Supporters, fans flock to ‘Salamat, PRRD’ concert
Heavy rains did not dampen the spirits of thousands of supporters and fans of President Rodrigo Duterte who attended the ...
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ICC presses drug war probe
Says suspended inquiry ‘unjustified,’ Palace blasts move as political The International Criminal Court’s prosecutor \said he intends to resume his ...
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Thank you and goodbye
Workers embellish the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta, Manila for Sunday’s thanksgiving and send-off ceremonies for President Rodrigo Duterte who formally ...
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Rody handling of WPS issue, oil talks hailed
President Rodrigo Duterte handled the maritime dispute in the West Philippine Sea “carefully and decisively,” Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar ...
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Carlos vows HR to get protected under BBM government
Incoming National Security Adviser Clarita Carlos promised to emphasize individual human rights under the Marcos administration, as she reiterated that ...
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Congress and the incoming administration
In my last column, I wrote about the judiciary. To that article, I must add that I really believe that ...
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Rody vows to defend cops, soldiers facing court cases
Outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte said he would provide legal assistance to policemen and soldiers who might be facing charges while ...
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Rody hopes BBM will sustain his unfinished projects
President Rodrigo Duterte, whose term ends on Thursday (June 30) said he hopes that his successor will continue his projects ...
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Rody inks order creating new position levels for teachers
An executive order creating new position levels for public school teachers has been signed by President Rodrigo Duterte. The development ...
Read moreOperating base shows Duterte admin’s focus on well-equipped naval force
The activation of the Naval Operating Base (NOB) Subic shows President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s appreciation for a well-equipped naval force, ...
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