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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved a Php2,000 across-the-board increase in the compensation of teachers and other poll workers serving in the May 12, 2025, national and local elections. Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah “Mina” F. Pangandaman said the President issued the directive as he recognized poll workers’ vital role in…
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VATICAN— Pope Leo XIV used his first homily as the new leader of the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics diagnosing the human crisis. Speaking at a Mass in the Sistine Chapel with the cardinal electors who chose him, he issued a pointed challenge to the faithful, warning that the Christian faith is increasingly dismissed in modern…
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VATICAN— The Mass for the inauguration of the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV has been set for May 18, Sunday, 10 a.m., at St. Peter’s Square. The Prefecture of the Pontifical Household released the schedule of the new pontiff’s initial activities on Friday. Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass with the cardinal electors at 11…
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The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines on Saturday denied social media claims that it has endorsed senatorial candidates ahead of the May 12 elections. “Please exercise discernment when reading such social media posts,” said Msgr. Bernardo Pantin, CBCP secretary general. He was reacting to social media posts spreading a supposed letter signed by CBCP…
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VATICAN— At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning (1:35 p.m. in the Philippines), the Bishop of…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reminded the Philippine National Police (PNP) that effective leadership in law enforcement requires commitment to the Constitution and the highest standards of integrity and justice. During the oath-taking ceremony for the 39 star-ranked PNP officers, President Marcos said that every action taken by law enforcement must be grounded in principle,…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday ordered the military to ensure peace and security all over the country, especially that campaigning for the May 12, 2025 midterm elections is ongoing. Addressing the troops of the Army’s 6th Infantry Division at Camp BGen. Gonzalo H. Siongco in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, the President stressed the…
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Following the complete ban and closure of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) in the Philippines on 31 December 2024, the Embassy has observed the proliferation of social media ads, including on Facebook and Telegram, for job opportunities as “Customer Service Representatives” or “Chat Support Representatives” overseas. In many cases, these supposed CSR jobs involve victimizing…
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Panglihis ng atensiyon ang pahayag ng liderato ng Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas na pinaghahanda ang mga sundalo sakaling magkaroon ng labanan sa Taiwan. Dangan kasi sa maraming bilang ng mga manggagawang Pinoy sa naturang bansa ang tiyak na maaapektuhan kapag naganap ang pinangangambahang pag-atake sa Taiwan.
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The President encourages resilience in the face of life’s trials, reminding the public that adversity can shape them into more understanding and charitable individuals. He calls on Filipinos to find renewed strength in the company of family and loved ones, and to remain dedicated to serving those most in need, wishing all a meaningful and…
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