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Diokno proud to leave DOF in better state of affairs
"I am proud knowing that I will be leaving my post at a time when the Philippine economy, in general, and the DOF, in particular, are in a better state of affairs than when I inherited them.".....»»
Marcos Jr. approves military procurement ‘wish list’
Amid continuing maritime aggression by China, President Marcos has approved a $35-billion budget to modernize the Armed Forces of the Philippines with the Philippine Navy getting the largest chunk to strengthen capabilities in the West Philippine Sea......»»
6 arrested at the labor day protest
Gabriela Secretary General Clarice Palce said, "The police prevent us from getting near the US Embassy but American troops freely occupy our land and seas," she said in Filipino, referring to the Balikatan exercise with the US The post 6 arrested at the labor day protest appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Getting richer?
The Economist, a respected publication that usually tells you the whole story, has come up with a report on the Philippines titled: Without fanfare, the Philippines is getting richer. If you only read the headline, you would think it is an advertorial supplement bought by the government......»»
‘Vampire facials’ linked to cases of HIV in three women
Three women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report last week, marking the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through cosmetic services using needles. Federal health officials said in a new report that an investigation.....»»
Balik-Tanaw | Remain faithful in Jesus
I have been away from everything familiar to me for the last seven weeks living in Antigua, Guatemala. I am learning Spanish at a language school and living with a Guatemalan family. Like a child, I am trying to learn the basics of this language. It is humbling to be told so many times that I am not getting it right and that I have to exert more effort. Walking the streets of this old Guatemalan city was a joy in the beginning but after some time reality sinks in that I am far from home. Familiar it may be after so many weeks, there is that lonely thought that I am alone and away from home. The post Balik-Tanaw | Remain faithful in Jesus appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Economic prosperity is our ultimate goal
It may have been a surprise to some people for The Economist to write a rather positive take about the Philippines and its economy as evidenced by a recent piece titled, “Without fanfare, the Philippines is getting richer,” but not to me......»»
PH, France to start VFA talks in May
The Philippines and France might start talking formally next month about a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). This agreement would let their militaries do joint exercises in the Philippines. Ambassador Marie Fontanel, the top French diplomat in Manila, said at a briefing on Thursday that they’re currently drafting the agreement and getting ready for negotiations, possibly.....»»
Central Visayas kasambahay to get pay hike
Domestic helpers in Central Visayas will be getting a salary increase......»»
MPTC prefers term extension over toll hike
To recover investments on toll road improvements, Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. is leaning toward getting its concession agreements expanded instead of burdening motorists with rate hikes......»»
Personal grudge leads to shooting of man in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 26-year-old man, who works as a painter, was rushed to the hospital after getting shot by an acquaintance who allegedly had a personal grudge against him in Sitio Upper, Barangay Carreta in Cebu City on early Wednesday morning, April 24, 2024. The shooting incident happened at around 4:45 a.m. and.....»»
Rhian Ramos back home after sleeping in Dubai airport floor for 2 days
Kapuso actress Rhian Ramos is finally home after getting stranded in Dubai airport due to heavy flooding......»»
Springtime in Washington: A lot of hope for the future
There is so much activity in Washington, DC at the start of the spring season, especially with the political situation getting warmer as the US presidential election draw.....»»
Never too old to change
Have you ever wondered, “I am not getting any younger anymore?.....»»
Darren, Jillian magkaibigan daw, pero nasa ‘getting to know’ stage?
MATAPOS ang guesting sa noontime show na “It’s Showtime” kamakailan lang, aminado ang singer-actor na si Darren Espanto na naging magkaibigan na sila ngayon ng aktres na si Jillian Ward. Magugunita noong April 6 nang magkasama ang dalawa sa unang pag-ere ng programa. Maraming fans ang tila natuwa sa hatid nilang kilig kaya naman agad.....»»
Crazy Rich Asians director to helm Broadway adaptation for stage debut
"Crazy Rich Asians" is getting a musical adaptation with the film's director, Jon M. Chu, at the helm for his stage debut......»»
Ex-convict ‘accidentally’ shot by friend in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 30-year-old man, who is an ex-convict, was rushed to the hospital after getting shot by his friend in Barangay Duljo Fatima in Cebu City on Tuesday evening, April 16, 2024. The shooting, however, was allegedly an accident while the suspect was trying to show off his firearm to his friend......»»
‘Nutrition, health not getting enough ODA’
Nutrition and health are not receiving sufficient amount from the global official development assistance for food systems, according to the International Fund for Agricultural Development......»»
It’s getting hot in here!
The heat lately has been impossible to ignore. El Niño looms over the Philippines......»»
Liloan accident: 11-year-old boy dies after getting run over by dump truck
CEBU CITY, Philippines – An 11-year-old boy died in a Liloan accident after his head was run over by a dump truck that collided with the motorcycle his father was driving along the national road in Barangay Jubay, Liloan town, Cebu on Friday morning, April 12, 2024. The fatal accident happened at around 9:45 a.m.,.....»»