Tolentino backs BFP modernization
Sen. Francis Tolentino has expressed support for the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)’s request to acquire modern equipment and increase its personnel......»»
DOJ charges 2 alleged NPA financiers with terrorism financing
According to the DOJ, the case stemmed after reports that Dumlao and Tolentino possessed firearms and ammunition without a clear source of income or apparent purpose......»»
Consider alliances with Netherlands, Norway, DFA urged
The Department of Foreign Affairs should consider alliances with non-defense allies like Norway, the Netherlands and other countries for maritime exploration, research and development amid conflict with China over the West Philippines Sea (WPS), Sen. Francis Tolentino said yesterday......»»
Visita Iglesia 2024: Archdiocesan Shrine of San Nicolas de Tolentino Parish
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The tradition of visiting seven to 14 churches during Holy Week is known as the Visita Iglesia. It is one of the religious and cultural practices among Catholics in the Philippines, where every Maundy Thursday to Good Friday, they participate in a pilgrimage to seven churches to dedicate time to prayer.....»»
Senator calls out loitering China vessels in Philippines Rise
Chinese vessels were caught “loitering” and doing research in Benham Rise, also called Philippine Rise, which is within the country’s exclusive economic zone, Sen. Francis Tolentino said yesterday......»»
Senate probe sought on cyanide fishing in Panatag Shoal
Sen. Francis Tolentino is seeking a Senate investigation into the alleged cyanide fishing carried out in parts of the ocean within Philippine territory, particularly near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, which he branded as “environmental terrorism.”.....»»
Sparkle artists hataw ngayong Pebrero
RATED Rni Rommel Gonzales SA big screen naman nagpapamalas ng galing sa pag-arte ang mga Sparkle artist na sina Thea Tolentino, Glaiza De Castro, Pokwang, at Kelvin Miranda. Switch muna sa pagpapatawa si Thea sa romantic comedy film na Take Me to Banaue ng Carpe Diem Pictures na ipinalabas na sa mga sinehan noong February 12. Samantala, bibida ang award-winning actresses na ….....»»
Senate maritime committee approves archipelagic sealanes bill
Sen. Francis Tolentino formed a technical working group to fine tune the consolidated bills designating archipelagic sea lanes in the Philippines......»»
Pia Cayetano is first woman to lead Senate blue ribbon committee in Senate’s 106-year history
Senator Pia Cayetano replaces Senator Francis Tolentino, who resigned from his position to prepare for his reelection bid in 2025.....»»
Olympic qualifying tougher than usual
Only four athletes are so far guaranteed to compete for the Philippines in the Paris Olympics this year but POC president Bambol Tolentino is hopeful more will qualify despite the challenges alog the way......»»
Smart backs Paris-bound Philippines athletes
Smart Communications, Inc. has signed a partnership agreement with the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) to strengthen the telco’s support for the Philippine delegation to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games......»»
BI backs DFA on stricter visa controls for Chinese
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) supports the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)’s plan to implement stricter rules for the issuance of tourist visas to Chinese nationals......»»
Eyeing decider vs Bulldogs, Golden Spikers told to wake up
With their backs against the wall, University of Santo Tomas Golden Spikers head coach Odjie Mamon said he wants to challenge his wards to “wake up” as they face a 0-1 hole in the UAAP men’s volleyball championship......»»
DA backs early rice tariff collection certification
The Department of Agriculture is supporting the proposed earlier certification of tariffs collected from rice imports to fast-track the rollout of programs aimed at aiding farmers such as cash assistance......»»
House backs Comelec plan to ban substitution by withdrawal
Administration lawmakers have expressed support for the plan of the Commission on Elections to prohibit candidates from taking advantage of substitution by means of withdrawal of their certificate of candidacy and advancing their personal interest......»»
Marcos backs revert to old acad calendar in 2025
Extreme heat driven by climate change has forced the government to speed up its return to the old school calendar, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. himself asking Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte to provide a "concerted plan" for schools to go back to the June-March schedule by "next year.".....»»
DA backs allowing NFA to sell rice in markets
The Department of Agriculture supports the move of Speaker Martin Romualdez to amend the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) to allow the National Food Authority (NFA) to sell rice in the markets, DA Assistant Secretary and spokesman Arnel de Mesa said yesterday......»»
Senator backs return to old school calendar
Expressing concern over the prevailing heat conditions, Sen. Francis Tolentino has expressed support for the proposal to revert to the old school calendar......»»
First Lady backs FIVB WC 2025
The Philippines’ solo hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025 took a giant stride after First Lady Liza Marcos vowed her full support during an organizational meeting in Malacañang last Tuesday......»»
Boss Toyo backs plan of Yogi Ruiz to run for Cebu City mayor
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- A group of vloggers and social media influencers gathered in Cebu City Saturday night to show their support for former Bureau of Customs (BOC) Commissioner Yogi Ruiz, who has expressed his interest to run for mayor in Cebu City in next year’s election. The group was led by Boss Toyo or Jayson.....»»
Angkas backs Marcos’ openness to expand motorcycle taxi industry
President Marcos in the Bagong Pilipinas Townhall Meeting on Traffic Concerns held recently in San Juan underscored the significance of motorcycle taxis in the daily lives of Filipinos......»»