Alex Esgana
The US had addressed “with good faith” issues arising from the security relationship between the US and the Philippines, according to Locsin. On Friday, DFA Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr handed over the diplomatic note recalling the termination of the VFA (Visiting Forces Agreement) to US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin III after the United States had … Read more
Hidilyn Diaz received cash incentives from MVP Sports Foundation. Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz had already received the cash incentive promised to her by the MVP Sports Foundation (MVPSF). A total of PHP 10 million was already deposited to Hidilyn Diaz’s personal account a day after she arrived in the Philippines from Tokyo. MVP Sports … Read more
Senators welcomed President Duterte’s decision to retract VFA termination. On Friday, some senators welcomed President Rodrigo Duterte’s decision to retract the termination of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States. In a text message to reporters, Senate President Vicente Sotto III said that the President’s decision to retract the termination of the VFA … Read more
President Duterte ordered the retraction of VFA termination, according to Lorenzana. On Friday, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said that President Rodrigo Duterte ordered the retraction of the termination of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). In a press conference with visiting US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin III, Lorenzana said that President Duterte decided to recall or … Read more
40 Masses for former President Noynoy Aquino’s 40th day will be streamed online, according to Bam Aquino. Former senator Bam Aquino said that 40 Masses for former President Noynoy Aquino’s 40th day will be streamed online. The Mass for former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III will be held on August 1 which was also the … Read more
Daniel Padilla confirmed that his new movie and series with Kathryn Bernardo were currently in the works. On Thursday, Daniel Padilla confirmed that his new movie and series with his reel and real-life partner Kathryn Bernardo were currently in the works. Recently, Daniel spoke about his upcoming projects in a live-streamed interview with Boy Abunda, … Read more
The Chinese government will ensure stable COVID-19 vaccine supply in the Philippines. On Thursday, Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian said that the Chinese government will ensure stable COVID-19 vaccine supply of the Philippines. In a statement, Ambassador Huang said that the Chinese government will donate more COVID-19 vaccines as the Philippines faced an … Read more
President Duterte and US Defense Secretary Austin agreed to boost their alliance against coronavirus pandemic and illegal drugs. On Thursday, President Rodrigo Duterte and US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin have agreed on the two countries strengthening their alliance, particularly in addressing the coronavirus pandemic and curbing illegal drugs. Malacañang said in a statement that President … Read more
Hidilyn Diaz was reportedly recognized as the most searched athlete on Facebook. Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz was reportedly recognized as the most searched athlete on Facebook following her historic win at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Fans all over the world have rallied behind Diaz on social media, specifically on Instagram and Facebook, by giving … Read more
BIR addressed the tax issues on financial rewards and incentives for Hidilyn Diaz. On Thursday, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) addressed the tax issues on financial rewards and incentives for Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz. According to the BIR, the cash prize from the national government will not be taxed. Also, the BIR said … Read more