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AFP to uphold New Year SOMO vs Reds

MANILA -- Despite repeated attacks by members of the New People's Army (NPA) during Christmas truce, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Saturday said it is still very much committed...

Vendors hopeful despite low sales

MANILA – As preparations for New Year are already in full swing, business remains slow for some vendors in Commonwealth, Quezon City. “Media Noche” dinner is a big thing for typical Filipino families,...

Agri damage due to ‘Vinta’ reaches P1.2-B

MANILA -- Damage and losses to the agriculture sector due to typhoon "Vinta" have reached PHP1.2 billion, the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC) said Saturday. In its latest update, the NDRRMC...

Palace reminds public of firecracker law

Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on Saturday, December 30, urged the public to observe the law on firecrackers this coming New Year celebration. Executive Order 28, signed by President Rodrigo Duterte on...

2017: World’s eyes on Manila

MANILA -- Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Alan Peter Cayeano touted the country's "debut" in the international scene as one of the major highlights of the agency this year. "Suddenly, the Philippines...

Duterte Cabinet satisfaction rating highest since 1990: Roque

MANILA -- Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque on Saturday said the Cabinet's "good" net satisfaction rating in a recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey was the highest given to the Cabinet since 1990. In...

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