By Rose de la Cruz Following an expose by a news columnist about the operation of a pharmaceutical company that entices doctors to push its products through prescriptions in exchange for plane tickets, cash and other luxury items, Senator JV. Ejercito has named the company, which he describes as worse than the “Pharmally scandal.” Ejercito said Bell-Kenz Pharma Inc., apparently the …
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By Boy Villasanta How an action star and a screen villain in Efren Reyes, Jr. makes the life of the late rock star April Boy Regino an eternal piece of biopic? How can an award-winning actor in Efren Reyes, Jr. preserve and repose the music of April Boy as an artist of the masses? Simply put, by directing them. After …
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By Rose de la Cruz A recent policy of the Philippine National Police banning aspirants from having body tattoos– which it links to those with criminal records or even belonging to groups engaged in crimes– was denounced by two congressmen, who urged the PNP for a reorientation of their bias against “this art form of expression.” Rep Jonathan Keith Flores …
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By Rose de la Cruz At least two House lawmakers proposed ways to reduce the 11.1 million people who rated themselves poor in the recent survey of Octa Research Group of UP. Among them are: creating at least 2 million net new jobs per year to reduce the 11.1 million to 5 million in 4 to 7 years and for …
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The Thailand Franchise Pavilion at International Franchise Expo, part of Franchise Asia Philippines 2024, held from April 12th to 14th, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center, served as a prominent platform showcasing a diverse array of franchise opportunities. This event garnered significant attention from entrepreneurs and investors seeking to explore partnerships and business prospects. The Opening Ceremony of the Thailand …
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DITO Telecommunity, the fastest-growing telecom provider in the country, launches DITO SA PUSO KO- a campaign that celebrates DITO subscribers’ love and loyalty to the brand, featuring the Philippines’ most popular and sought-after real-life couple, Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera. In a significant leap forward of being the Rated # 1 Mobile Network in the Philippines, DITO Telecommunity, the fastest-growing telecom provider …
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Coffee enthusiasts and skilled baristas gathered at Figaro Coffee Monaco Strip, Taytay, for the much-anticipated 4th Figaro Art of Coffee Competition. This annual event highlighted the creativity and expertise of regional baristas, showcasing their ability to blend aesthetic expression with exceptional coffee making. Event Highlights: The competition challenged participants to demonstrate their mastery in creating intricate latte art and innovative …
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Davao City, Philippines. Davao City is one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing and developing areas and is widely known as Mindanao’s largest economy zone, bringing in many businesses to develop. Davao also boasts of being ranked 87th as one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, according to the City Mayors Foundation. As the pandemic period significantly slows down, Davao City …
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ZAMBOANGA Masters Sardines trounced Negros Muscovados, 88-73, on Monday to grab solo lead in the MPBL Sixth Season elimination round at the Alonte Sports Arena. Other games saw Pampanga sustain its recovery with a runaway 96-72 victory over Mindoro and debuting Binan repulse Abra, 65-60, in the nightcap. The Zamboanguenos took control from the start and pulled away in the …
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THE Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA) is bringing back top-level competition to Metro Manila when it holds the ICTSI-Philippine Athletics Championships scheduled from May 8-12 at the Philsports Track and Field Stadium in Pasig City. The event previously known as the Philippine National Open brings together the best homegrown and Fil-foreign athletes as well as athletes/teams from Hong …
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