By Rose de la Cruz With all his billions, tycoon Ramon S. Ang has amassed so much land that even in Boracay– where he also plans to build a road network from mainland Caticlan to Boracay which is being hotly opposed– he has lands fit for resorts that he admits he has no expertise in. For this reason, he is …
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By Rose de la Cruz Vice President Sara Duterte’s snub of the ongoing Congressional hearings on her office’s proposed P2 billion budget for 2025 is a clear manifestation of her acquired distaste and snobbery of the legislative branch and the House’s dangling of its legitimate “power of the purse.” People are being treated to a war of wits in this …
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By Rose de la Cruz When a suspect is arrested by the police, the usual procedure is inquest by a fiscal who decides whether or not to elevate the case in court. The arrest of fugitive pastor Apollo Carreon Quiboloy should not be any different from this procedure, otherwise this would mock our justice system. And if the court decides …
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ManilART, the country’s national art fair, returns this year with the theme “Prisms & Mosaics,” highlighting the multifaceted nature of contemporary Filipino art. Set to run from October 9-13, 2024, at the SMX Aura Convention Center, this year’s event is a dynamic celebration of diversity, complexity, and interconnectedness in artistic expression. This theme aligns with the National Commission for Culture …
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SM City Dasmariñas just hosted the ultimate celebration for Donald Duck’s 90th anniversary, and it was quack-tastic! The highlight? A meet and greet with the founding feather himself, Donald Duck! Fans of all ages, from the young to the young-at-heart, enjoyed every moment—snapping selfies, sharing laughs, and soaking in the Disney magic. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement and good …
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By Rose de la Cruz San Miguel Corp- led New NAIA Infra Corp (NNIC), which takes over the country’s main gateway on Sept. 14, has assured the public that airport operations will remain uninterrupted during the transition. Future changes and improvements, including terminal reassignments, will be carried out gradually and strategically and would be done in close coordination with airline …
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PASAY CITY, PHILIPPINES—The Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX), the leading government-organized travel trade event led by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, achieved a remarkable PHP 396,215,526 (USD 7,055,182.56) in sales leads during the Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) sessions on 04-05 September 2024, at Conrad Manila. This year’s record-breaking figures represent a 14.4% increase over last year, highlighting the growing impact of …
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Quezon City, Philippines – September 5, 2024 – Just over a week before Ice Seguerra’s highly anticipated birthday concert, Videoke Hits: OPM Edition, on September 13, tickets have officially SOLD OUT! But fans who missed their chance to join the fun need not worry—a second show has been added on November 8, 2024, at the Music Museum. This third edition …
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SM Foundation has activated Operation Tulong Express (OPTE) in the wake of Typhoon Enteng. The SM Group’s efforts, led by SM Supermalls employee volunteers, have reached over 2,500 families across multiple hard-hit areas. In Marikina, more than 500 families received Kalinga Packs containing essential goods. The assistance was distributed among families in barangays Tumana, Nangka, and Malanday. Expanding its reach, …
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By Rose de la Cruz Despite geopolitical uncertainties, Philippine CEOs (chief executive officers) are optimistic of business growth because of improving economy, which they noted is faster than most countries in the world. A survey done by British professional services brand Pricewaterhouse Coopers and the Management Association of the Philippines from July 8 to August 9 this year showed that …
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