showing na ngayon sa mga lokal na sinehan – ‘yan ang “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” at “The Watchers.” Intense action at punong-puno ng katatawanan ang latest installment ng iconic na “Bad Boys” movie. Pagbibidahan ‘yan ulit ng Hollywood.....»»
DFA urged to prepare for legal action amid Beijing s South China Sea detention plan
Sen. Francis Tolentino called on the Department of Foreign Affairs to be ready with legal actions against China that threaten to detain trespassers in the South China Sea, which is said to be enforced starting June 15......»»
PBO stakes P1 million in prizes
Smashing hardcourt action is on following the opening yesterday of the Philippine Badminton Open 2024 at the First Pacific Leadership Academy Badminton Center in Antipolo City, boasting a prize pool of P1 million across five divisions......»»
Ruru, Jon patalbugan sa akting; sino’ng next na mamamatay sa Black Rider?
GRABE! As in grabe ang mga nakaraang episode ng Kapuso action-drama series na “Black Rider” ni Ruru Madrid dahil talagang mapapanganga ka na lang sa mga pasabog na eksena. Naganap na nga ang pinakaaabangang pag-iisang dibdib sa serye kung saan ang bride, sa halip na all dressed in white ay nauwi sa duguang trahe de.....»»
No overreaction: Ateneo stays level-headed after 0-7 preseason campaign
Even after losing to all seven UAAP teams in preseason action, the Ateneo Blue Eagles plan to ‘be better prepared’ and build on their early struggles.....»»
UN body urges PH to pass SOGIESC bill
MANILA, Philippines — In celebration of Pride Month this June, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) urged Congress to pass the antidiscrimination bill, seen as a crucial step toward a more inclusive Philippines “For the United Nations Population Fund , Pride Month is a call to action. It’s a time to amplify our commitment to ensuring.....»»
Reputational damage
A “short” 40 years and the Philippines’ monetary authority is again facing reputational damage due to the selfish action of two members of the policy- making Monetary Board of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»
‘Disciplined’ La Salle drubs Ateneo by 37 points in preseason rivalry game
Kevin Quiambao and the La Salle Green Archers show no let-up, saying the Ateneo Blue Eagles always have a fight in them even as their rivals remain as the only winless team in preseason action.....»»