Author: Pop News
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Sen. Robin Bill Creates Special Province to Ensure Residents’ Right to Vote
Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla has filed a bill creating a special province in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), to ensure the constitutional right of suffrage for residents there. Padilla filed on Monday Senate Bill 2875 creating the special geographic area to be known as Kutawato province, which will cover 63 “orphaned”… Read more
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Sen. Robin: Let’s Not Insert Politics into ‘War on Drugs’ Hearing
Let’s not insert politics into the Senate’s investigation into the Duterte administration’s “war on drugs.” This was the plea made Monday by Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla at the hearing on the matter. Padilla said the threat from illegal drugs and drug syndicates cannot be denied, as drugs were even manufactured in the New Bilibid… Read more
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CLICK Partylist Calls for Stricter Regulation of Social Media Platforms to Combat Misinformation in Elections
Manila, Philippines — The CLICK Partylist, led by its first nominee, Atty. Nick Conti, is calling for urgent policy changes that would shift the responsibility for curbing fake news and disinformation from social media users to the platforms themselves. As troll farms and false information increasingly shape public opinion, particularly during critical periods like elections,… Read more
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“Hello, Love, Again” Set for International Release Across Middle East and Asia Pacific
The film “Hello, Love, Again” is set for an international release, expanding beyond North America to include several countries in the Middle East and Asia Pacific. This announcement was made during a media conference on Thursday, attended by director Cathy Garcia-Sampana and cast members Alden Richards, Kathryn Bernardo, Joross Gamboa, Valerie Concepcion, and Jennica Garcia.… Read more
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Former One Direction Star Liam Payne Passes Away in Argentina at Age 31
Liam Payne, former member of the popular boyband One Direction, tragically passed away on October 16, 2024, at the age of 31. Buenos Aires police confirmed that Payne fell from the balcony of his third-floor room at the Casa Sur Hotel in Argentina. According to reports from The Associated Press, medics arrived at the scene… Read more
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San Miguel Beer Ties Series with Ginebra After Dominant Second Half Victory
San Miguel Beer responded with a powerful second-half surge, securing a 131-121 victory over Barangay Ginebra on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, tying their PBA Governors’ Cup semifinal series at 2-2. June Mar Fajardo delivered a stellar performance with 29 points and 16 rebounds, leading the Beermen to a crucial win and reducing the… Read more
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Cometa Leads Blazers to Impressive Revenge Victory Over Arellano Chiefs
In an impressive performance, Cebuano guard Cometa scored a career-high 23 points, leading the College of St. Benilde Blazers to a decisive 100-77 victory over the Arellano Chiefs during the NCAA Season 100 men’s basketball tournament. This win served as sweet revenge for the Blazers, who had suffered a narrow defeat to the Chiefs earlier… Read more
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Gen Z’s Favorite Halloween Costumes for 2024: Creativity Meets Pop Culture
Halloween 2024 sees Gen Z embracing costumes that blend creativity, nostalgia, and digital trends, making the spooky season a celebration of individuality and cultural references. Here’s a deeper look at what’s hot this year: Euphoria-Inspired Looks: With the hit show Euphoria dominating Gen Z fashion, expect bold, glittery makeup, rhinestones, and daring outfits. It’s all… Read more
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Sen. Robin: Country Needs Pro-Federalism Senators
“Ang kailangan ko lang, maghalal kayo ng senador na naniniwala sa pederalismo (I need you to vote for senators who believe in federalism).” This was the request of Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla on Tuesday after he visited Simunul town in Tawi-Tawi to join the observation of the National Month of Indigenous Peoples. Padilla, who… Read more
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Sen. Robin Vows Farm-to-Market Roads, Added Rights for Mangyans
Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla promised to bring farm-to-market roads and additional rights for Mangyans, after visiting them in Barangay Panaytayan in Mansalay, Mindoro Oriental on Monday. In his speech before the Mangyans, Padilla – who thanked them for helping him top the polls in Mindoro in 2022 – vowed to work with Vice Governor… Read more