The PRC was studying the possibility of abolishing board exams The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) was currently studying the possibility of abolishing government licensure examinations. In a virtual briefing, PRC chairman Teofilo Pilando Jr. said that they’re studying the possibility of abolishing board and Bar exams. However, Pilando said that those examinations were mandated by … Read more
Franz Luke Sioson Orbos, the man who had a confrontation with police officers recently due to a traffic violation is said to be the son of ex-Pangasinan governor and former TV personality Oscar Orbos. He was at first confronted by a traffic enforcer for a parking violation that affected the flow of traffic along Susana … Read more
DITO, Smart, and Globe were on track with mobile number portability. DITO Telecommunity, Smart Communications, and Globe Telecom were on track with mobile number portability. These mobile network operators — through their joint venture firm Telecommunications Connectivity Inc. (TCI) — concluded the initial tests for their technical capabilities to run the clearing for mobile number … Read more
Senator Pacquiao chided Pastor Quiboloy for spreading “fabricated” claims against him. Senator Manny Pacquiao chided self-proclaimed “Appointed Son of God” Pastor Apollo Quiboloy for spreading “fabricated” claims against him. Citing Quiboloy’s supposed claims against Senator Pacquiao’s project in Sarangani with a purported price tag of PHP 3.5 billion, the senator said in an interview on … Read more
Facebook rolled out Soundmojis on Messenger ahead of World Emoji Day Facebook recently announced that it officially rolled out its new sound emoji feature “Soundmojis” on Messenger ahead of World Emoji Day. With Soundmojis, this feature would let users send short sound clips in a Messenger chat — from clapping, crickets, and drumroll to audio … Read more
Opening of classes for SY 2021-2022 according to DepEd The Department of Education (DepEd) has announced the schedule for the opening of classes for the school year 2021-2022. DepEd said that classes will start on September 13, 2021. According to the education department, President Rodrigo Duterte approved the date recommended by Education Secretary Leonor Briones. … Read more
Senator Pacquiao on Roque’s “watusi” remark: “Watusi pala?” On Friday, Senator Manny Pacquiao said that he will reveal audio and video proof of his claims of corruption against several government agencies after his initial exposé was downplayed as mere “watusi” (fireworks). Inquirer reported that Pacquiao told radio dzBB that he wasn’t fighting with President Rodrigo … Read more
President Duterte will attend a virtual APEC summit on COVID-19 pandemic response President Rodrigo Duterte will join fellow Asia Pacific leaders in a virtual summit to discuss the region’s COVID-19 pandemic response as well as measures to boost economic recovery. In a statement Thursday night, Malacañang said that President Duterte will participate in the 2021 … Read more
Toni Gonzaga: “I don’t see myself in politics right now.” TONI GONZAGA – The actress/host talked about politics with vlogger and social media influencer Wil Dasovich. According to Wil, he observed that in the Philippines, when an actor wants to change career, one of their targets is to enter politics. “I’ve noticed, something that trends … Read more
President Duterte was expected to shoot a new infomercial on COVID-19 vaccination. On Thursday, Malacañang said that President Rodrigo Duterte was expected to shoot a new infomercial on COVID-19 vaccination. President Duterte was expected to appear in a new public service advertisement urging the public to get vaccinated against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). On Thursday, … Read more