Ian De Leon pays tribute to mother Nora Aunor at state necrological service
On Tuesday morning, Ian De Leon paid tribute to his late mother, Nora Aunor, at a state necrological service held in Manila's Metropolitan Theater.
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National Commission for Culture and the Arts
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is a government agency that promotes cultural activities in the Philippines, such as poetry readings to boost literacy. It recently held state necrological services and funeral arrangements for Nora Aunor, who was declared a National Artist in 2019. The NCCA also clarifies online misinformation about AI-generated images of detained former President Rodrigo Duterte being hailed as a hero.
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Last updated at April 22, 2025.
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