AFP welcomes 'West Philippine Sea' on Google Maps
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) welcomed on Tuesday, April 15, the inclusion of the term 'West Philippine Sea' on Google Maps and Google Earth.
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Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III
Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III was the 15th President of the Philippines from 2010 to 2016, known for his efforts in promoting good governance and fighting corruption. His administration also played a significant role in designating maritime areas as the West Philippine Sea to assert territorial claims against China.
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Google Maps labels 'West Philippine Sea' following SC ruling
Google Maps now displays 'West Philippine Sea' following searches related to Scarborough Shoal or Panatag Shoal, making the label more visible at various zoom levels.
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Comelec upholds Osmeña's permanent disqualification for failing to submit SOCEs
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) en banc has upheld former Senator Sergio Osmeña III's perpetual disqualification from public office due to his failure to submit Statements of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCEs) for the 2010 and 2016 elections.
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Aquino-Cruz campaigns for cousin Bam in Tarlac
Ballsy Aquino-Cruz, daughter of the late Senator Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino Jr. and former President Cory Aquino, campaigned for her cousin Bam Aquino in Tarlac City on Friday.
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Marcos prays for recovering Pope Francis
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. expressed solidarity with the world in praying for Pope Francis's recovery and wellness on Monday.
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Aquino Center in Tarlac reopens Feb 24, features new exhibits on Constitution and PNoy's presidency
The Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation announced the reopening of the Aquino Center museum on February 24, just ahead of the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution.
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Singson named MAP Management Person of Year
Former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson was named Management Person of the Year 2024 by the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) for his contributions to good governance and anti-corruption.
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Ex-ES Medialdea testifies on alleged 2013 secret deal with China
Former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea testified before Congress on Tuesday, revealing an alleged commitment made in 2013 by then Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin to deliver only food and water to troops stationed at Ayungin Shoal during the Aquino administration.
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Chiz Escudero apologizes for Senate leadership change
Newly installed Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero has apologized for any potential harm caused by the leadership change in the chamber.
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Marcos says Yolanda rehab started two years ago, not by previous admins
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. stated on Monday that rehabilitation efforts for Super Typhoon Yolanda victims began only two years ago and were not initiated by previous administrations.
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