Tag: 2025
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COMELEC to 2025 bets: Use digital innovation ethically
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The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) enjoined candidates and campaign managers to responsibly adopt digital innovation in their campaigns. “Prioritize the truth, transparency and practice ethical campaigning,”Commissioner Rey Bulay emphasized during the National Election Game Changer Summit held in November 2024 at the Marquis Events Place in BGC, Taguig City. “Our…
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Top Ten New Year Resolutions for Gen Z: Empowering Change for Filipinos in 2025
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As the new year unfolds, Gen Z Filipinos are embracing resolutions that focus on personal growth, mental health, and positive social impact. Unlike previous generations, this cohort is determined to balance modern technological advancements with a deeper sense of purpose, community, and sustainability. Here are the top ten New Year…
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Mayor Treñas Orders Removal of Wires on Diversion Road by January 16, 2025
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ILOILO City Mayor Jerry Treñas has set a deadline for public utility companies to remove their wires and poles along the Diversion Road, also known as Senator Benigno S. Aquino Jr. Avenue, by January 16, 2025. This comes after the city government successfully dismantled the tangled wires at Calle Real…
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Motorists to Face Higher Fuel Prices as Retailers Announce Price Hike for 2025
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Motorists will see an increase in petroleum product prices this week as retailers announced a significant price hike on Monday to kick off 2025, following a rollback the previous week. In separate announcements, Seaoil Philippines Corp. and Shell Pilipinas Corp. stated they will raise the prices per liter of gasoline…
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“DOLE Releases 2025 Holiday and Special Day Wage Rules for Employers”
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MANILA, Philippines — Employers were reminded by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Thursday about the proper computation of wages for employees working on regular holidays, special non-working days, and special working days in 2025. The guidelines were issued under Labor Advisory No. 16, series of 2024, signed…
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PhilHealth Has Sufficient Funds Despite Zero Subsidy in 2025 Budget – DOH
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Health Secretary Ted Herbosa clarified on Monday that despite the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) receiving no subsidy under the proposed 2025 national budget, it has a surplus of P150 billion from its 2024 budget. This surplus, he said, can cover the subsidy for indirect members. Herbosa, who also chairs…
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Comelec Issues Guidelines for Eco-Friendly Campaigning in 2025 Midterm Elections
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MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has released guidelines for campaign activities in the upcoming 2025 midterm elections. Outlined in a 32-page resolution issued yesterday, the Comelec encouraged candidates and their supporters to prioritize the use of eco-friendly and recyclable materials for their campaign paraphernalia. The poll body…
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Philippines Set to Be POGO-Free by 2025
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MANILA – By 2025, Philippine offshore gaming operations (POGOs) will be completely eradicated in the Philippines, following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s full ban on these establishments. However, the government is preparing for potential “guerrilla operations” that may arise in response to the crackdown. “All licenses are cancelled, so POGO-free…
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Philippines to Host Honor of Kings Season 3 Invitational in 2025
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The Philippines is gearing up to welcome the Honor of Kings Season 3 Invitational, scheduled for February 2025. This prestigious event marks a significant milestone in the country’s burgeoning esports scene, as it will bring together top international teams to compete in one of the world’s most popular mobile games.…
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P9 Billion Pasay City budget for 2025 questioned; call for transparency in health services funding urged
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Pasay City Councilor and Mayoral candidate Wowee Manguerra expressed alarm over the “bloated” budget of the city for 2025, amounting to P9 billion, with a significant portion allocated to the City Health Office and Pasay General Hospital. According to Manguerra, it is puzzling that the Pasay City Government is allocating…