Author: Salvador Versoza
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Philippine Military Resolute in Upholding Sovereignty in West Philippine Sea
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) remains steadfast in its commitment to defending the nation’s sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), according to AFP chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. Speaking at the military’s 89th founding anniversary celebration, Brawner emphasized the AFP’s unwavering stance in the region, bolstered by modern equipment and…
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Comelec Disposes of Over 81,000 Defunct PCOS Machines for Over PHP12 Million
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Manila has successfully auctioned off 81,776 non-functional Precinct Count Optical Scan (PCOS) machines, fetching a sum exceeding PHP12 million. The sale was awarded to Microsphere System Technology, which offered the highest bid of PHP12.264 million, as per a resolution disclosed on Friday. Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia confirmed that…
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New Philippine Air Force Commander Commits to Advanced Air Defense Strategy
In a significant leadership transition at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura took over as the new commander of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) from Lt. Gen. Stephen Parreño, who retired after a distinguished 37-year career. During the change of command ceremony on December 19, 2024, Cordura outlined his vision…
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President Marcos Jr. Engages in Detailed Review of 2025 National Budget with Cabinet
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has initiated a thorough examination of the proposed PHP6.352 trillion national budget for 2025, engaging in a series of meetings with key Cabinet members. On Wednesday, Marcos convened with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, and Public Works Secretary…
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Senate Moves to Honor Sofronio Vasquez III for Historic ‘The Voice USA’ Victory
In a move to celebrate a groundbreaking achievement, senators in Manila have proposed formal recognition for Sofronio Vasquez III, the first Filipino and Asian to clinch the title at the international singing competition, ‘The Voice USA.’ Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada, through Senate Resolution No. 1262, praised Vasquez for his unwavering perseverance and resilience,…
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No Final Decision Yet on Pardon for Mary Jane Veloso, Says Palace
The Philippine government has yet to make a final decision regarding a potential pardon for Mary Jane Veloso, an overseas Filipino worker who is due to return to the Philippines after spending more than a decade imprisoned in Indonesia. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin emphasized that the current focus is on ensuring Veloso’s swift return home.…
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Iloilo City Surpasses 2023 Revenue Goals, Leads Western Visayas
Iloilo City has outdone its revenue collection objectives for 2023, set by the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF), with a collection efficiency of 113 percent. This achievement has positioned the city as the leading highly urbanized city in Western Visayas. The city’s assessor and treasurer’s offices were instrumental in collecting PHP2.43 billion, exceeding the…
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