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Duterte tells allies to fast-track Bayanihan extension bill
By Fernan Angeles PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte wanted to make sure that Congress would be able to fast-track the extension of the validity of two spending laws by certifying the bill as urgent. In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said that certifying the Bayanihan extension bill will ensure that delayed COVID-19 response projects would still…
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Villar assists fire victims
Sen. Cynthia A. Villar distributes more than 100 pieces of blankets to fire victims in Barangay Sauyo, Novaliches, Quezon City recently. The senator, through the Villar SIPAG group, has been giving all forms of help to victims of calamities. She has also been providing livelihood programs in poor communities and helping women augment family earning.
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7th oil price hike in 7 weeks
By Fernan Angeles PUMP prices of petroleum products seemed increasing week after week. In fact, the last seven weeks saw petroleum companies imposing hikes on a weekly basis – and another one is about to take place on Tuesday. In its fuel price forecast for the December 15 to 21 trading week, Unioil Petroleum Philippines…
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DOT looks into violating resorts
By John Clifford Lintao THE Department of Tourism is looking at the possibility of slapping sanctions to resorts found to have violated community quarantine protocols amid viral photos of a large group gathering in a Batangas resort. DOT also hinted at legal actions over the proliferation of fake COVID-19 test results, citing reports that many…
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Leonen stays as Associate Justice for now
By John Clifford Lintao SUPREME Court Associate Justice Marvic Leonen is likely to remain as magistrate, at least until after the holidays as the House Committee on Justice hinted on the idea of tackling the impeachment complaint against him next year. House Justice committee vice chairman Rufus Rodriguez said that there isn’t much time to…
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Villar SIPAG to honor partners in poverty reduction
Senator Cynthia A. Villar announced Villar SIPAG’s (Social Institute for Poverty Alleviation and Governance) annual search to recognize top local organizations who have been working in the grassroots level to alleviate poverty and improve the lives of the Filipino people. “This year’s search for poverty reduction champions is more meaningful given the challenges that we…
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Duque heeds calls, agrees to take first shot of vaccine from China
By Fernan Angeles APPALLED by nasty remarks on the government’s preference for Chinese-made COVID-19 vaccines, Health Secretary Francisco Duque agreed to take the first shot of it before the government starts administering vaccination to some 24 million Filipinos on the “priority list.” In an online press briefing, Health Undersecretary Rosario Vergeire said that aside from…
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Homegrown Filipino Tokyo Tempura backs the displaced who were affected by the pandemic
Immediately one month after the lockdown, Tokyo Tempura offered the “Free Franchise” program, co-brand with already existing brands and expanded its business amidst the crisis. “With this program, there will be no franchise fee needed but you will just have to pay for the equipment, small renovations and the cart for the business,” said Jorge…
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Ameer Sanchez takes comedy to the next level in ‘House Rules’
The beloved Miss Becky is back as Madam Becky in her crazy dormitory in the new sitcom “House Rules” under Oxin Films! And portraying Madam Becky is Ameer Sanchez who we all love in the BL series “My Day.” “Yes, I am one of the lead actors. First time ko mag lead sa isang sitcom…
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Pia Wurtzbach, Jeremy Jauncey share best memories through physical photos
Scottish businessman Jeremy Jauncey, boyfriend of Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach, said on Sunday, Dec. 6, that he would never get tired of looking back at the best memories with his family and his girlfriend captured through physical photos. Jeremy revealed that Pia also shares the same interest for physical pictures. For full details, click: https://mb.com.ph/2020/12/06/pia-wurtzbach-jeremy-jauncey-share-best-memories-through-physical-photos/