Returning senator Jinggoy Estrada takes his oath of office MANILA, Philippines — Returning senator Jinggoy Estrada took his oath of office on Tuesday evening. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Gaerlan administered Estrada’s oath in Parañaque City. During the election campaign period, the senator-elect pushed for the betterment of workers’ welfare, such as the wage hike and … [Read more...] about Jinggoy Estrada takes oath as senator
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Chinese national nabbed for abducting compatriot in Makati City
MANILA, Philippines — A Chinese national has been arrested by local police after kidnapping his compatriot in Makati City, the Southern Police District (SPD) said. Reports from the SPD on Tuesday showed that a 35-year-old female Chinese national appeared before the Makati City Police on Monday to report a kidnapping incident involving her 24-year-old brother. Man in … [Read more...] about Chinese national nabbed for abducting compatriot in Makati City
Bongbong Marcos asked to address issues facing broiler stakeholders
Chicken. Stock Photo MANILA, Philippines — Broiler integrators on Tuesday urged incoming President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address several challenges facing the poultry industry. This developed as Marcos Jr. announced that he would also take on the role of Department of Agriculture (DA) secretary upon assumption of office by noon on June 30. Stakeholders said the next … [Read more...] about Bongbong Marcos asked to address issues facing broiler stakeholders
Syafiq dedicates first Games gold to his daughter
THE pain of missing out on his baby daughter Nuraishah Zulaikha’s birthday today has been softened somehow with Mohd Syafiq Puteh finally claiming his first individual SEA Games title. Syafiq showed he is ready to step out of the shadows of experienced seniors Ooi Tze Liang and Chew Yiwei after splashing to victory in the men’s 3m springboard individual competition at the My … [Read more...] about Syafiq dedicates first Games gold to his daughter
Taqiyuddin-Sazzlan pip Singapore pair to retain gold
EXPONENT Mohd Taqiyuddin Hamid-Sazzlan Yuga had to go through some anxious moments before they stepped up to deliver the first gold medal for Malaysia in the pencak silat competition. Singaporean siblings Mohd Hazim Mohd Zaque-Mohd Haziq Mohd Zaque, who finished their routine in the men’s ganda final, earned 9.905 points and thought that was good enough for the gold. The … [Read more...] about Taqiyuddin-Sazzlan pip Singapore pair to retain gold