by Boy Villasanta Filipino actor Sam Milby and beauty-queen Catriona Gray attested to the belief that even in love, there’s no forever. This, Sam and Catriona, came in the wake of the couple calling it quits recently. In the press conference recently of the series “Saving Grace” where Milby is one of the major lead stars, one entertainment journalist asked …
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Figaro Coffee Group (FCG), a leading player in the Philippine food and beverage industry, reported strong financial performance for the fourth quarter of 2024, showcasing robust growth and a solid financial standing. The company achieved strong profitability, strengthened its operational capabilities,and expanded its market presence. For the period October 1 to December 31, 2024, FCG recorded a net income before …
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With online love scams becoming increasingly sophisticated, Senator Joel Villanueva has called for intensified public awareness campaigns and the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in combating cybercrime. Villanueva’s statement follows a report from the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) revealing eight cases of online romance scams in January alone. According to PNP-ACG data, a total of 72 cases …
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House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Friday expressed full support for the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) plan to establish a unified identification (ID) system for persons with disabilities (PWDs), emphasizing the need for its immediate implementation to prevent fraud and ensure that rightful beneficiaries receive their privileges. He urged the government to expedite the system’s rollout, highlighting the …
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The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) reported last week the seizure of a shipment of imported mackerel that had been misdeclared as frozen goods. The shipment, consigned to Straradava, included 19 container vans that arrived at Manila’s South Harbor on January 21, according to a news release from the DA. During a spot inspection, authorities discovered that one …
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The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Friday dismissed as false the claims circulating on social media that its database had been breached by a group of hackers. “This is fake news. There was no breach nor any successful attempt to hack the systems of PCSO,” PCSO General Manager Mel Robles said in a statement. He further clarified that the …
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The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) confirmed recently that Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy has been transferred back to Pasig City Jail following weeks of hospitalization due to pneumonia. BJMP spokesperson Jail Supt. Jayrex Bustinera said the televangelist was initially taken to the Rizal Memorial Center (RMC) on Jan. 18 after experiencing shortness of breath. …
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Senate leaders on Thursday welcomed the appointment of former Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) head Vivencio “Vince” Dizon as the new Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), following the resignation of Jaime Bautista due to health reasons. Malacañang announced Dizon’s appointment, effective February 21, as part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership in key government agencies. …
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The Eulogio Rodriguez Jr. High School (ERJHS) Alumni will pay tribute to “10 Most Outstanding Alumni” during its 73rd Foundation Day and Grand Alumni Homecoming on Feb. 22-23. ERJHS Alumni Association president Ramon Ferreros of Batch 73 said the 10 awardees were chosen based on their “remarkable achievements and significant contributions to their respective fields and the community.” The 10 …
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By Tracy Cabrera Despite concerns over potential challenges under a Trump 2.0 administration, the country’s largest group of exporters remains “hopeful” about achieving growth this year. However, their primary concern lies in the looming changes to US packaging regulations. According to Philippine Exporters Confederation Incorporated (PhilExport) president Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr., exporters are preparing to comply with Washington’s proposed requirement for …
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