Author: Raffy Rico

Different views of Solon and Economist sparks debate over 1987 Constitution

During the weekly forum of THE AGENDA at Club Filipino on Friday March 15, an economist and a lawmaker expressed their different views on amending the 1987 Constitution. The debate over amending the 1987 Constitution in the Philippines, particularly regarding the restrictions on foreign direct investments (FDI), has sparked differing viewpoints from key figures in economics and politics. Dr. Calixto “Tito” Chikiamco, President of the Foundation for Economic Freedom, has been vocal about the need to remove these restrictions, arguing that they have hindered the country’s economic growth. He emphasizes that the Philippines stands out as the only country...

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2024 OUTSTANDING OWLENS

2024 OUTSTANDING OWLENS: The 2024 Outstanding Women in Law Enforcement and National Security (OWLENS) Awardees (standing) from Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Philippine Army (PA) presents by  Republic Dependers Projects officers led by Chairman Epi Densing (center, seated), P.R.O Ariel Suguitan (left), and President Eddie Choa  in a press conference held at Tandang Sora Hall in Quezon City Sports Complex, E. Rodriguez Aveneu, Quezon City on Wednesday (Mar. 13, 2024). Awardees of the 2024 OWLENS said “regardless of gender, we are deployed in the frontline.” The OWLENS award...

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KWF – Wikang Pilipino, patuloy nating tangkilikin !

Kasabay sa pagdiriwang ng 2024 National Women’s Month o Araw ng Kababaihan ngayong buwan ng Marso na mula 1-31, 2024, ang Komisyon ng Wikang Filipino (KWF) ay nagpahayag ng kanilang pakikiisa sa nasabing pagdiriwang. Ito ay may temang: LIPUNANG PATAS SA BAGONG PILIPINAS: Kakayahan ng kababaihan , Patutunayan! Samantala, nagkaisa ang mayorya ng Lupong Tagapagpaganap ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) na sina Kom. Benjamin M. Mendillo Jr., Kom. Carmelita C. Abdurahman, at Direktor Heneral Atty. Marites A. Barrios-Taran na dapat tutulan ang panukalang House Bill No. 9939 ng 19th Congress (Prohibiting Filipino Dubbing of English-Language Motion Pictures and...

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Pagsasa-legal ng medical cannabis pirmado na ng 13 Senador

Pinangunahan ni BAUERTEK General Manager Dr Richard Nixon Gomez at anak nito na si BAUERTEK President Dr. Rigel Gomez ang isinagawang PROJECT MED CBG++ STATE OF PHILIPPINE MEDICAL CANNABIS nitong nakaraang Marso 7, 2024 kasama ang mga advocates mula sa ibat-ibang panig ng bansa, na ginanap sa Quezon City Sports Club, E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave. New Manila Quezon City. Tinalakay sa nasabing usapin ang pagsasalegal ng medical cannabis, para tuluyan nang magamit ng mga may sakit sa bansa na nangangailangan ng nasabing gamot. Umabot na sa senado ang isang panukalang batas na naglalayong isa-legal na ang paggamit ng cannabis...

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Great Work grand opening at Mega Tower

Great Work, a rapidly growing community and office space provider, celebrated the opening of its fourth branch with grand ceremonies in Mandaluyong City. Located on the 32nd floor of Mega Tower in Ortigas Center, the new office spans an impressive 6,000 square meters. Mayor Benjamin Abalos, Sr., speaking at the event, expressed his excitement to witness the innovations within the new office space. Despite challenges such as the presence of institutions like the Correctional Institute for Women and the Asian Development Bank, Mandaluyong City has thrived, doubling its income from Php4 billion to Php8.3 billion post-pandemic. National Economic and...

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De Lima to Remain as Spokesperson for the Liberal Party Until 2025

Former Senator Leila M. De Lima has confirmed that she will continue to serve as the spokesperson for the Liberal Party (LP) until 2025. Speaking at “Everything for Good” The Agenda Media Forum in San Juan City, De Lima emphasized the pressing issues that demand attention. De Lima highlighted the ongoing political dynamics between the Marcoses and the Dutertes, particularly in the context of potential Charter Change discussions. She stressed the importance of vigilance amidst these developments, particularly regarding economic provisions and foreign business ownership. Addressing concerns about potential changes in the educational and advertising sectors, De Lima cautioned...

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Transport Group Seeks to Cease the Expansion of MC Taxis

  SAN JUAN CITY — On Friday, a transport group called on President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos, Jr. to immediately halt the expansion of motorcycle (MC) taxis. Ariel Lim, President of the National Public Transport Coalition/National Confederation of Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association of the Philippines (NACTODAP/NPTC), stated that all members of the transport sector are affected. The group is urging the government to cease the expansion of MC taxis, particularly in Metro Manila. They seek a thorough review and discussion of the data from the MC Taxi Pilot Study, involving all affected parties in the transportation sector. Additionally,...

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DOST improves Guidelines for OFWs Starting Businesses

  The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is refining guidelines to facilitate Overseas Filipino Workers’ (OFWs) eligibility for the Innovations for Filipinos Working Distantly from the Philippines (IFWPH) Program. During the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing on Wednesday (Feb. 28) between DOST-National Capital Region (NCR) and Strategic and Collaborative Alliance for Leveraging Ecosystem (SCALE) NCR, IFWPH Project Leader Bianca Claudette R. Canlas outlined updates to the program. These enhancements include an “ideation phase” and more structured training sessions every three days in Phase 1. The MOU encompasses Phase 1’s IFWPH Early Business Ideation Sessions and Phase 2’s IFWPH...

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Memorandum of Agreement between HSAC and LandBank

GOING DIGITAL. Officials of the Human Settlements Adjudication Commission (HSAC), led by Commissioner Fidel J. Esconde Jr. (left), and Land Bank of the Philippines Senior Vice President Delma O. Bandiola (4th from left) show the signed memorandum of agreement between HSAC and LandBank for hassle-free payment of any agency transaction, at the Citadines Roces in Quezon City on Thursday (Feb. 22, 2024). The partnership provides its stakeholders with a digital payment and collection method through the Link.BizPortal e-payment facility. (Photo by: Ben Briones) ‘KALESA’. Newly refurbished “kalesas” or “karitelas” (horse-drawn carriages) wait for local and foreign tourists along Plaza...

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DepEd cites SEARCA for support to deliver quality basic education

Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Zimmerman Duterte (leftmost) presents the appreciation plaque to SEARCA Center Director Dr. Glenn Gregorio (second to the left).  Also in the photo are Beatrisa Martinez of SEARCA and DepEd spokesperson Michael Poa (rightmost). (Photo by Alezandro Bravo, grabbed from the DepEd Philippines Facebook page) The Department of Education (DepEd) recognized the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) as one of its dedicated partners during the Partners’ Appreciation and Recognition held at the Government Service Insurance System Financial Center last February 20. SEARCA was cited for its steadfast...

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