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Villar: Successive typhoons brought P10 billion loss to agriculture
On October 25, Typhoon Quinta made five landfalls in central Philippines, particularly in Southern Tagalog and Bicol Region, Regions VI and VII, NCR, Central Luzon, Cordilleras and Northern Luzon. According to reports a total of 115,181 families or 501,289 persons were affected in 2,255 barangays in Regions III, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, V, VI, VII and VIII.…
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DOLE stops work at Skyway Extension
By John Clifford Lintao THE much-awaited Skyway Extension project is snagged anew as the Department of Labor and Employment on Monday ordered a work stoppage to make way for the investigation following Saturday’s deadly accident involving a steel girder. In a virtual press briefing, the labor department’s spokesperson Rolly Francia said the order by DOLE-National…
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Accident stalls Skyway Extension anew
By John Clifford Lintao THE much awaited completion of the P10-billion Skyway Extension project may not take place as scheduled following an accident which resulted in the death of one and injuring four others. In a statement, Skyway Extension contractor EEI Corp said that a crane that was being positioned for its next task tilted…
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Bato is COVID-19 positive
By Fernan Angeles FROM all indications, not even a “man of stone” isn’t safe from being infected by the deadly virus from Wuhan, China. The man of stone, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has admitted on Saturday that he has tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). “I’m sorry to inform you that I tested…
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Suddenly, Pops Fernandez’s name turns up in Derek Ramsay-Andrea Torres split
Kapuso actor Derek Ramsay has finally confirmed his split with fellow Kapuso star Andrea Torres. Ramsay pointed out that there was no third party involved in the separation. But netizens were thinking otherwise. There were rumors that a third party caused the break-up of Derek and Andrea. Pops name has been mentioned in the comments…
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SMC to open 100 add’l RFID installation sites in north and south to meet surge in demand
To cope with the increased number of motorists wanting to avail of free Autosweep RFID stickers before the December 1 full implementation of cashless toll collection at major expressways, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) said it is putting up 100 additional RFID installation sites, among many other measures, to cater to motorists from both southern and…
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No more mining please, Ynares asks Duterte, DENR
By Fernan Angeles FROM how it looks, the Rizal Provincial Government would be swayed by documents finding no fault on mining companies over the massive flooding that has hit the province during the onslaught of the recent typhoons. In a letter addressed to President Rodrigo Duterte, Rizal Governor Rebecca Ynares reiterated their call for a…
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Duterte to make advance payment for vaccines
By Fernan Angeles TAKING cue from the recommendations made by the National Task Force Against COVID-19, President Rodrigo Duterte agreed to enter into advance supply agreements and provide early payments to COVID-19 vaccine producers. At the regular press briefing, presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said the President made the decision based on the recommendations of National…
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Las Pinas City gears up for annual parol competition
Senator Cynthia A. Villar has formally launched a parol-making competition in Las Pinas City to help support the city’s parol-making industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “While COVID-19 may have prevented us from doing the festivities to celebrate our 15th Parol Festival this year, this should not stop us from honoring our annual tradition of showcasing…
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Mariah Carey finally ‘recognizes’ talent of Ariana Grande
Remember the time when Mariah Carey would throw a little shade at up-and-coming divas, including Ariana Grande? That happened four years ago when Mariah dropped by the television show “Watch What Happens Live” hosted by Andy Cohen. In that episode, Andy asked Mariah about the divas she knows and she doesn’t. When Andy asked Mariah…