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‘Cha-cha lies in the power of the people, not politicians’ – coalition
“The amendments are unnecessary, not urgent, and could worsen the situation of the Filipino people. The process is also alarming since adding the provision ‘unless provided by law’ gives Congress the power to revise or even reverse the constitutional provisions through ordinary legislation." The post ‘Cha-cha lies in the power of the people, not politicians’ – coalition appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Young voters care about climate change. Politicians don t
Young people want action on climate change but research shows Indonesia's political class isn't listening. Climate change matters a lot to young Indonesians. Several national surveys show that Generation Z and Millennials are concerned about the impact of climate change on their lives. Politicians, however, appear to be ignoring the issue if their pu.....»»
AIADMK releases first list of 16 candidates for Lok Sabha polls
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 20 (ANI): AIADMK on Wednesday released its first list of 16 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. The list was released by the party general secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami. While releasing the list, he said that five constituencies have been allocated to the DMDK; and one each to Puthiya Tamilagam and SDPI. "In the AIADMK alliance, DMDMK is to contest in 5 seats, SDPI.....»»
Agoda Unveils 2024 New Horizons List
Digital travel platform Agoda reveals its first-ever “Philippines’ New Horizons,” a list of destinations that are fast growing in popularity. The list, which compares year-on-year search data, highlights emerging destinations that have seen significant growth in interest from both domestic and international travelers. Bohol tops the list with an impressive 72% increase in searches, followed […].....»»
‘After narco politics comes POGO-politics?’
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian yesterday warned against the possible emergence of “POGO-politics” following the recent raid on a Philippine offshore gaming operator in Bamban, Tarlac......»»
Grey list
Grey is just a shade lighter than black. Being on the grey list is just one grade better than being on the black list. Not too many shades there......»»
Philippines remains on FATF gray list
The Philippines failed anew to exit the gray list or list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring after falling short in addressing the remaining concerns on its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regime, according to global dirty money watchdog Financial Action Task Force......»»
LIST: 21 medicines added to VAT-exempt list
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has expanded its list of medicines which are exempt from the value added tax......»»
‘Unjust’ remarks vs Chinese students hit
“Unjust” and negative statements made by politicians regarding the presence of Chinese students in Cagayan contradict the Philippines’ efforts to attract Chinese tourists and investors, according to the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc......»»
EDITORIAL - Keep politicians away from AKAP
The implementing rules and regulations for the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program are out, although distribution of the aid has not yet started, according to the agency in charge of AKAP, the Department of Social Welfare and Development......»»
A century of Philippine accountancy
In my long life as a professional writer – aside from being a fictionist, journalist and academic – I’ve occasionally been asked to write books for both private and public institutions and individuals, usually to commemorate an important milestone. My clients have included banks, power and energy companies, accounting firms, NGOs, business tycoons, politicians and thinkers......»»
China confronts Japanese politicians in disputed East China Sea area
BEIJING/TOKYO - China's coast guard confronted Japanese lawmakers in waters claimed by both countries in the East China Sea, China's embassy in Tokyo and Japanese media said Sunday, the latest in a series of maritime disputes involving China and its neighbors.Chinese vessels took unspecified law enforcement measures, the embassy said in a statement, adding that it had lodged solemn representations for what it ca.....»»
‘Bubble Gang’ long-time collaborators share gag show’s secrets to success
For more than two decades, “Bubble Gang,” now spelled “BBLGANG,” has become a staple of every Kapuso’s Entertainment fare. It features, among other things, “commercial spoofs, recurring characters, and parodies on politicians,” according to its website, and remains the local tinseltown’s longest-running gag show......»»
EDITORIAL - Where’s the law vs epal?
With a year to go before the midterm elections, public spaces are again being littered with billboards, posters and streamers of politicians, bearing messages to the public using any flimsy excuse, such as greetings on little known occasions, or even advising motorists to drive carefully......»»
Pols’ propaganda materials can’t be removed yet – Comelec
Posters and other propaganda materials of some politicians cannot be ordered removed yet by the Commission on Elections......»»
‘Limit political influence in protected areas permits’
Sen. Cynthia Villar yesterday proposed easing local politicians’ influence in approving permits for protected areas, following the Senate’s investigation on the infamous Captain’s Peak Resort built right at the foot of the Chocolate Hills in Bohol......»»
Adding value
What we need are strategic thinkers on top of our policy formulation and program execution. What we have are bureaucrats, technocrats and politicians with very myopic views. We need leaders who can DREAM BIG for the country and decisively move to deliver on execution......»»
Netizens want Cebu BRT construction to proceed: ‘Ipadayun na’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The fate of the long controversial Cebu Bus Rapid Transit or Cebu BRT project faces yet another crossroads after local politicians argue over the possible repercussions of its continued construction. The transportation project aims to create a bus express lane within Cebu City, with its first phase in continuous operations for.....»»
Koko to pols: Stay away from ayuda distribution
Politicians should stay away from in-person distribution of ayuda or financial assistance from the government so as not to mislead the public that the aid comes from them, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III said yesterday......»»
Politicians, parties warned vs scammers
With the midterm elections still more than a year away, fake offers to manipulate poll results are becoming rampant, according to the Commission on Elections......»»