Caritas Philippines expressed its disappointment and dismay on behalf of the oppressed and victimized individuals regarding the senators’ recent objections to the arrest warrant against Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused. Photo from Caritas READ:...
Automobile company Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (TMP) was recognized by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) as the country's second top importer after evaluating the firm's duty and tax remittances last year. The distinction was conferred to TMP during the BOC Founding Anniversary celebration at...
The Veloz branching out as a standalone nameplate — and as a crossover — raised many eyebrows. How can the top-of-the-line variant of an MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) become its own model and jump to a higher segment? Well, that is what I wanted to find out. Bigger does not always mean...
It’s not the car you think it is. It is actually the brand new Hyundai Santa Fe. Taking a very radical departure from its predecessor, this fifth-generation, boasts of a new, unashamedly boxy style. The boxy style is the result of prioritizing a wider tailgate opening, and using big data to help...
The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) is seeking to introduce reforms, including a massive capital hike to P300 billion, through amendments to its 26-year-old charter. In a statement, the state-owned bank said it is working closely with the Department of Finance (DOF), state regulators and...
Armed Forces of the Philippines An OCTA Research survey conducted in the fourth quarter of 2023 found that all respondents knew about the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)—that is, they had heard, read, or seen anything about them, with majority of them having much satisfaction and trust in...
Former Senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan answering questions during a press conference (Dexter Barro II/MANILA BULLETIN) Is this the kind of example we want to show to children? This was the question former Senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan...
Former Senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan answering questions during a press conference (Dexter Barro II/MANILA BULLETIN) Former senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan has emphasized the need to amend the antiquated National Defense Act as a way to...
Some senators are alarmed while others expressed caution over the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) decision to allow civilians to own semi-automatic high powered firearms. Sen. Imee Marcos said the PNP is “shooting itself in the foot” as she feared a rise in criminality, terrorism,...
The Commission on Appointments (CA) has approved the ad interim appointments of Brig. General Ramon P. Zagala, former chief of the Presidential Security Group (PSG), and 45 other flag officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). Zagala, former Commander of the PSG, was...
The Philippine government must do more civilian activities in the West Philippine Sea and hold China accountable if it impedes the country’s legal operations in its own waters. Former Supreme Court (SC) associate justice Antonio Carpio made the suggestion at the Kapihan sa Manila Hotel, where he...
Filipinos may soon opt to pay their miscellaneous fees online as the Bureau of Customs (BOC) partners with the Landbank of the Philippines (Landbank) to use its digital payment system. In a statement, the BOC announced that it inked a memorandum of agreement with Landbank to utilize its...
