State subsidies drop by 8 percent to P20 billion in Q1
The government cut down its budgetary support to state-run firms by eight percent to almost P20 billion in the first quarter, with the bulk of the subsidies meant to support the agriculture sector......»»
Daily Gospel, May 13
This is the Daily Gospel for today, May 13, 2024. READ MORE: Daily Gospel, May 10 Daily Gospel, May 11 Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John 16,29-33 The disciples said to Jesus, “Now you are talking plainly, and not in any figure of speech. Now we realize that you know everything and.....»»
NBA Playoffs: Pacers rout Knicks to level series
Los Angeles, United States–Tyrese Haliburton scored 20 points and the Indiana Pacers dismantled the New York Knicks, 121-89, on Sunday to level their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final series at two games apiece. After the first three games of the best-of-seven series came down to the final minutes, Haliburton and the Pacers finally got their high-octane offense firing and.....»»
House starts plenary debates on rice tariff amendment
The House of Representatives will start plenary deliberations today on the committee approved measure amending certain provisions of the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) for purposes of bringing down the price of rice in the retail market......»»
200,000-MT sugar importation needed to prevent shortage – group
A producers’ group yesterday underscored the need to import 200,000 metric tons (MT) of sugar to prevent shortage in supply as it confirmed that sugarcane plantations in Negros have been severely damaged by El Niño......»»
Fire starters and careless conclusions
All it takes is a spark and you could burn down a large forest......»»
Will ‘One Last Time’ really be Gary V’s last concert?
As I sat transfixed and electrified by Gary Valenciano during his “Pure Energy: One Last Time” concert at the Mall of Asia Arena Friday night, many of his songs took me on quite a few trips down memory lane......»»
Dimples Romana shares tips for fellow moms
As days go by, more and more complex human tasks are either being assisted, if not completely accomplished by artificial intelligence (AI). But no advanced technology will ever match the strength that mothers show in facing the complex challenges of parenting. Giving mothers the strength and ginhawa they need allows them to provide the same for their families......»»
Anti-piracy IP code revision gains backing
A think tank is supporting the revision of the Intellectual Property Code to help crack down on piracy, noting the negative effects it causes on the country's economy and creative industry......»»
Municipality of Cagwait Launches a Beacon of Hope for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
Cagwait, Surigao del Sur-In response to the cases of gender-based violence (GBV) in the Municipality of Cagwait, the Local Committee Against Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Children (LCAT-VAWC) has established a temporary shelter, serving as a beacon of hope. This shelter provides a safe haven and protective custody to women and children in need of special protection.Inaugurated.....»»
Balik-Tanaw | Radical waiting and radical witnessing
As I write this, I am now on the seventh sojourn of my life as a solitary pilgrim. I began this life after retirement when homelessness was imminent and that’s when I decided to embrace uncertainty. Embrace what is yet to come. Embrace what you don’t know. Embrace life as it comes. And that’s when I thought of volunteering for food and a place to lay my head. And it has been a most meaningful life of retirement one could ever live. A life in solidarity with the poor and marginalized is a life that is so much worth living for. A life of freedom and a life that gives the best lessons on humility. (As you age, you need more help from people, right?) The post Balik-Tanaw | Radical waiting and radical witnessing appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Sey ni Alex kay Toni, Mommy Pinty: Love you kahit laging galit sa bahay!
ISANG nakakaantig na mensahe ang ibinandera ng actress-vlogger na si Alex Gonzaga para sa kanyang ina na si Mommy Pinty at kapatid na si Toni ngayong ipinagdiriwang ang Mother’s Day. Sa Instagram, ibinandera ni Alex ang isang kwelang video na tila kumasa sa isang laro ang tatlo kasama ang kanilang padre de pamilya na si.....»»
Filipino nurses call for decent pay, more staff
Filipino nurses urgently need government action on fair wages, increased staffing, and regularization of contract positions, an organization said on Sunday in commemoration of International Nurses Day......»»
Hirit ni Dina nang maghiwalay sila ni Vic: What can you do, virgin ako?!
WALANG murahan, walang sigawan at sabunutan na nangyari sa pagitan nina Dina Bonnevie at Coney Reyes nang pareho silang ma-involve kay Bossing Vic Sotto. Parang kuwento rin sa teleserye at pelikula ang naging love story nina Dina at Vic dahil sa pagpasok sa eksena ni Coney na siyang naging dahilan kung bakit naghiwalay ang dating.....»»
Filipinas’ U17 squad bow down to North Korea
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Women’s National Football Team’s under-17 squad hit a brick wall when they absorbed a lopsided, 0-6, defeat in the hands of North Korea in their game in the 2024 AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup in Bali, Indonesia on Thursday, May 9. It was a complete contrast to the Filipinas’.....»»
Sey ni Xian Lim ‘pag nakita ang ex: I hope you do find happiness
MULI na namang naging laman ng usap-usapan ang Kapuso actor na si Xian Lim ang naging pahayag nito sa “Family Feud”. Sa latest episode ng naturang programa na ipinalabas nitong Biyernes, May 10, isa sa mga naging tanong ng host na si Dingdong Dantes kung ano ang kanyang masasabi pag nakita ang kanyang ex. Nagsimula.....»»
Lorna Tolentino recalls co-starring with ‘Shogun’ star Hiroyuki Sanada in 1995 film
Did you know that Lorna Tolentino once portrayed leading lady to Japanese superstar Hiroyuki Sanada, who most recently played Lord Toranaga in the megahit Disney+ series “Shogun”?.....»»
The quest for learning
Economist Robert Gordon points out that, had you lived in 1870, 46 percent of jobs would have been in agriculture, and 35 percent would have been in crafts or manufacturing......»»
Stocks end week lower as investors digest Q1 data
Investors preferred to err on the side of caution yesterday, dragging down the market to its second consecutive loss......»»
No need for loyalty checks among police, military – President Marcos
Amid claims of destabilization plots against his administration, President Marcos does not see the need to conduct loyalty checks among the active members of the Philippine National Police and Armed Forces of the Philippines......»»