The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) The Met: LIVE in HD – Season 10 explores the grandeur of Egypt in its fourth installment with Giuseppe Verdi’s Aida this May 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Glorietta 4, Cinema 1 in Makati City. Thrust into an empire war between Ethiopia and Egypt, Verdi’s Aida narrates a romance while unearthing faded …
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Strengthens role in public asset protection for 3rd straight year The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has once again outperformed its non-life insurance premium target—marking its third straight year of exceeding goals and reinforcing its crucial role in protecting public assets nationwide. For 2024, GSIS posted P10.5 billion in non-life insurance premiums, significantly surpassing its P8.9 billion target. This follows its strong …
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By Tracy Cabrera Nearly three years after it was promised during the 2022 presidential campaign, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s vow to bring down the price of rice to P20 per kilo is finally taking root, starting this week, but only in the Visayas. Often dismissed as just another campaign slogan, the P20-per-kilo rice program is now being piloted through …
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The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is racing to complete its long-awaited Electronic Ticketing Management System (ETMS) before the year ends, aiming to streamline ticketing processes and eliminate fraudulent transactions. According to PPA spokesperson Eunice Samonte, the agency targets to roll out the ETMS in time for the next travel peak, following the influx of passengers seen during Holy Week. “Balak …
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The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) announced on Friday that the OFW Hospital (OFWH) in San Fernando, Pampanga, will undergo significant expansion this year to meet the rising demand for medical services from overseas Filipino workers and their families. Key developments include the hospital’s move to secure a Level 2 license from the Department of Health. This upgrade will allow the …
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Following the death of Pope Francis on Monday, April 21, a wave of support from Filipino Catholics has emerged online, advocating for Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle to become the next head of the Roman Catholic Church. While well-intentioned, Church leaders warn that such public campaigning is misplaced and potentially harmful. The selection of a new pope is not influenced by …
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Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Friday directed the Cagayan provincial police to conduct an exhaustive investigation into the assassination of Rizal town Mayor Joel Ruma, who was seeking reelection. Marbil gave the directive during his visit to Ruma’s wake, where he personally extended condolences to the family. Following the wake, the PNP chief proceeded to …
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The Supreme Court (SC) announced that all annulment and nullity of marriage cases must now be filed and served electronically, in line with recent amendments to court procedures. In a news release, the SC said it has expanded the coverage of Rule 13-A of the Rules of Civil Procedure, which mandates the electronic filing and service of pleadings, motions, and …
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec), through its Task Force Kontra Bigay, has issued show cause orders (SCOs) to six mayoral candidates and 11 other local aspirants for alleged violations of election laws, including vote-buying and the misuse of government resources during the campaign period. Among those named is Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna, who is facing scrutiny over accusations of vote-buying …
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order (EO) No. 86, establishing the legal basis for granting Philippine visas to digital nomads—foreign nationals who wish to live in the country temporarily while working remotely for employers or clients based abroad. The newly signed EO aims to boost the country’s tourism and economy by welcoming remote workers who can contribute …
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