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Court allows Philippine news site Rappler to continue operating: Report…

By Desk Writer
August 9, 2024
in :  Philippines
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Philippine news site Rappler co-founded by Nobel Laureate Maria Ressa can continue to operate after a court overturned its shutdown order given by the SEC according to the ruling released on Friday. It’s a huge legal victory for the media outlet. Ressa and Rappler have been fighting multiple court cases filed during former President Rodrigo Duterte’s ruling. Maria Ressa who …

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Majority of Filipinos Support Cellphone Ban in Schools, Pulse Asia Survey Reveals

By Desk Writer
August 7, 2024
in :  Philippines
majority of filipinos support cellphone ban in schools, pulse asia survey reveals (2)

Based on a recent Pulse Asia survey, Sherwin Gatchalian, Chairperson of Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts and Culture, said most Filipinos support cell phone ban in educational environments. The analysis reveals pretty substantial public support for the idea since 76% of respondents favor the proposal to limit using cellphones on school grounds. On the other hand, 13% of respondents …

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Carlos Yulo: The Filipino Who Won Two Olympic Gold

By Jasmine C.
August 5, 2024
in :  Philippines
carlos yulo the filipino who won two olympic gold

Carlos Yulo has made history for the Philippines with two gold medals from one Olympic Games—a feat never before achieved by a Filipino athlete. After his earlier floor exercise performance, his incredible triumph in the vault final has started a national pride and joy tsunami. The small gymnast’s achievement has catapulted him into the national scene and made him a …

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Carlos Yulo A Fighting Spirit Despite 12th Place Finish

By Desk Writer
August 1, 2024
in :  Philippines
carlos yulo a fighting spirit despite 12th place finish

Great Philippine gymnast Carlos Yulo shown perseverance and will throughout the men’s all-around final at the Paris Olympics. Yulo started slowly, but his performance proved his world-class ability and future success’s promise. Great ending but difficult starting point Early in the tournament, Yulo had a major fall off the pommel horse—a mistake that would have compromised his performance. Among men’s …

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PH House of Representatives Okays Medical Marijuana Bill – Legalizing Soon?

By Noto
July 30, 2024
in :  Philippines
ph house of representatives okays medical marijuana bill legalizing soon

By supporting the medical marijuana bill during Tuesday’s third reading, the House of Representatives is acting historically. House Bill 10439 has passed this important stage with an overwhelmingly majority of 177 votes in favor, just nine against, and nine abstentions altogether. Main Provisions of the Bill The acceptance of House Bill 10439 marks a turning point in the road towards …

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After Super Typhoon Carina, Who is to Blame: Government Planning or Climate Change?

By Desk Writer
July 26, 2024
in :  Philippines
after super typhoon carina, who is to blame

Super Typhoon Carina has once more exposed the Philippines’ sensitivity to highly unusual weather patterns. The terrible devastation done to infrastructure, agriculture, and life emphasizes how urgently a thorough review of disaster response plans and readiness is needed. A crucial question arises as the country recovers: is the main offender government neglect or the relentless power of climate change? The …

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Philippines being hit by Typhoon Carina(Gaemi) and Southwest Monsoon Winds, impacts work and connectivity…

By Desk Writer
July 24, 2024
in :  Philippines
philippines being hit by typhoon gaemi and southwest monsoon winds, impacts work and connectivity

Typhoon Carina(Gaemi) and Southwest monsoon winds brought heavy rain on Wednesday, July 2024, to Manila, the capital of the Philippines region and the northern provinces of the country. The rain was so havoc that it halted work and school including the stock and foreign trade exchanges.  The Presidential office suspended classes at all academic classes and work in most government …

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Attention Online Sellers! BIR Says You Have to Pay Tax Now

By Jasmine C.
July 17, 2024
in :  Philippines
attention online sellers bir says you have to pay tax now

Noting all of the Philippine online retailers! There is a new rule affecting your company coming from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). Online markets will be hiding a 1% tax on your sales as of July 15, 2024. Calm yourself! This page will verify you’re BIR compliant and dissect what you need to know about this new tax rule. …

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The Alice Guo Trial Finally Reveals a Pogo-Pharmally Link, Hontiveros Points

By Jasmine C.
July 15, 2024
in :  Philippines
the alice guo trial finally reveals a pogo pharmally link

The outcome of the Alice Guo trial lately shocked Philippine society. Found guilty of kidnapping and severe illegal detention for holding a fellow Chinese worker captive in her Makati condominium, Guo is a native of China Still, the value of the experiment goes much beyond this particular instance. Seizing this chance, Senator Risa Hontiveros has drawn attention to a concerning …

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What Leaders Have to Say About VP Sara Skipping the SONA

By Noto
July 14, 2024
in :  Philippines
what leaders have to say about vp sara skipping the sona

The decision of Vice President Sara Duterte to declare herself as the “designated survivor” prior to the State of the Nation Address (SONA) sparked a storm of reactions. Senators and political leaders have discussed the implications and goals of her comment under different degrees of criticism and admiration. Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero and Senator Sherwin Gatchalian have both publicly …

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