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Israel Plans to Double Golan Population After Assad’s Fall

JERUSALEM – Israel has announced plans to double its population in the occupied Golan Heights, a strategic area captured from Syria during the 1967 Six-Day War. This decision comes just a week after Syrian rebel leaders ousted long-time President Bashar al-Assad, leaving the region in political and military uncertainty. Strengthening Israel’s Hold on the Golan […]
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Marcos: PhilHealth Has Enough Money for Health Services

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured Filipinos that the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has enough funds to continue providing healthcare services despite receiving no government subsidy in the proposed 2025 national budget. Why No Subsidy for PhilHealth? Speaking to reporters, Marcos explained that PhilHealth has ₱500 billion in reserve funds—more than enough to cover its […]
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Angara hopes Marcos will fix DepEd budget cuts

Manila, Philippines – Education Secretary Sonny Angara expressed hope on Sunday that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. would address the P12-billion budget cut faced by the Department of Education (DepEd) for 2025. Angara stressed the importance of making education a top priority in government spending. What’s Happening with the Education Budget? Last week, lawmakers approved […]
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Who is Han Duck-soo, South Korea’s Acting President Now?

Seoul, South Korea – After the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, the country is facing one of its most intense political challenges in four decades. Stepping in as acting president is Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, a seasoned government official with over 30 years of experience. Han’s calm approach and deep knowledge of […]
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Trump Team Wants to End Crash Reporting Rule Tesla Opposes

The Trump transition team has recommended eliminating a critical crash-reporting rule for cars equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems, a move strongly opposed by safety advocates but seen as beneficial to Elon Musk’s Tesla. This rule requires automakers to report crashes involving these systems, allowing the government to monitor and regulate safety in the emerging field […]
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Family to Visit Mary Jane Veloso in Indonesia Before Transfer

A heartwarming and emotional reunion awaits as Mary Jane Veloso’s family prepares to visit her in Indonesia ahead of her anticipated transfer to the Philippines. The trip, set for Sunday, December 15, will bring together her parents, children, lawyer, and supporters, marking a crucial step in Mary Jane’s long-awaited journey back home. A Message of […]
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Stars and GMA, ABS-CBN Execs Shine at ‘Hello, Love, Again’

The world of Philippine entertainment came alive on Friday as big personalities and top executives from GMA Network and ABS-CBN attended the special VIP screening of the hit film Hello, Love, Again. A Star-Studded Event The exclusive event was graced by prominent figures, including First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and Senator Chiz Escudero, showcasing strong support […]
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House Explains P10-B Budget Cut for DepEd in 2025

The House of Representatives has defended its decision to reduce the Department of Education’s (DepEd) budget by P10 billion for 2025. Lawmakers explained that the cuts aim to address inefficiencies in DepEd’s spending, particularly delays in its computerization program. The Reason Behind the Cut In a statement on Sunday, 1-Rider Party-list Representative Rodge Gutierrez responded […]
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