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BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte will not be endorsing any candidate—whether local or national—for the 2025 elections. “As of this moment, it is my personal decision not to endorse any local or national candidates because my experience in the last election in 2022 was not good,” she said in a […]…

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MANILA, Philippines— The head of the state health insurer thinks it is wrong to blame him for the controversial transfer of its P89.90-billion excess funds to the national treasury. Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., president and chief executive officer of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth), expressed his belief when Sen. JV Ejercito confronted him about the PhilHealth’s fund transfer during Tuesday’s budget deliberations at the Senate. According to the senator, PhilHealth should not be proud of its savings when many of its members are struggling to pay hospital bills. READ: JV Ejercito calls for replacement of PhilHealth chief for UHC failures […]…

Keep on reading: PhilHealth chief on P89B excess funds: Wrong to pin the blame on me

NEW YORK — Toy giant Mattel says it “deeply” regrets an error on the packaging of its “Wicked” movie-themed dolls, which mistakenly links toy buyers to a pornographic website. The error gained attention on social media over the weekend, where numerous users shared photos of the URL printed on the back of the boxes for the special edition dolls, which feature characters from the movie adaptation of “Wicked” set to hit theaters later this month. Instead of linking to Universal Pictures’ official WickedMovie.com page, the website listed leads to an adult film site that requires consumers to be over 18 […]…

Keep on reading: Mattel ‘deeply’ regrets misprint on ‘Wicked’ dolls packaging that links to porn site

MANILA, Philippines – An employee of the business process outsourcing firm which was raided by members of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), filed a complaint against its spokesperson for slapping him twice, which was caught on CCTV. The 54-year-old employee filed a slander by deed complaint against Winston Casio before the Office of the Provincial Prosecutor in Balangan City, Bataan. “Ako po ay pinagbintangan ng walang basehan, minaltrato, tinakot at pinagsasampal ng respondent. May isang tauhan siya na lumapit sa akin, sabi niya binabastos mo kami. Dumating na nga itong si Mr. Casio, bigla na lang niya akong parang […]…

Keep on reading: Complaint filed vs. PAOCC spox over slapping incident

The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) released the full list of nominees for its 39th edition, which recognizes films and artists of the Philippine cinema in 2022. “The PMPC is holding the 39th Star Awards for Movies to honor and rightfully recognize deserving individuals in the movie industry two years ago when the world has just recovered from the onslaught of the global pandemic,” the award-giving body said through its Facebook page on Monday, Nov. 11. PMPC will hold a special awards presentation this coming Nov. 24. Here is the official list of nominees for the 39th Star Awards for […]…

Keep on reading: PMPC announces 39th Star Awards for Movies nominees

WASHINGTON — US President-elect Donald Trump named new members for his incoming administration on Monday, tapping loyalists for several key posts after signaling his desire to have his cabinet confirmed without Senate oversight. His staffing picks are the subject of intense speculation and scrutiny, with Trump vowing that his second administration will oversee a radical shake-up of the federal government. The 78-year-old Republican tycoon said Sunday he would nominate hardline immigration official Tom Homan as the country’s “border czar,” while Lee Zeldin, an early political ally, was proposed as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) chief. READ: Trump rules out Pompeo, […]…

Keep on reading: Trump ramps up transition moves with key appointments

MANILA, Philippines — Motorists should brace for another round of fuel price hikes this week as oil companies will impose increases ranging from P1.20 to P2.10 per liter starting Nov. 12. READ: Big oil price hike: P2.10/L for diesel, P1.50/L for gas starting Nov 12 In separate advisories, Seaoil, PetroGazz, Shell Pilipinas and Caltex said […]…

Keep on reading: Diesel price up by P2.10 per liter starting Tuesday

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday called on the cruise tourism industry to strengthen its partnership with the government. He said this in his speech during the Seatrade Cruise (STC) Asia 2024 in Parañaque City. READ: Seaports mushroom amid cruise ship influx “To the distinguished representatives of cruise lines, esteemed industry leaders, and valued partners, the Philippines extends a warm and earnest invitation to you to deepen our partnerships—founded on the principles of shared success and mutual aspiration,” Marcos said. READ: PPA seeks to boost cruise tourism with P743-million Aklan port “May your participation in the Seatrade […]…

Keep on reading: Marcos seeks deeper partnership with cruise tourism industry

Grammy-nominated rock band Hoobastank is set to rock Manila with a special live performance on February 12, 2025, at the New Frontier Theater. This year marked the 20th anniversary of the band’s iconic album, The Reason, which includes hits like “The Reason,” “Same Direction,” and “Out of Control.” Fans can expect a night filled with […]…

Keep on reading: Hoobastank to rock Manila on February 12, 2025

MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Service Commission (CSC) clarified on Monday that individuals who passed the Bar and licensure examinations are automatically eligible for civil service positions. In a statement, the CSC explained that under the amended Republic Act (RA) No. 1080, “the Bar examinations and the various examinations conducted by government boards are regarded as civil service examinations.” According to the CSC, eligibility is essential for appointments to government positions that require the practice of a profession, such as doctors, engineers, and lawyers. Licensed professionals may also work for government positions unrelated to their field of practice. The commission added […]…

Keep on reading: CSC: Bar, board exam passers eligible for civil service positions