[The Slingshot] Profiling senator-judges of the Sara impeachment trial
Salvador Panelo said the Duterte camp is certain of at least five acquittal votes in the upcoming impeachment trial of Sara Duterte. In a 23-member senate, it takes 16 votes to convict and 8 votes to...
View ArticleTNT officially unveils pro esports team ‘Tropang Alab’ with Honor of Kings...
From grassroots amateur tournaments, TNT, the value brand of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), is now going pro as it officially launches its esports team, Tropang Alab, who are set to compete on...
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Will Romualdez-backed EEI be able to save Dennis Uy’s casino project in Cebu?
MANILA, Philippines – After failed deals with Enrique Razon’s Bloombery and the Okada Manila group, will one of the Philippines’ biggest construction companies be able to save Dennis Uy’s...
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Ayala Foundation, Inc. partners with Castle Rock Regenerative Healthcare...
The Ayala Foundation, Inc. and Castle Rock Regenerative Health Philippines announced a strategic partnership on December 6th at the Ayala Museum, demonstrating their shared dedication to promoting...
View ArticleJoel Embiid comes back to push 76ers past Bulls
Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win on Sunday, December 8 (Monday, December...
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FACT CHECK: Video shows 2016 protest in South Korea, not pro-Duterte INC rally
Claim: A video shows Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) members gathering in droves for a rally in support of Vice President Sara Duterte. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The TikTok video bearing the...
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[Free to Disagree] ’Tis the season for impeachment
On December 2, I, along with 16 other private citizens, filed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte at the House of Representatives. Our complaint was endorsed by Akbayan...
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Meralco to improve NAIA’s power reliability with 3 projects
MANILA, Philippines – The Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has three upcoming projects aimed to improve power reliability at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. In a statement on Monday, December...
View ArticleGovernment’s confidential, intelligence spending in 2023 exceeds P10B for the...
MANILA, Philippines – For the first time in history, the Philippine government in 2023 spent over P10 billion of intelligence and confidential funds in a single year. This “record-breaking feat” was...
View Article[OPINION] Soft power for a planet at risk: A proposition for PH foreign policy
(This speech was delivered before the Department of Foreign Affairs in December 2024.) Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: magandang araw sa inyong lahat. In the serene villages...
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How to get 3X Go Rewards points and use them for your Christmas shopping
Deal lovers and bargain hunters, you definitely do not want to miss this especially as the shopping sprees begin this Christmas season. By now you probably know that you can use your GoTyme account as...
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FACT CHECK: Spliced video falsely claims Barbers ‘admitted’ being a drug lord
Claim: Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative and House quad committee chair Robert Ace Barbers admitted that he is a drug lord. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The Facebook page...
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Catch Smart’s amazing 5G Max Experience in BGC this December 14
Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc., (Smart) is pulling out all the stops as it showcases how it empowers subscribers via the Smart 5G Max Experience, happening on December 14...
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FACT CHECK: Posts contain fake links to teachers licensure exam results
Claim: Results for the September 2024 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) are now out and can be accessed through shortened links provided in Facebook posts. Rating: FALSE Why we...
View ArticlePhilippine gambling revenue to hit record $6B this year
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine gambling industry’s revenue is projected to reach a record of more than P350 billion ($6.03 billion) this year, driven by growth in the electronic gaming sector,...
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Marcos establishes one-stop reporting system for child rights violations
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the establishment of a one-stop system where the public can report child rights violations, Malacañang announced on Tuesday, December...
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From nursing to weaving dreams: My Auntie Narda’s story
BAGUIO CITY – Growing up, I knew my Auntie Narda as more than the visionary behind Narda’s Handwoven Arts & Crafts. She was the heart of her community, a charismatic force who made everyone feel...
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Buyer’s guide: 10 trinkets, stocking stuffer ideas for the gadget lover
It’s the season of giving, but as much as we know that you’d want to, you can’t just give all your gadget-loving friends a brand new iPhone. So here we have a list of trinkets that we think your...
View ArticleUAAP and NCAA all-star selection to clash in CHEd-sanctioned basketball event
MANILA, Philippines — The collegiate basketball leagues of the country are set to play under one roof for the first time this year in a three-day event set on December 11 to 13, at the Amoranto Sports...
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Grab urged to review policy requiring drivers to shoulder fare discounts
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Raffy Tulfo is urging ride-hailing company Grab to review its policy mandating its drivers to shoulder the 20% discounts for students, senior citizens, and persons with...
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