BAKIT ‘DI NABUBUWAG ANG RICE CARTEL

DPA ni BERNARD TAGUINOD ANO bang kapangyarihan meron ang mga rice cartel na hindi kayang buwagin ng gobyerno? Nagsimula ako sa propesyong ito sa unang bahagi ng administrasyon ni dating Pangulong Fidel Ramos at isyu na noon ang rice cartels na nagmamanipula sa presyo at kumokontrol sa supply ng bigas sa Pilipinas. Ilang administrasyon na ang pumalit at ilang imbestigasyon na rin ang ginawa ng Kongreso, hindi lamang ng Kamara kundi ng Senado pero bakit hindi pa nabubuwag ang sindikatong ito at wala pa yatang nakukulong. Marami na ring mga…

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TAMBALANG LION KING NG TAYTAY

PUNA ni JOEL O. AMONGO  SA bayan ng Taytay na kilala bilang Garments Capital of the Philippines, may dalawang lokal na opisyal na sukdulan ang siba sa kwarta – sina Alanis the Lion at ang tuta niyang si King Elefante. Sa loob lang ng dalawa’t kalahating taon, hindi biro ang kanilang ginawang kwarta sa paraan ng ghost delivery, SOP sa mga kontrata, at overpricing sa procurement deals sa munisipyo. Gayunpaman, sadya yatang walang kabusugan ang tambalang LION KING na nakaisip ng bagong diskarte — ang magpapasok ng mga kapitalista’t negosyante.…

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KAPAG NAGLABAN ANG MGA PINUNO, TALO ANG BANSA

GEN Z TALKS ni LEA BAJASAN ANG political drama sa pagitan nina Pangulong Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. at Bise Presidente Sara Duterte ay tumaas sa nakababagabag na antas. Ang nagsimula bilang banayad na hindi pagkakasundo ay nauwi na ngayon sa tensyon sa publiko, kung saan iniulat na naglabas si Duterte ng bantang kamatayan laban sa Pangulo—isang pahayag na ikinagulat ng bansa. Ang away na ito, na pinalalakas ng social media, ay hindi na isang tunggalian sa pulitika. Naging delikadong distraksyon na ito sa mga totoong isyu na bumabagabag sa Pilipinas.…

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How 27,000 SM employees and volunteers create an impact for a waste-free future

Environmental stewardship is more important than ever, and through large-scale coastal cleanup initiatives, communities are rallying together to protect the world’s seas and oceans. By partnering with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Local Government Units (LGUs), private sector organizations, and passionate individuals, these efforts continue to inspire thousands of volunteers to take meaningful action, demonstrating the crucial role of collective engagement in preserving marine ecosystems. Over 155,000 kg of trash are collected in total by volunteers from 16 SM Supermalls nationwide – SM by the BAY, SM…

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SM Job Fair supports IT and digital workforce in transition

SM Supermalls and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) partner to help displaced information technology (IT) workers find new opportunities at the Job Fair in SM Mall of Asia. In its continuing commitment to support job generation, SM Supermalls in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), hosted the Project DAPAT (DOLE Action Plan and Transition) Job Fair to support displaced information technology (IT) and digital workforce. During the two-day event at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, 70 employers from the IT business process outsourcing…

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The Timeless Magic of Christmas: EK unveils five magical gifts to celebrate the holiday season

Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, brings the most magical holiday celebration as it shares five (5) new timeless Christmas experiences in Santa Rosa, Laguna. Apart from the more than 30 unlimited rides and gated attractions, every Filipino can now enjoy the Timeless Magic of Christmas with the Park’s festive tunes, vibrant displays and colorful decors, all unveiled during EK’s grand holiday kickoff last November 23. ENCHANTING PERFORMANCES The event’s amazing lineup of performers spread the timeless holiday magic through world-class music and entertainment.…

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Maria Ozawa Partners with REV UP Events Management and Advertising Services for Exciting New Project

L-R Sam Cu, Businessman, Maria Ozawa, Direk Norman Castillo, Maestro Ivan Acuna Japanese-Canadian actress and model Maria Ozawa has signed a contract with REV UP Events Management and Advertising Services, a leading entertainment production company in the Philippines, for a series of upcoming projects. The signing ceremony took place on November 26 at MAZU Seascape Village in Pasay City. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both Maria Ozawa and REV UP Events Management and Advertising Services. Under the agreement, Maria Ozawa will star in a new show titled “Ask…

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Dermclinic Launches First Livestream Podcast: #DermclinicToTheRescue

Manila, Philippines – On November 8, 2024, Dermclinic successfully held its first-ever livestream podcast, #DermclinicToTheRescue, streamed live on Facebook. The event, hosted by Dermclinic CEO and dermatologist Dr. Angela Pineda alongside Louis Galang, tackled common skin and hair concerns while offering expert insights and practical solutions to viewers. The highlight of the livestream was an interactive Q&A session, where Dr. Angela directly answered questions from the audience. Topics ranged from managing acne to addressing hair loss, providing real-time advice that showcased Dr. Angela’s dermatological expertise. Viewers enthusiastically engaged, submitting numerous…

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