PEACE-MAKER March marks a significant milestone for women across Asia and the international community as it is celebrated as the National Women’s Month. The occasion serves not only to recognize the achievements and contributions of women but also to reflect on the issues and...
Senator Robinhood Padilla sought to rectify a claim made by Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Jay Ruiz that the Philippines lost Sabah, as he argued that the country never did so in the first place. Senator Robinhood Padilla and Presidential Communications Office (PCO)...
Three pro-Duterte social media personalities risk being cited for contempt by the House of Representatives if they fail to show up again during the lower chamber's inquiry on fake news. Surigao del Sur 2nd district Rep.thecź Johnny Pimentel said they will issue a subpoena to former...
For certain social media personalities the posting of unverified claims online is somewhat justified for as long as you use the word “daw”, or purportedly in English. Bloggers Krizette Chu and MJ Quiambao Reyes--who have gained a massive following on Facebook as supporters of former president...
Manila 6th district Rep. Bienvenido “Benny” Abante Jr (PPAB) Manila 6th district Rep. Benny Abante's intense grilling during the hearing on fake news and disinformation Friday, March 21 at the House of Representatives left...
Social media personality and former press secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles has a hard time defining what "fake news" is. This, as she believed that certain information that could be considered fake now might eventually become true in the future. During the House tri-committee (tri-comm) hearing...
Social media personalities were left with no choice but to apologize after they admitted to the House tri-committee (tri-comm) on Friday, March 21 that they don't confirm the truthfulness of the information they shared online in their viral posts. Friday's tri-comm hearing proved to be tense...
Davao City 1st district Rep. Paolo Duterte, Negros Oriental 3rd district Rep. Arnolfo "Arnie" Teves Jr. (Facebook) House Secretary General Reginald Velasco doesn't see Davao City 1st district Rep. Paolo Duterte's travel situation...
Unlike most cities in Metro Manila, San Juan City exudes a laid-back charm. Its unique blend of tranquility and relaxation doesn’t mean it lacks surprises. This city is full of hidden gems, and one of the latest additions is The Corner House. Designed by award-winning Thai architect Amata...
House of Representatives (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) A measure that seeks to introduce policy and organizational reforms in the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)--a relevant agency in the ongoing West Philippine Sea (WPS) issue--has been...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday, March 19 shrugged off the stand of a lawmaker who insist that the Senate can immediately proceed with the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte even if Congress is still on a break. Escudero is referring to La Union Rep....
House Secretary General Reginald Velasco led an ocular inspection in the Senate on Tuesday, March 18, to inspect facilities that will be used by House prosecutors for Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial in July. House Secretary General Reginald Velasco, together with Senate Secretary...
