Pagbati kay VP Sara
Magandang araw muli mga kababayan kong Bicolano! Noong Linggo, Hunyo 19, pormal nang nanumpa si Vice President-elect Sara Duterte sa harap ni Supreme Court Associate Justice Ramon Paul Hernando. The post Pagbati kay VP Sara first appeared on Abante......»»
Robredo binati si Sara; handa nang makipagpulong para sa transition
MANILA, Philippines — Sumulat si Vice President Leni Robredo kay Vice President-elect Sara Duterte-Carpio para ipaabot ang pagbati nito sa pagkapanalo ng alkalde sa 2022 elections. Sa kanyang sulat nitong Lunes, sinabi ni Robredo na natanggap niya ang sulat sa kanya ni Duterte-Carpio na may petsang Mayo 27 kung saan humiling ito ng inisyal na […] The post Robredo binati si Sara; handa nang makipagpulong para sa transition appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
Digong kay Sara: Happy birthday, I love you
“HAPPY birthday, I love you.” Ganito ang naging pagbati ni Pangulong Duterte sa anak na si Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio na nagdiriwang ngayong araw ng kanyang ika-42 kaarawan. Sa video message, pinaalahanan ni Duterte si Sara na maging tapat sa bansa at magserbisyo nang maayos. “Be true to your country. Work hard for the […] The post Digong kay Sara: Happy birthday, I love you appeared first on Bandera......»»
PBBM proclaims himself VP Sara’s ‘official BFF’
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday openly expressed his support for Vice President Sara Duterte, who recently resigned from the governing Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats party amid the ongoing political discord. During the launch of a new pier in Liloan, Cebu, Marcos called himself Duterte's "official BFF (best friends forever)" after the Vice President introduced him to give his speech. The Chief Executive also assured that he remains the Vice President's biggest fan. "The reason I made her laugh (is) because I told her here amid what is happening, I've just officially designated myself as your self-appointed official BFF," Marcos said. "I'm sorry, but whether you like it or not, I'm still your number one fan," he added. The Chief Executive said this while House Speaker Martin Romualdez, also the president of Lakas-CMD, was in attendance, along with former Liloan mayor and now Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco and husband Cebu 5th District Representative Duke Frasco. UniTeam, the duo comprising the country's highest-ranking officials, recently faced uncertainty when news emerged last week about a lower house coup targeting Romualdez, the President's cousin. The coup was allegedly orchestrated by Pampanga 2nd District Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, who served as Duterte's mentor. The post PBBM proclaims himself VP Sara’s ‘official BFF’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Sara outlines priorities to address education gap
A set of seven focus areas for the Department of Education was unveiled yesterday by Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte in a bid to fulfill the Marcos administration’s education agenda......»»
Join DepEd agenda, Sara asks private sector
Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte on Thursday urged the private sector to join the government in implementing the Department of Education’s MATATAG agenda. “As the vice president and secretary of Education, I strongly encourage the private sector to join hands with the government and our development partners to ensure that we can achieve our objectives in education,” Duterte said in a speech for the Department of Education Partners Convergence. “With the help of our partners, we can provide alternative ways of learning, and develop lifelong learning skills, which will enable students to learn in the safety of their homes, especially during emergencies and disruptions,” she added. Duterte said learners will recognize that true learning is an ongoing process and that they never stop growing and developing as individuals through the MATATAG agenda. “They will remain committed to continuous self-improvement and self-reflection, finding ways to improve and expand their own knowledge and skills so that they can better support those around them,” she said. Duterte said that “being matatag” means cultivating resilience, perseverance, and determination, not only in their own studies but also in supporting others who may be struggling or disadvantaged. “Our matatag learners will be the pillars of strength and stability for their fellow learners, providing a steady hand to guide them through the ups and downs of their educational journeys. And these learners will define the future of the Philippines,” she added. Duterte said Filipino children must be given a chance to compete on an equal playing field with the rest of the world. “They are the future of our nation and investing in their education today will bring great benefits to our country in years to come,” she said. “We greatly appreciate the support we have received from our partners and stakeholders, but we also recognize the challenges we still face in achieving our goals,” the Vice President added. She also commended all the participants who have come together from different organizations with a shared goal of improving the lives of learners and people in developing communities. “To be a matatag partner means to be strong and unwavering in the face of challenges and adversity. It means being steadfast in our dedication to the learning and growth of our Filipino learners and acknowledging the essential role that teamwork and solidarity play in achieving these goals,” Duterte said. “As Matatag partners, we recognize that education is not just about academic achievement, but it is also about personal growth, building character, and developing life skills. And, ultimately, to be a Matatag partner means to be part of something greater than ourselves,” she added. In the past two months, the DepEd has gathered representatives of Official Development Assistance (ODA) partners to align their programs to the MATATAG agenda. “Our ODA partners provided insights and suggestions for regions that may need more programs, and they identified the key areas into which partners can provide their technical assistance,” Duterte said. Duterte said local partners also expressed their support to reinforce the MATATAG agenda by renewing their commitment to providing relevant assistance to the Department of Education. “Let us work together to prioritize our interventions in education, including increasing the number of quality teachers, ensuring that our school facilities are adequate, and providing access to modern technologies that will enhance the learning experience of our students,” she added. The post Join DepEd agenda, Sara asks private sector appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
VP Sara: We defeated the ‘devil’
DAVAO CITY — Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday admitted that she avoided mentioning the New People’s Army which she regards as the “devil’s name”, but has only realized the need to speak about it to defeat them. “We needed to speak of the devil if only to defeat the devil. And we did,” she said in her speech during the Davao City’s first anniversary as an insurgency-free city. “But speak of the devil not with fear but with the resolve, the bravery, the tenacity of real patriots determined to defend our fellow Filipinos, particularly our children, and our homeland.” The Vice President clarified that she avoided mentioning the “devil’s name” in order not to dignify its presence or acknowledge the monstrosity of its terrorist acts over the past 53 years. “I thought that mentioning ‘New People’s Army’ added more air into their swollen state of madness and encouraged them to unleash more destruction and death and string another cycle of violence for the people to suffer from,” Duterte said. She recounted the terrorism perpetrated by the NPA which includes the death of a four-month-old girl in Talakag, Bukidnon, following an NPA ambush in November 2016 and the death of a vendor who died five days after falling into a coma after he was hit by a landmine that the NPA detonated in Mandug here in May 2017. “The threat of a terror group like the NPA to the lives of Filipinos, the future of our children, and our most cherished democratic ideals are real. Let us look back at Paquibato when it was still under the shadows of the NPA,” Duterte said. She added that during that time, most children were not getting enough nutrition and many were out of school — a vulnerability exploited by the NPA for recruitment. “There was a scarcity of government services and basic infrastructure because Paquibato was an NPA territory and this made the people more miserable,” Duterte said. The post VP Sara: We defeated the ‘devil’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Jolina Magdangal may espesyal na birthday greeting kay Darren Espanto, pinabulaan ang mga ‘chika’ ukol sa singer
ISA ang TV host-actress at singer na si Jolina Magdangal sa nagpaabot ng pagbati sa Kapamilya singer na si Darren Espanto. Sa kanyang Instagram account ay ibinahagi niya ang stolen shot na kuha nila habang nakaupo sila sa stage. Makikita sa larawan na tila nakatitig si Darren kay Jolina habang tila abala ang lahat sa […] The post Jolina Magdangal may espesyal na birthday greeting kay Darren Espanto, pinabulaan ang mga ‘chika’ ukol sa singer appeared first on Bandera......»»
Sara mum on House squabble, GMA meet
Vice President Sara Duterte has remained mum over the reported leadership squabble at the House of Representatives and her meeting with former president and Deputy Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo......»»
GMA posts picture with VP Sara after Lakas-CMD drama
GMA posts picture with VP Sara after Lakas-CMD drama.....»»
VP Sara resigns from Lakas-CMD President Marcos: She has too much work to do
Following a shakeup that saw her close ally, former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, lose a senior House leadership position, Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday resigned from the ruling Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats lamenting political “toxicity” and “powerplay.”.....»»
VP Sara highlights stronger Halal industries
In an effort to attract more tourists to the country, Vice President Sara Duterte underscored the need to strengthen the Halal industries or food and products permitted by the laws of Islam. In separate courtesy calls to Duterte on Thursday, Malaysian Ambassador Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino and Brunei Darussalam Ambassador Megawati Manan said boosting the halal industries in the Philippines will make the country more friendly for Muslim communities. The Vice President said she agreed to establishing programs aimed at strengthening the halal to better serve Muslims and foreign tourists. “With regard to the Halal industry, yes, I agree with you. When I was mayor in Davao City, one of our bigger projects was about tourism. And we were missing out a segment of tourists because there’s much (of them who asked) how strong is the halal industry,” the Vice President told Ambassador Megawati. “Admittedly, we did not have before so we created the Davao City Halal Council to discuss how we can strengthen the halal industry in Davao City,” she added. She also shared that she built a halal slaughterhouse during her term as mayor of Davao City. Meantime, the Vice President also appealed to the collective effort of stakeholders “to have our sights set on an active call for inclusion.” “To all of us, let us never dim the lights of inclusive education,” Duterte said in her keynote speech during the Language and Inclusion Summit at Marriot Hotel in Pasay City. She underscored the Department of Education’s MATATAG agenda in basic education which “only becomes truly meaningful and effective if we can put inclusivity at the center of what we do — if we only make inclusivity the heart and the soul of our reforms and efforts to improve basic education.” “This means that our MATATAG Agenda does not forget, discriminate against, or disregard Indigenous Peoples or our Lumad brothers and sisters, our Muslim communities, or people with disabilities,” said Duterte. The post VP Sara highlights stronger Halal industries appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Philippine vice president Sara Duterte resigns from ruling party
MANILA, May 19 (Xinhua) -- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte resigned Friday as a member of the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD), the ruling political party in the House of Representatives. Duterte, who serves as the party's chairperson, did not state the reason for her "irrevocable" resignation. "I am here today because of the trust of the Filipino people ... This cannot be poisoned by p.....»»
Fact check: Sara Duterte ‘quote’ telling teachers with laptop issues to shut up is fake
A quote card in which Vice President and Department of Education Secretary Sara Duterte said teachers with complaints over their DepEd-issued laptops should "shut up" is fake......»»
P19-M illegal drugs intercepted at NAIA
The Bureau of Customs Port of NAIA reported the interceptions of an abandoned luggage containing illegal drugs with an estimated value of P19 million. Customs district collector Atty. Yasmin Mapa disclosed on Wednesday that an abandoned bag from PAL flight PR737 from Bangkok originating from Addis Ababa was found to contain at least 2.8 kilos of suspected shabu. Mapa said that the illegal drugs were found during inventory of abandoned baggage conducted at NAIA Terminal 1. BoC X-ray Intelligence Group chief Atty. Lourdes Mangauang said that based on the baggage tag, the owner of luggage was owned by a certain Sara Tabitya, identified as a Ugandan national upon verification with the Bureau of Immigration. Mangauang added that during the inspection of the said luggage, BoC-NAIA duty X-ray operator Norman Peñaflor discovered a suspicious image when it was passed through the X-ray machine. They immediately conducted a 100 percent physical examination of the luggage that yielded a white plastic containing 2.8 kilos of white crystalline substance suspected shabu. Upon sending a sample of the said substance it turned positive for methamphetamine. The BoC turned over the illegal drugs to the NAIA-PDEA for further investigation. The post P19-M illegal drugs intercepted at NAIA appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bukidnon solon induction swells Lakas-CMD registry
Lakas-CMD retains control of the House of Representatives after welcoming another member on Tuesday, bringing the party’s total strength in the chamber to 71. Bukidnon Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores, the newest member of the House’s most prominent political clan, was sworn into office by Speaker Martin Romualdez. “I thank Cong. Flores for joining the right political party whose commitment is to work towards a better future for our nation. We are honored to welcome you today as the 71st House member of Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats, a dedicated advocate for positive change,” said Romualdez, the party’s president. Some House leaders, including House majority leader Mannix Dalipe and chairperson emeritus and former president, now Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, witnessed the event. The party’s growing membership, according to Romualdez, is to steamroll legislative support to the presidential agenda for prosperity and socio-economic development. “Let us join together in our drive for meaningful progress in addressing our country’s critical issues,” said the House chief. The late then-president Fidel V. Ramos founded and served as chairperson emeritus of the Lakas-CMD in 1999, which Romualdez now leads with Vice President Sara Duterte. During the campaign season for last year’s polls, the Lakas-CMD actively supported the Marcos-Duterte tandem and is now considered an administration party. The number of its members ballooned days before Marcos held his first State of the Nation Address in July. Meanwhile, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday urged Northern Luzon lawmakers to strengthen the “Solid North” regional bloc and maintain its unity and relevance for the country’s benefit. The President made the call during the oathtaking ceremony of the newly elected officials of the Northern Luzon Alliance held in Malacañang. In his speech, Marcos recalled the difficult times when the group was considered politically irrelevant. “(T)hose times that we went through that, the Ilocano bloc remained solid. And the result is that we are now here celebrating the taking the oath of new officers of the Northern Alliance here in the Palace,” Marcos said. The post Bukidnon solon induction swells Lakas-CMD registry appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Andre Paras ibinandera na sa madlang pipol ang non-showbiz GF, sweet na sweet sa Boracay
IBINANDERA na ng Kapuso actor at TV host na si Andre Paras sa buong universe ang kanyang girlfriend na si Honey May Escarez. Ito ang unang pagkakataon na nag-post ang binata ng sweet photos nila ng kanyang non-showbiz dyowa sa social media kaya naman bumaha ng pagbati mula sa kanyang mga supporters at kaibigan sa showbiz. […] The post Andre Paras ibinandera na sa madlang pipol ang non-showbiz GF, sweet na sweet sa Boracay appeared first on Bandera......»»
Inaugural AI summit sets stage for Phl future redefined by AI
Aboitiz Data Innovation, the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence arm of the Aboitiz Group, successfully held the inaugural AI Summit in the Philippines from 10 to 11 May 2023 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Pasay, Philippines. In partnership with Union Bank of the Philippines, Aboitiz Equity Ventures and Google Cloud, the groundbreaking event broke open the discussion and incited action on shaping the future of the country with AI. The summit brought together over 1,000 industry professionals from various sectors, marking a significant milestone in the country’s technological landscape. The Aboitiz Group is currently undergoing a "Great Transformation" to become the Philippines’ first "techglomerate" with ADI at its forefront, operationalizing DSAI to transform data into business and sustainability outcomes to better serve the needs of its customers and stakeholders. The "AI Summit PH 2023: Redefining the Future with AI" forum featured real-world use cases of data being turned into actionable insights and deep-dived into discussions on the challenges, opportunities and advancements within the AI and tech space. The AI Summit PH 2023 was opened with a captivating keynote speech titled “Reimagining a Sustainable and Equitable Philippines with AI” delivered by Third District of Negros Occidental Representative and Housing and Urban Development Chairperson Jose Francisco Benitez. In his address, Benitez highlighted the pivotal role of technological innovation in promoting national development, as heralded by the Philippine constitution. He emphasized the need for collective action in equipping the people with the necessary skills and fostering innovation to adapt, compete and flourish in a brave new world. “A digital future is our national destiny. Let us work together to harness its benefits for all,” Benitez said. [caption id="attachment_132920" align="aligncenter" width="1501"] Third District of Negros Occidental Representative and Housing and Urban Development chairperson Jose Francisco Benitez inspired the crowd at the AI Summit PH 2023 with his message on the power of AI and innovation in promoting national development. (PHOTO COURTESY OF ABOITIZ)[/caption] Through a series of engaging events, including talks, fireside chats, panel discussions, knowledge sessions and networking opportunities, the AI Summit PH 2023 provided a platform for industry leaders, tech innovators and game-changers to share valuable insights and actionable use cases of AI implementation. Attendees were exposed to a diverse range of topics, exploring the immense potential of AI in revolutionizing various sectors, driving sustainable urban development, transforming financial services, powering sustainable smart cities and operationalizing DSAI. Google Cloud Southeast Asia’s Regional Customer Solutions Manager Richard Coombes delivered a presentation on how Google is bringing AI to users, business and society. He also participated in a panel discussion on Generative AI with leaders from ADI and Amazon Web Services. Tiffany Adriana, Google Data Analytics - Southeast Asia Customer Solution Consultant joined experts from Connected Women and KPMG Philippines to discuss data-driven foundations with a focus on data literacy and inclusion. The AI Summit PH 2023 also served as an exceptional platform for networking and collaboration, fostering connections among industry professionals, entrepreneurs and visionaries. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with tech innovators and game-changers, expanding their professional networks and exploring potential partnerships. During the two-day summit, ADI and Connected Women launched its partnership on empowering the latter’s members to take on advanced services such as data handling, language annotation and image annotation for ADI’s Data Science and Artificial intelligence projects. ADI and Mila’s partnership on building responsible AI solutions for the power sector was also announced during the Summit through a ceremonial signing. Mila, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, focuses its mission on core research areas such as health, environment and climate change, and AI ethics. Mila extends its expertise and leadership in AI to deliver advances that will benefit all of society. On the financial services front, LBC Express, Inc., ADI and UnionBank signed a tripartite agreement to champion financial sustainability at the inaugural AI Summit. Through this initiative, LBC clients will have access to small business financing from UnionBank to help finance their expansion plans. The SeekCap Embedded Scoring Agreement was also signed by UBX and ADI during the event. “Let me congratulate Aboitiz Data Innovation on spearheading the first Artificial Intelligence Summit. We laud your efforts in forging our path to national advancement through technological research and innovation as you forge strong partnerships in the field of technology,” shared Vice President of the Philippines Sara Z. Duterte in an official statement. “This active pursuit to explore artificial intelligence and find ways to use it positively for progress facilitates a culture of futures-thinking and preparedness in society,” she added. On the second day of the summit, Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Ivan John Uy presented an overview of the DSAI landscape in the Philippines and future prospects of these technologies within the country. Uy said, “Digital transformation is about constantly adapting and optimizing new solutions to the ever-changing needs of society, and it starts with deeper and more meaningful partnerships between the government and the private sector. And we all share a common goal of transforming the country and accelerating its progress through the use of all these emerging technologies.” Dr. David R. Hardoon, Chief Executive Officer of ADI, expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming response to the first-ever AI Summit in the country and the active participation of industry and government leaders and diverse professionals. “We are thrilled with the success of the AI Summit, which surpassed our expectations in terms of attendance and engagement. This event truly showcases the potential of AI to revolutionize industries and drive sustainable development in the Philippines. We are proud to have provided a platform for meaningful discussions and collaborations that will shape the future of AI in the Philippines,” stated Hardoon. ADI plans to build on the success of the AI Summit PH 2023 and continue driving AI innovation to transform businesses and government and advance communities in the Philippines and beyond. They remain committed to advancing AI technologies, fostering industry partnerships and empowering businesses to harness the transformative power of AI for sustainable growth and development. ### The post Inaugural AI summit sets stage for Phl future redefined by AI appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Marcos admin earmarks P138B for higher education — DBM
CEBU – The Marcos administration has allocated a total of P138.77 billion for Higher Education programs and initiatives under the 2023 General Appropriations Act to put a premium on the education of Filipino children. Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said on Tuesday that it reflects the Marcos administration’s commitment to empowering the youth. “President (Ferdinand) Marcos (Jr.) himself said that education is the only legacy we can leave our children that will never go to waste. Indeed, education is our best investment for the nation,” Pangandaman said. "This is likewise in consonance with the promise of Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte to help the sector produce graduates that are employable," Pangandaman added. The P138.77 billion budget for Higher Education will go to State Universities and Colleges or SUCs (P107.04 billion) and the Commission on Higher Education or CHED (P31.73 billion). Part of the budget will be used to fund the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Program (UAQTE) with P45.8 billion. Other educational programs are likewise allotted with necessary funding for 2023. These include Student Financial Assistance Programs (P1.52 billion) which aim to provide scholarships and grant-in-aid programs to 21,053 student beneficiaries. A total of P500 million was likewise allocated for Medical Scholarship and Return Service Program to assist deserving medical students to pursue education and training, in exchange for services rendered in public health offices or hospitals. Meanwhile, the amount of P167 million will subsidize the tuition fees of medical students in SUCs. The post Marcos admin earmarks P138B for higher education — DBM appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Sara pays tribute to mothers
Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday paid tribute to all mothers, saying that they are the best teachers of Filipino values......»»
‘Recalibrating’ task force against Left insurgency
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the “recalibration” of the controversial NTF-ELCAC (National Task Force to End the Local Communist Armed Conflict), which he concurrently chairs, by designating Vice President Sara Duterte as the body’s co-vice chairperson......»»