According to a report by the Philippine News Agency (PNA), weightlifting champion Hidilyn Diaz will be enshrined in the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Hall of Fame during an upcoming awards night. The 33-year-old athlete from Zamboanga City secured the Philippines’ first-ever Olympic gold medal in the women’s 53kg weightlifting category at the 2020 Tokyo Games. […]
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October 6, 2024, Manila – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is anticipating a surge of candidates in the final two days of the filing period for certificates of candidacy (COC) and certificates of nomination and acceptance (CON-CAN) on Monday and Tuesday. Comelec will accept filings past the official 5 p.m. deadline as long as candidates
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March 16, 2024 The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) is taking steps to address the impending water crisis caused by the El Niño phenomenon by assuming control of the Metro Cebu Water District (MCWD). According to Ronnie Ong, LWUA’s chair, this move aims to mitigate the losses that MCWD has incurred over recent years. Ong
March 12, 2024 In Negros Oriental, the relentless grip of the El Niño phenomenon has inflicted substantial damage to vital agricultural crops, leaving farmers grappling with significant losses. Alejandro Rafal, the head of the Department of Agriculture-Provincial Agriculture Technology Coordinating Office (DA-PATCO), revealed alarming figures indicating that the drought-induced El Niño has ravaged rice, corn,
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February 16, 2024 In the heart of Iloilo City, amidst a challenging period marked by a severe drought that has gripped the region in 2023, the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) stands as a beacon of support for the agricultural community. Demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding farmers against the unpredictability of nature, PCIC has proactively
February 10, 2-24 In Bacolod City, the vibrant celebration of the Bacolaodiat Festival stands as a testament to the enduring bond between the city’s residents and its Filipino-Chinese community. Marking its 19th iteration, this grand festival, which ingeniously blends the name of Bacolod with “Lao Diat,” a Fookien phrase meaning celebration, has become one of
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February 8, 2024 Cagayan de Oro City is gearing up for a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration, anticipated to significantly boost the local economy. John Asuncion, the leader of the Oro-Trade Investments Promotion Center (Oro-TIPC), shared his optimistic projections, especially highlighting the economic ripple effect of the upcoming dragon boat race. This event alone is
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February 5, 2024 In a compelling call to action, the head of the Philippines’ 149-member city mayor’s association emphasized the critical need for unity to foster continued national progress, peace, and prosperity. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama, serving as the national president of the League of Cities of the Philippines, voiced the association’s support for
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January 29, 2024 The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is gearing up for a significant initiative aimed at bolstering the resilience of vulnerable communities in the picturesque Ilocos Region of the Philippines. With a budget allocation of PHP 86.8 million, the Risk Resiliency Program (RRP) is set to roll out its comprehensive strategy
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In the intricate landscape of U.S. immigration policy, concerns have surfaced regarding President Joe Biden’s approach to border security, particularly in relation to the sovereignty of Texas and adherence to immigration law. Critics argue that the administration’s policies reflect a disregard for the stringent security measures advocated by border states and suggest that these policies
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