Author: Crispin Valdez
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Public Demand for Vice President Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Validated by Survey, Says Lawmaker
A recent Tangere survey has been cited by Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Jil Bongalon as a strong endorsement for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Bongalon, who serves as one of the impeachment prosecutors in the House of Representatives, emphasized that the survey results reflect a significant public demand for accountability and justice.…
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Tragic Highway Collision in General Santos City Claims Four Lives, Injures Thirteen
A devastating head-on collision on the national highway in Barangay Apopong, General Santos City, resulted in the death of four individuals and left thirteen others injured on a Sunday afternoon. The incident involved a private commuter van and a pick-up truck, occurring around 3 p.m. near a roundabout, as reported by Capt. Lamberto Rabino of…
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Piddig’s Basi Revolt Reenactment Triumphs at Ilocos Norte’s Tan-ok Festival
In a stunning display of cultural heritage and artistic prowess, the town of Piddig in Ilocos Norte clinched the top prize at the Tan-ok ni Ilocano Festival held in Laoag City on February 15, 2025. The festival, which celebrates the richness of Ilocano culture, saw Piddig’s reenactment of the Basi Revolt of 1807 captivate thousands…
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PAGCOR Commits to Funding Major Upgrades at Philippine Military Academy
In a significant show of support, the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has vowed to fund the enhancement and construction of several key facilities at the Philippine Military Academy (PMA). This announcement was made by PAGCOR’s chair and CEO, Alejandro Tengco, during the PMA Alumni Homecoming event held in Baguio City on February 15,…
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Western Visayas Rolls Out Ambitious AI Strategy for 2025-2030
In a significant move towards technological advancement, Western Visayas has introduced its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development Action Plan for the years 2025-2030. The launch took place in Iloilo City, marking a pivotal moment for the region’s future. Engineer Rowen Gelonga, who leads the Department of Science and Technology in Western Visayas and chairs the Regional…
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Sorsogon Sees a Surge in Tourism with 138% Increase in 2024
LEGAZPI CITY – The Sorsogon Provincial Tourism, Culture and Arts Office announced a remarkable increase in tourist numbers for 2024, with arrivals soaring to 2.86 million, a 137.91% rise from the previous year’s 1.2 million. Bobby Gigantone, the province’s tourism officer, highlighted that the majority of these visitors, totaling 2.73 million, were domestic, while 135,712…
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Negros Occidental Police Commits to Safeguarding May 12 Elections Amid Volcanic Threats
In a resolute commitment to public safety, the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) has pledged to prioritize security for the upcoming national and local elections on May 12, despite the looming threat of an eruption from Mt. Kanlaon. This assurance was made by NOCPPO director Col. Rainerio De Chavez during a significant peace covenant…
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Apple Teams Up with Alibaba to Boost AI Features on iPhones in China
In a strategic move to enhance its iPhone offerings in China, Apple has formed a partnership with Alibaba Group Holding, according to the South China Morning Post. This collaboration aims to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) features into Apple’s devices, leveraging Alibaba’s cutting-edge Qwen AI model. The decision to partner with Alibaba comes as Apple…
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Philippine Money Supply and Bank Lending Surge in December 2024
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) announced a significant rise in the nation’s money supply, known as M3, for December 2024. The money supply grew by 7.7% to reach PHP18.8 trillion, up from PHP17.4 trillion the previous year. On a month-to-month basis, M3 saw a slight increase of 0.2% from PHP18.1 trillion in November 2024.…
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Presidential Communications Office Teams Up with VERA Files for Nationwide Fact-Checking Workshops
MANILA – In an effort to enhance media literacy and tackle misinformation, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) has announced a collaboration with VERA Files to conduct a series of fact-checking workshops for state media personnel. Named ‘Siguraduhing Totoo: A VERA Files Fact Checking and Online Verification Training,’ the program is designed to train fact-check officers…
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