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NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 5, 2024 Volume 18 - No.48 • 16 Pages
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Marcos on VP Duterte’s rant: DATELINE USA Young Fil-Ams invited to Don’t use ‘tokhang’ vs truth FROM THE AJPRESS NEWS TEAM ACROSS AMERICA
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by Dempsey Reyes, Melvin Gascon Inquirer.net
MANILA — After letting past tirades of Vice President Sara Duterte pass, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday, Nov. 25 lashed back at his constitutional
successor’s latest rant, which he described as a diversionary tactic to stifle Congress’ search for truth on her office’s use of confidential funds. In a video statement, the president said he would not tolerate such “criminal threats” against him. “As the head of the executive department,
as well as all other public servants, I have a sworn duty to uphold the Constitution and the laws. As a democratic country, we need to uphold the rule of law,” he said. “It is not right to stifle elected leaders’ search for the truth. It should not be subjected to ‘tokhang,’” the president said
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‘Get ready to rumble’ in case VP Duterte is arrested by Faith Argosino Inquirer.net
MANILA — Is Vice President Sara Duterte ready in case she faces arrest for her recent kill threat against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez? “Let’s get ready to rumble, The more you hurt her, the more she [will] fight back,” Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa said in an interview, reacting to a media question on Tuesday, Nov 26.
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Marcos meets UAE president to discuss ‘Love the Philippines’ returns to Times Square areas of cooperation The 'Love the Philippines' campaign lights up the heart of Times Square in Manhattan, proudly showcasing the country’s stunning landscapes and inspiring audiences to experience its wonders firsthand. Photo by Sherlyn Roxas
by Luisa Cabato
Philippine Tourism campaign shines bright in NYC for the holidays by Momar G. Visaya AJPress
THE Philippine Department of Tourism in New York (PDOT-NY), in collaboration with the Philippine Consulate General, has once again brought a vibrant showcase of the Philippines to one of the world’s busiest intersections. The “Love the Philippines”
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campaign has launched its second annual display on a prominent LED billboard in Times Square, inviting millions of holiday season visitors to experience the country's unparalleled offerings. Strategically located on Broadway between 44th and 45th Street, the campaign features a series of 15-second videos that capture the
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday, Nov. 26 met with United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss areas of cooperation across various sectors. Marcos departed for the UAE on Monday evening for a one-day working visit. “Today I welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr (@bongbongmarcos) to Abu Dhabi
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