Lola Amour received the Diamond Record Award from Warner Music Philippines for their hit song “Raining in Manila.” This accolade highlights the band’s significant impact and commercial success in the music industry.
Riot footage and witness accounts in Manila contradict government claims of “maximum tolerance” by police during the Mendiola-Recto protests. Concerns grow over law enforcement actions, leading to calls for an independent investigation and government review.
Harris County commissioners prepare to vote on a $2.7 billion budget, tackling a $202 million deficit with strategic cuts and reallocations. The plan preserves core services without new taxes.
Texas experiences a significant increase in unemployment claims due to fraudulent activities targeting the state’s system, with officials working to combat the issue and protect residents.
The DOJ has designated three ex-DPWH engineers and the Discaya couple as protected witnesses in a probe into fraudulent government infrastructure projects, as announced by Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla.
Bexar County faces a backlog of over 45,000 unprocessed voter registrations ahead of the November election due to system integration issues. County officials, including Elections Administrator Michele Carew and Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores, are working to clear the backlog before early voting starts on October 20. Temporary workers have been hired, and an alternative system, VR Systems, is pending approval to replace the current system, aiming to resolve the issue before the voting period begins.
The Supreme Court has directed the Department of Education to vacate a Cagayan lot, affirming the legal claim of Princess Joama Caleda. Despite the DepEd’s arguments about public use and eminent domain, the court sided with Caleda, highlighting a lack of evidence for ownership transfer. The decision underscores the legal processes surrounding land claims and government property use.
I recently handled a case that stayed with me. A young girl arrived in the United States, raised and supported by her…
Carlos Sainz achieved a landmark third-place finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, marking his first podium since joining Williams. He celebrated with a team radio song, highlighting the result as a career-best and a “life lesson.”
Bexar County’s BiblioTech aims to break a world record for the most library card sign-ups in a single day. The 24-hour event encourages residents to register online or in-person to access eBooks, audiobooks, and movies.