June, 2023

• 20 June

  World champion Italy, 7 others in VNL

  

  By Robert Andaya Expect volleyball fireworks starting the fourth of July as world champion Italy and seven other countries take the floor for the 2023 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay. The seven other countries in the event scheduled July 4-9 are 2022 world championship runner-up Poland, 2016 Rio Olympics gold medalist Brazil, world No.8 Japan, No. 9 …

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• 20 June

  NCSC plays key role in CSC’s Workshop on Public Service Ethics and Accountability

  

  The NCSC has actively taken part in two-day seminar-workshop on public service ethics and accountability (PSEA) at the Connect Function Hall of Savoy Hotel in Pasay City recently.  Breaking the ice was NCSC Chairman Franklin Quijano’s opening remarks that served as a guide on how important the activity was in terms of public accountability in government and public service.  The …

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• 20 June

  Why ‘Environment for Life’ Matters: A DENR Ecosystem

  

  On the occasion of the global celebration of World Environment Day, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) held an Environment for Life media event that highlighted the DENR’s two-pronged blueprint for strategic and effective sustainable development and environmental action in the country. Led by DENR Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga, the presentation was an eye-opener to the promise and possibilities …

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• 20 June

  Association of terminals and operators in Manzanillo is created

  

  Port terminals and operators in Manzanillo have united to create the Association of Terminals and Operators of Manzanillo (ASTOM), a pioneer organization that aims to promote and further strengthen the Port of Manzanillo. ASTOM will enhance the competitiveness and efficiency of Mexico’s most important port through improved connectivity, process optimization and innovation, all guided by the principles of social and …

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• 20 June

  DTI showcases tastes of the Philippines at Taipei International Food Show 2023

  

  The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues to implement the strategic priorities identified in the recently launched Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) pursuant to the economic agenda of the President, through the Philippine participation at the 33rd Taipei International Food Show.  Held from 14-17 June 2023 at the 4th floor, Hall 2 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in …

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• 20 June

  TVJ as underdog; to holler in July

  

  When Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon (also known as TVJ) with the rest of the legit Dabarkads finally, collectively resigned from TAPE (Television and Production Exponents), Inc., the content creator of the longest running noontime show on TV “Eat Bulaga,” the viewing-public didn’t mince words of regrets and immediately shown and thrown sympathy to the departing group. …

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• 20 June

  The 27th BiFan, hallyu tradition and Filipino stars

  

  The first time I was in South Korea was in 2011 when the tremendous impact of K-pop was felt not only in Korea itself but all throughout the world. I was a film student of the Fantastic Film School (FFS) of the Network of Asian Fantastic Films (NAFF) of—by that time it was still called Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival …

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• 20 June

  Why Joshua Garcia is dubbed “Supsup King”?

  

  This early, young actor Joshua Garcia is one of the most watched and awaited Filipino actors on the big and small screens. Not only because of his fine features but his acting prowess as well. Given any role (teenybopper, boy-next-door, lover boy etc.) he excels in any of them. That is why he is a prized possession of ABS-CBN. His …

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• 20 June

  Mega consortium MIAC to invest P210-B for NAIA modernization

  

  The proposed rehabilitation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) by the Manila International Airport Consortium (MIAC) is projected to contribute $14.6 billion to the Philippine economy through direct investments and knock-on effects on trade and tourism. The mega-consortium – composed of six of the country’s largest conglomerates – said its unsolicited bid to upgrade the NAIA would cost $3.8 …

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• 20 June

  Vilma in the US; Nora in Siquijor and the gathering of senior celebs

  

  Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos recently flew to Los Angeles, California with husband Congressman Ralph Recto and sin Ryan Christian. Vilma was also with her older sister Emilyn from the Philippines. It was a family bonding time with Vi’s sisters in the US, namely Maritess and Winnie! Oh! No sooner said, the Santos sisters embarked on a fun Tik …

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