The Outsider: RSA bullish on Philippine economy
The Philippines remains one of Asia’s best-performing economies with its gross domestic product growth of 6.3 percent in the second quarter of 2024. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, among the major economic sectors, Industry and Services posted year-on-year growths…
What’s Up Attorney?: Marrying a Filipina: Pros and Cons
Millions of Filipinos and thousands of Caucasians are married to Filipinas and appear to be happy. Generally speaking, Filipinas are caring and loving. They are usually hygienic. They use “tabo” (small water pitcher to wash intimate parts). Bidet is…
Office of Vice President budget approval derailed as VP Sara, solons clash in House panel hearing
By Jeanne Michael Penaranda QUEZON CITY – Tension filled the House of Representatives during the deliberation on the proposed P2 billion budget of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) on August 27 as VP Sara Duterte and some lawmakers…
Upside: Voting empowers
“Suffrage” is strange word for an act that empowers. The word refers to the right to vote, the act that gives you a voice in representative or democratic society. Your vote may not determine your desired outcome, but it should…
‘Hello, Love, Again’ starring Alden Richards, Kathryn Bernardo wraps up filming in Canada
“Hello, Love, Again,” the much-awaited sequel of Alden Richards and Kathryn Bernardo’s blockbuster “Hello, Love, Goodbye,” has just finished taping in Calgary, Canada. On Instagram, Joross Gamboa shared an update that they just wrapped up shooting scenes in Canada, GMA…
Julia Barretto-Joshua Garcia comeback film nets P320 M in 3 weeks
The reunion movie of ex-lovers Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto “Un/Happy for You” continues to draw audiences to the cinemas. This as the film co-produced by Star Cinema and Viva Films has earned P320 million in gross ticket sales in three…
Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos receives 2024 Nonprofit of Distinction Award
By Dan E. Niño HAWAIIAN GARDENS, California – The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Cerritos (FAC3), together with 17 other outstanding community organizations — was among the recipients recently honored by Rep. Michelle Steel (CA-45) as the “2024…
PHL launches 3-tranche US dollar bond offering
MANILA – The Philippines returned to the international bond market for the second time this year via a three-tranche US dollar-denominated bond offering. “[It will be] benchmark size and it’s a multi-tranche USD issuance,” National Treasurer Sharon Almanza said.. Moody’s…
More overseas Filipino voters seen as Comelec set for internet voting in 2025
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) expressed optimism about meeting its target of 1.48 million registered overseas voters for next year’s midterm elections. “(We have) a lot of expectations still sa (in the) remaining days of registration… Sa overseas voters,…
Timor-Leste rejects Teves’ appeal to stop his extradition
TIMOR LESTE/MANILA – Expect the repatriation of former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves from Timor Leste to the Philippines soon to face trial for various charges filed against him. This as the Timor-Leste government turned down the appeal filed by Teves…
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