by Boy Villasanta It’s February once more and the National Arts Month has ushered in the country anew to celebrate the importance of arts and culture in the lives of the Filipinos to advance the pursuits of people in search for national identity. NAM opened last February 1, 2025 led by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) …
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by Boy Villasanta What do you expect when Asias’ Popstar Royalty Sarah Geronimo joins the ranks of pop icons James Reid, Barbie Almalbis, Adie, Arthur Nery, Drag Race PH S3 Queens, The Juans, Rob Deniel, Janine Tenoso, Paul Pablo, Ace Banzuelo, Over October, Loki, Alamat and Kara? Earthshaking performances, no less. Billed as “Enigma City Music Festival,” it will happen …
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The Department of Agriculture (DA) has assured the public that steps are being taken to prevent a potential egg shortage and price surge in the second quarter of the year. The anticipated supply issue stems from last year’s oversupply, which led to a sharp drop in egg prices and significant losses for local producers. As a result, many were forced …
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The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a stern warning against individuals aiding foreign spies in the country, vowing to take legal action against them for violating Philippine laws. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said they are working closely with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to gather intelligence on suspected foreign spies, including …
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The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has reaffirmed its commitment to assisting workers displaced by Internet Gaming Licensees (IGLs), formerly known as Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said the government remains dedicated to supporting these workers by organizing career fairs and providing livelihood opportunities. He noted that DOLE’s National Capital Region office regularly holds job …
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Customs officers at the Port of Clark have intercepted a shipment containing P10.2 million worth of shabu, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) announced Friday. Port of Clark District Collector Jairus Reyes said the illegal drugs were concealed inside four aluminum tubes, weighing approximately 1.5 kg. The shipment, which originated from the United States, was misdeclared as a “Black Vinyl Window …
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is set to expand its presence both locally and internationally, with plans to open additional consular offices in the Philippines and new diplomatic missions in Asia and the United States, Secretary Enrique Manalo announced on Friday. Among the upcoming overseas consulates are those in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; South Korea; and the United …
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the need for a thorough review of the proposed P200 daily wage increase, following calls from lawmakers urging him to certify the measure as urgent. Speaking in a chance interview in Pasay City on Friday, Marcos highlighted the role of the tripartite wage board in determining salary adjustments and the need to assess how …
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) confirmed on Friday that a Filipino police officer was among the 67 people killed in the mid-air collision between a military helicopter and a commercial airliner near Washington, D.C. In a press briefing at Camp Crame, PNP Information Chief Col. Randulf Tuaño identified the victim as Col. Pergentino Malabed, chief of the Supply Management Division …
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The recent discovery of foreign spies operating within the Philippines serves as a stark reminder of the escalating security threats facing our nation. These covert agents, often disguised as ordinary businessmen or tourists, are an alarming presence that compromises not only our national security but also the sovereignty of our country. With intelligence activities gaining momentum across the globe, it …
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