Sen. Bam Aquino received another birthday greeting from one of his longtime friends, Kapuso star Dingdong Dantes. In a video message, Dantes expressed his hopes for Aquino to remain healthy and strong as he continues serving his family and fellow Filipinos. “Hi, Sen Bam! Happy, happy birthday to you. Ang wish namin sa iyo siyempre... Continue Reading →
BINI brought a light moment to the Senate on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, after surprising Bam Aquino with a birthday serenade during their courtesy visit for a special recognition ceremony. The senator, who celebrated his birthday the following day on May 7, was seen playfully dancing while the members of the “Nation’s Girl Group” sang... Continue Reading →
The spotlight returns to Marikina City as its renowned shoemaking industry earns a major platform, with locally produced footwear named as the official shoes of Miss Universe Philippines 2026. In a Facebook update, the pageant organization announced that all candidates will wear designs created by Marikina-based shoemakers under the SAFATOS Marikina label during key moments... Continue Reading →
Despite leading in early surveys for the 2028 presidential elections, Vice President Sara Duterte is still considered beatable, according to a political analyst. In his column for The Philippine Star, Andrew Masigan noted that while Duterte maintains a solid and durable support base, she is not guaranteed victory in the upcoming polls. He pointed to... Continue Reading →
The city government of Marikina has shut down an alleged extortion scheme operating within City Hall, following the arrest of two administrative aides on Monday under the leadership of Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro. The suspects, a 38-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man, were apprehended in an entrapment operation conducted in Barangay Fortune. The operation was... Continue Reading →
Senator Bam Aquino’s plan to lower the Value-Added Tax (VAT) was brought to mainstream television after it was included in a segment of It's Showtime on Monday. The proposed measure, Senate Bill No. 2047, aims to reduce VAT on goods and services from 12 percent to 10 percent. It became part of a trivia question... Continue Reading →
Marikina City 2nd District Representative Miro Quimbo has pushed back against proposals to remove the value-added tax (VAT) on petroleum products, even as public calls grow for measures that could lower fuel prices. Serving as chairperson of the House Committee on Ways and Means, Quimbo said that scrapping the VAT on fuel may have wider... Continue Reading →
A joint effort between the Iloilo City Government, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), and SM Markets marked the official launch of Filipino Food Month (FFM) 2026. The celebration began on Monday, April 6, at the Iloilo Terminal Market, with Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Treñas leading the opening activities. Anchored on the... Continue Reading →
Senator Bam Aquino once again emerged as the most favored senator in Publicus Asia’s PAHAYAG 1st Quarter survey. After topping Publicus Asia’s Pahayag 2025 End-of-Year (PEOY-2025) survey, Sen. Bam maintained his strong standing among respondents, posting a 59 percent net favorable rating, including 30 percent who viewed him as “very favorable.” Sen. Bam's latest rating... Continue Reading →
The Iloilo Terminal Public Market is being highlighted as one of the primary filming locations for the upcoming feature ‘Kusinerang Bulag (The Blind Cook),’ currently shooting in various parts of Iloilo City. Headlined by veteran actress Jean Garcia and Kapuso star Arra San Agustin, the film utilizes the busy public market as a key backdrop... Continue Reading →
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