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THIRTY-NINE years ago, business journalist turned rebel Satur Ocampo staged what was to become one of the most stunning escapes ever: Eluding 12 military escorts, he escaped by using the furlough given him to vote in the National Press Club of the Philippines elections. On exactly the same day on…
Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Chairman Atty. Richard Palpal-latoc delivers a keynote speech at the 1st Philippine Media Safety Summit held at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City. He emphasized the need for the CHR to closely collaborate with media workers to ensure their safety while delivering accurate information to…
A SECURE community is essential to the country’s economic development, the country’s defense chief said on Labor Day. “As we pay tribute to workers from all walks of life, let us likewise remember the importance of supporting peace and security efforts. A stable and secure environment is essential for economic progress,…
THE country’s unmilled rice production declined slightly in the first quarter of 2024, based on the Philippine Statistics Authority’s (PSA) survey of production volume. Data from the PSA showed that palay output in January to March slid by 1.96 percent to 4.69 million metric tons (MMT) from the 4.78 MMT…
LUANG PRABANG, Laos — Senior finance and central bank officials from Southeast Asia and major economies met April 4, 2024, in the scenic Laotian city of Luang Prabang to discuss ways to help the region build resilience against shocks like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters brought on by climate…