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BSP issues P5,000 Lapulapu commemorative banknote; medal By JON VIKTOR D. CABUENAS, GMA News Published January 18, 2021 6:40pm Updated January 18, 2021 7:24pm The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Monday launched the P5,000 Lapulapu commemorative banknote and medal, as part of the 99-day countdown to the 500th anniversary of the Victory at Mactan. The banknote and the medal were launched at the Fort San Antonio in the BSP Complex in Manila, as part of the celebration of Lapulapus v...

Speaker Lord Allan Velasco (Lord Allan Velasco’s Office / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) In his House Resolution No. 1470, the House Chief expressed the Lower Chamber’s condolences on the demise Lapeña-Bonifacio, who was tagged as “Grande Dame of Southeast Asian Children’s Theater” and “Mother of Philippine Puppetry.”    The multi-awarded playwright, author, puppeteer and educator died on December 29, 2020 at the age of 90.   “Lapeña-Bonifacio’s immense talent, artistry ...

Press Release Gatchalian to ERC: Demand refund if Visayan Electrics charges are unjustifiable Senator Win Gatchalian said a refund should be in order if it will be proven that a violation has been committed by the Visayan Electric Company (VECO) because of its high cost of electricity. Gatchalian took note of the January 4, 2021 directive issued by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to VECO demanding an explanation on the high cost of electricity specifically citing that from January to Oct...

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian(Senate of the Philippines / MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) Gatchalian, chairman of the Senate energy committee, took note of the January 4, 2021 directive issued by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to VECO demanding an explanation on the high cost of electricity.  The directive cited that from January to October 2020, the power purchases made from Cebu Private Power Corp. (CPPC) averaged at P35.3853 per kilowatt hour (kWh), with generation rate spiking significantly ...

Author: Mamerto Adan is a feature writer who is back in college once again. Science is one of his many interests and his favorite topic. This article will take a look at two of the most popular swords of the precolonial Filipino era: the kalis and kampilan. Filipinos have an almost unique bond with their blades. The Philippines has a strong blade culture, with swords being part of both its history and tradition. The warrior class carried their blades into battle, as the rest carried theirs to w...

. In 2019, the Visayan metro also ranked first in the most in-demand provincial locations. The study showed that Cebu is a renter’s market, garnering 62.56% of pageviews and 60.65% of leads in the area. The finding suggests that the market may have considered more affordable housing solutions amid the economic woes brought by the pandemic. Top Business Hub According to the Lamudi report, Cebu remains popular amid the pandemic because of its business environment. It’s a top location choice f...

UNDYING DEVOTION Dinagyang primarily honors the Senor Sto. Nino (Photo by Mayad) At the heart of the Philippines lies the Queen of all festivals. Dagyang fever is in the air! Drawn from this Hiligaynon term for frolic or merriment is Dinagyang, one of the biggest, most prominent festivals in the country, in fact the most awarded. Due to the health crisis, the religious and cultural festivity of Iloilo will be held online—such is the trend for major fiestas nowadays. Set to take place in the...

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SunStar SunStar File + January 08, 2021 THE Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has ordered the Visayan Electric Company to submit an explanation over its alleged high power rates. In a letter dated Jan. 4, 2021, ERC chairperson and chief executive officer Agnes Devanadera directed the Visayan Electric to submit an explanation regarding the high electricity rates charged by it and its perceived violation of Section 45 (b) of Republic Act 9136 of the Electric Power Industry Reform Ac...

Watch these newly-released #Himig11thEdition music videos available on Star Music’s YouTube channel: “ANG HIRAP MAGING MAHIRAP” Davey Langit delivers the angst and pains of a person deprived of wealth in the music video of Kenneth Reodica’s “Ang Hirap Maging Mahirap.” The video directed by Jude Matanguihan also features rapper Kritiko, who gives a realistic portrayal of a person fighting to survive everyday life. “BULALAKAW” Janine Berdin and composer Joanna Ang bring healing ...