Challenges Hidilyn faced before winning Olympic gold
The country has never seen a Filipino hold a gold medal from the Olympics – until Hidilyn Diaz arrived. Diaz won the Philippines’ first gold medal in nearly 100 years …
Duterte’s statement on ending ‘misery of commuting’ opposed
Some groups objected to Duterte’s statement in his last State of the Nation Address that his administration ended the suffering of commuting. In a statement, Commuters of the Philippines said …
Police arrested for allegedly extorting money from PNP applicant
A policeman was arrested after being caught in an entrapment operation by the Philippine National Police (PNP) integrity and monitoring group at a restaurant opposite Camp Crame in Quezon City …
Nothing new in Duterte’s last SONA – Zarate
President Rodrigo Duterte’s statements in his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday did not change anything, according to Bayan Muna Rep. Carlos Isagani Zarate. According to Zarate, …
Makati, Pasay record increase in active COVID-19 cases
The cities of Makati and Pasay have recorded an increase in active COVID-19 cases in the face of the threat of the Delta variant. In Makati City on July 23, …
Hidilyn Diaz once thought of giving up Olympics journey
Along with the victory, Hidilyn Diaz’s camp admitted that they also considered quitting the Olympics medal dream. According to Hidilyn’s cousin and first coach Catalino “Catz” Diaz, the weightlifter had …
Tribute pours in for Hidilyn Diaz after historic Olympic gold win
Filipinos celebrated the victory of weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz’s first Olympic gold medal for the Philippines at the Tokyo Olympics in Japan Monday night. The Zamboanga native won the Philippines’ first …
Phoenix Petroleum gives P5M, free fuel for life to Hidilyn Diaz
Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz will also get P5 million from Dennis Uy’s Phoenix Petroleum plus free fuel for life. Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc. is the first independent oil company …
Hidilyn Diaz gets lifetime free flights from Air Asia, Philippine Airlines
Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz received lifetime free flights from flag carriers Air Asia and Philippine Airlines. “We want all ASEAN to believe that they can always make it happen. …
PH records 7,186 new COVID-19 cases, highest in 44 days
The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 7,186 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, bringing the country to 1.56 million infections. Based on newly collected data by the Department of Health, here …
Palace denies ouster matrix that included Hidilyn Diaz
Instead of apologizing, Malacañang even denied that they released an “ouster matrix” that included Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz. In May 2019, former presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo released a list …
Minors, unvaccinated seniors not allowed to go out in Tagaytay
The local government of Tagaytay City has taken the initiative to place the city under General Community Quarantine with heightened restrictions (GCQ-HQ), where minors and those aged 65 and over …
Hidilyn Diaz gets P14-M condo unit from Megaworld
Megaworld Corp. gives Hidilyn Diaz, the Philippines’ first-ever Olympic gold medalist, a P14-million residential condominium unit in Eastwood City. “This epic moment is about 97 years in the making, and …
Drugs, corruption still a problem – Duterte
President Rodrigo Duterte admitted in his last State of the Nation Address (SONA) that illegal drugs and corruption remain a problem despite government reforms. “While we were busy instituting reforms …
2 activists allegedly killed by Albay cops hours before SONA
Two activists from the Bicol region were killed before President Rodrigo Duterte’s sixth State of the Nation Address (SONA) – they were shot while allegedly making protest graffiti. Jemar Palero, …
Duterte not endorsing Tito Sotto for VP in 2022 elections
Malacañang said Tuesday that President Rodrigo Duterte is not endorsing Senate President Vicente Sotto III for vice president in the 2022 elections. In his sixth and last State of the …
Cebu City imposes liquor ban, adjusts curfew hours
Cebu City implemented a liquor ban and adjusted the curfew for July following an increase of COVID-19 cases. Under Executive Order No. 136, Acting Mayor Michael Rama said the liquor …
Duterte: Pass law creating PH’s CDC, virology institute
President Rodrigo Duterte called on Congress to pass the bills creating a Center for Disease Control (CDC) and a virology and vaccine institute of the Philippines. “We hope to pursue …
Breakdown of Hidilyn Diaz’s P35.5M prize for winning Olympic gold medal
Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz will receive a total of P35.5 million plus a Tagaytay City house and lot. Under the law, Diaz will receive P10 million from the government. …
OFW from KSA tested positive for Delta variant
The Quezon City local government confirmed that an overseas Filipino worker tested positive for the Delta variant. However, the patient already recovered from the disease. According to the local government …
Duterte asks to pass OFW Department bill
President Rodrigo Duterte once again asked lawmakers to pass a bill that would establish an OFW Department Bill that will address the needs and welfare of overseas Filipino workers. “I …
Hidilyn Diaz wins Philippines’ first Olympic gold medal
Pinay weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz won the Philippines’ first gold medal at the Olympics after winning the women’s 55-kg weightlifting event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics on Monday held at the …
DOH: No COVID-19 surge in Metro Manila
The Department of Health insisted that there is no COVID-19 surge in Metro Manila despite the increase in COVID-19 cases in the past days. “‘Wag na muna natin gamitin ang …
Duterte’s last SONA focused on fight against communism, drugs
President Rodrigo Duterte’s last State of the Nation Address (SONA) focused on various issues on Monday. Duterte reviewed the laws passed under him, such as free education, universal health care, …
Over 4,000 evacuees in QC still unable to return home
More than 4,000 evacuees in Quezon City are still unable to return home despite the slight improvement in the weather on Monday. Other areas are still flooded and muddy, caused …
#IbalikAngABSCBN trends after Duterte’s SONA speech
#IbalikAngABSCBN topped the trending topics on social media just hours before President Rodrigo Duterte’s last State of the Nation Address (SONA) this Monday. The hashtag on Twitter is still number …