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31 March

DU30 arrest a good film material

I wonder how National Artist for Film Lino Brocka would react if he were alive today about the arrest of former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte. Lino who was an anti-fascist, first and foremost, as a person and secondly, as a citizen of the republic. Most of all, Brocka was a freedom fighter as an artist. Remember that during the fierce …

31 March

2025 Cinemalaya short film search on

Celebrating more than 20 years of championing Philippine independent filmmaking, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and the Cinemalaya Foundation Inc. open the screens for submission to the Short Film Category of the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2025. The deadline for submissions is on or before May 16, 2025, until 6pm. The country’s biggest independent film competition is …

31 March

Ex-Market Monitor editor wins at 2nd Sining Filipina visual arts contest

In the middle of her presswork as Features Editor of Market Monitor, Gem Suguitan had to choose between journalism and caregiving for her folks. At the time, her dad was bedridden while her mom was withdrawn from the crowd. On top of that, the family had to move to Vintar, Ilocos Norte where the family of her father is rooted. …

31 March

PHL joins list of most aesthetic passports in the world

The Philippine passport earned global recognition for its unique design, landing a spot on Hypebeast’s list of the world’s most aesthetic passports. Hypebeast – a contemporary culture and lifestyle company – praised the passport’s “iconic Philippine eagle” design, which is printed on its flip cover. The eagle symbolizes strength and freedom, making it a fitting emblem for Filipino travelers. “After …

31 March

BCDA sees P48-B revenue from NAIA T3 land sale

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) recently renewed the lease of the 61-hectare land occupied by Terminal 3 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) with the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA). A memorandum of agreement (MOA) was signed between BCDA and MIAA for the P48-billion property. BCDA Chairman Hilario Paredes – accompanied by president and CEO Joshua Bingcang, …

31 March

NLEX reopens Marilao lanes after repairs

The four northbound lanes of the Marilao segment of North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) have been reopened after completion of repairs on the interchange bridge that was damaged by an oversized truck. Originally scheduled for completion within two weeks, the private operator expedited the repairs on bridge after swiftly delivering the fabricated steel needed for the infrastructure. On March 19, an …

31 March

SSS requirement for OFW clearance unconstitutional – High Court

The Supreme Court declared unconstitutional the requirement for land-based overseas Filipino workers (OFW) to make Social Security System (SSS) contributions before they can be granted Overseas Employment Certificates (OEC). The High Court en banc partly granted the petition filed by Migrante International and other groups, striking down Rule 14, Section 7(iii) of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the …

31 March

Ensuring safe Clark-Siargao flights

Siargao island often gets rains coming from winds and currents from the Pacific Ocean. While these waves and rain, intensified by the Mindanao current, give Siargao its serene and lush greenery and fuel its reputation as the country’s surfing capital, these might cause unfavorable weather conditions that may cause some turbulence that might delay or cancel a flight to Siargao. …

31 March

CALAX Cavite segment for completion in 2025

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is fast-tracking construction of the Cavite segment of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) to ensure its completion by third quarter of 2025. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan reported that the 8.64-kilometer Subsection 3, which includes the Governor’s Drive Interchange, is 44% complete, bringing the overall progress of the 44.58-kilometer expressway to 68%. Once completed, …

30 March

Casino Plus Makes History with ₱102.5 Million Jackpot – The Largest Online Baccarat Pay Out in Philippine History

Manila, Philippines – March 24, 2025 – Casino Plus has set a historic benchmark for the Philippine gaming industry by awarding a record-breaking ₱102,576,582.94 Baccarat jackpot shared among 11 lucky players. This landmark payout stands as the largest Baccarat prize ever awarded in the country, reinforcing Casino Plus’ leadership in the gaming sector. This unprecedented payout not only marks a …

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