November, 2025

• 27 November

  Guided by faith, strengthened by love

  

  Kasalan sa SM makes a long-awaited dream wedding come true “For richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health.”  These vows were already a lived reality for SM employee Ruby and her husband Joel Villablanca long before they formally received the Sacrament of Marriage at the 10th Kasalan sa SM of the Felicidad T. Sy Foundation. She was then …

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• 27 November

  Business tycoon urge PBBM to abolish VAT from utilities

  

  By Tracy Cabrera  UGONG, Pasig City — Noting the anger felt by taxpayers over the scandalous rape of public coffers by corrupt government officials, businessman Dennis Anthony Uy has suggested a formula that could somehow assuage the ire of majority of Filipinos.  The technology tycoon cited the slim chances of government’s efforts of recovering hundreds of billions in squandered funds and …

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• 27 November

  DoF orders suspension of BIR field audits

  

  By Tracy Cabrera  MALATE, Manila — Amidst reports of a ‘money-making scheme’ involving the issuance of audit documents, the Department of Finance (DoF) has ordered the suspension of all Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) field audits as a necessary step toward a systemic overhaul of the agency’s audit operations. In an official announcement, finance secretary Frederick Go disclosed that the halt on …

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• 27 November

  Honored among the world’s best: LANDBANK earns global recognitions for banking excellence and leadership in 2025  

  

  LANDBANK has earned seven major distinctions from leading global financial publications in 2025,  recognizing its exceptional performance in inclusive finance, institutional banking, investment  banking, and the visionary leadership of its President and CEO.   Affirming its leadership in financial inclusion and its stature in the banking industry, the state-run Bank  earned a spot on the Forbes World’s Best Banks 2025 list, …

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• 27 November

  Northern Samar, UP unite to advance geological conservation

  

  By Tracy Cabrera  DILIMAN, Quezon City – The University of the Philippines (UP) and provincial government of Northern Samar have teamed up to advance geological heritage conservation, research collaboration and sustainable development initiatives in the province. The meeting and signing of the memorandum of agreement was held recently at the UP National Institute of Geological Sciences in Quezon City with Northern …

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• 27 November

  Appellate court upholds dismissal of Silang municipal engineer

  

  By Tracy Cabrera  ERMITA, Manila — In denying with finality his appeal that the Ombudsman gravely erred in imposing extreme penalties that were not commensurate with his alleged acts, the Court of Appeals (CA) has upheld the dismissal of Silang, Cavite municipal engineer Robert Marquina over the ‘simulated’ bidding for flowers and string lights used in a ball celebrating the Feast of …

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• 27 November

  PBBM President and First Lady Continue to Serve

  

  By Tracy Cabrera  MALATE, Manila — Reminding the nation that truth does not rely on theatrics but simply stands firm, civic leader Dr. Jose Antonio Goitia offers a clear message to the Filipino people during a time when rumors attempt to overwhelm reason and noise tries to outshout reality.  Reacting to widespread criticism against the administration, the chairman emeritus of …

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• 27 November

  Puregold Hakot Relay Run connects communities

  

  by Isabella Cuartero Thousands gathered at Burnham Green Park in Luneta in the afternoon of November 22 for the launch of the Puregold Hakot Relay Run, transforming the historic grounds into a celebration of fitness, teamwork, and community camaraderie. Blending exercise, entertainment, and Puregold’s iconic “hakot” experience, the three-kilometer relay introduced an innovative twist to the traditional fun run format. Teams of three joined the race …

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• 27 November

  A California Wine Dinner at Finestra, Solaire Resort Entertainment City

  

  Finestra at Solaire Resort Entertainment City presents an evening filled with the finest Italian wines from the wine regions of California—Napa Valley, Mendocino, and Los Carneros. Uncover the distinct flavors and cultural heritage of each region with every taste of this rich pairing dinner happening on November 27 at 6PM. Indulge in a 6-course menu of exquisite dishes curated by …

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• 27 November

  Strategic Response to China’s Bullying 

  

  CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City — China’s escalating aggression in the West Philippine Sea (WPS)—from shadowing and ramming vessels to using military-grade lasers and spreading disinformation—has pushed the Philippines to strengthen its defensive posture and in response, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has launched a four-pillar strategy to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty, protect maritime rights, and uphold a rules-based international …

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