Senator Robinhood "Robin" C. Padilla on Monday, Feb. 13, pressed the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) to file criminal cases against delinquent operators of Small Town Lottery (STL), especially those who disappear after failing to remit their earnings to its office. Padilla made the...
THROUGH UNTRUE Fr. Rolando V. De La Rosa OP Valentine's Day is two days from now. For sure, traffic will be horrible on all streets leading to Dangwa Flower Market. Many people consider flowers as one of the most romantic symbols of love. But flowers easily droop, fade, and wilt, so the love that...
Senator Ronald ‘’Bato’’ dela Rosa supports the resolution of Senator Robinhood Padilla calling for the amendments of the restrictive economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution through the Constituent Assembly (Con-ass) mode. ‘’Sabi nga nila madugo, medyo malaking proseso at malaking...
Making the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps compulsory would help resolve the mental health issues of students and at the same time develop their survival instincts, proponents of the measure seeking to make ROTC mandatory said on Monday, February 6. Contrary to claims by oppositors of the bill...
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa on Monday, February 6 admitted he has qualms regarding the expanded Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) between the Philippines and United States (US), saying he will study the latest development. “Masasabi ko, 50-50 ako dyan (I can say I am 50-50 in...
THROUGH UNTRUE Fr. Rolando V. De La Rosa OP In today's Gospel reading, Jesus compares Christians to salt and light, two basic necessities that have become expensive these days, like onions, rice, gasoline, and sugar. Perhaps Jesus uses these metaphors because, just as salt and light have become...
Deletion by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) of one’s name in its blacklist is easy if you fork over from P1 million to P5 million. This information surfaced during a public hearing by the Senate public order and dangerous drugs committee where the name of an alien, particularly Chinese, could be...
Submit courtesy resignations and trust in the process, Senator Ronald ‘’Bato’’ dela Rosa advised Philippine National Police (PNP) generals and full colonels. Citing a big motion picture (Avatar), everything would be alright, dela Rosa said. Today, Tuesday, January 31, is the deadline for...
Senator Ronald ‘’Bato’’ dela Rosa is alarmed at the high-powered, hard-to-find hand guns confiscated from workers of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) who are allegedly involved in kidnappings. Based on the value of the guns that are not licensed and not recorded in the...
Visual artist Camille Dela Rosa captures the fleeting beauty of nature Camille Dela Rosa has put on many hats when it comes to expressing herself artistically. She appeared on screen as a young star of the ’90s show Ang TV . She also demonstrated her acting prowess on stage under the direction of...
THROUGH UNTRUE Fr. Rolando V. De La Rosa OP Today’s gospel reading is about the “Beatitudes,” or Jesus's guidelines for a happy life (Mark 5:1-12). At first glance, what Jesus says appears difficult to grasp because we have become accustomed to seeing influencers, celebrities, politicians,...
The Department of National Defense (DND) “fully supports” the revival of the mandatory Reserve Officers Training Course (ROTC) in higher education institutions (HEIs) which is now being discussed by lawmakers. (Juan Carlo de Vela / Manila Bulletin File Photo) This was the assurance given by...
