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Festival Mall acquisition boosts FILRT growth and portfolio size

Remember when Filinvest REIT Corp. (FILRT) acquired Festival Mall for P6.26 billion months ago? Already the premier Alabang shopping mall has boosted the earnings and portfolio size of FILRT, according to a business news report by the Manila Bulletin. For the newcomers reading this, read my previous posts about Festival Mall (which first opened in May 1998) and FILRT by clicking here, here and…

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Man arrested in Parañaque City for fraud and identity theft

Recently in the city of Parañaque, local law enforcers arrested a 44-year-old man over the use of fake identification as well as using a credit card to purchase almost P390,000 worth of gift certificates, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface… A 44-year-old man was…

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Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) officially moved to November 2026

In case you missed the news, the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) – originally scheduled for this year – has officially been moved to November 2026 as Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., signed into law a measure passed by Congress, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. Notably, the BSKE will be held every four years staring in 2026. To put things in…

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What to watch on YouTube right now – Part 95

Welcome back my readers, YouTube viewers and all others who followed this series of articles focused on YouTube videos worth watching. Have you been searching for something fun or interesting to watch on YouTube? Do you feel bored right now and you crave for something to see on the world’s most popular online video destination? I recommend you check out the following videos I found. #1 PatmanQC…

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Responsible waste management, illegal dumping and other topics discussed in Las Piñas City seminar

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the topics of environmental compliance, responsible waste management and others were discussed in detail in a seminar conducted by the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), according to a Manila Bulletin news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin report. Some parts in boldface… The Las Piñas…

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Jobless Filipinos reach almost 2 million in June 2025

The number of jobless Filipinos swelled largely to almost two million this past June when compared to a year prior, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. Among the factors were the job losses in the gambling and betting sector, the construction sector and in 3 other sectors. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in…

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Parañaque Congressman Yamsuan seeks passage of Equal Maternity Protection Act

Following the 4th State of the Nation Address (SONA) of Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Parañaque’s 2nd District Representative Brian Yamsuan seeks passage of House Bill No. 224 (Equal Maternity Protection Act) which is one of his more notable proposals in the House of Representatives, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an…

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A Look Back at What If #23 (1991)

Disclaimer: This is my original work with details sourced from reading the comic book and doing personal research. Anyone who wants to use this article, in part or in whole, needs to secure first my permission and agree to cite me as the source and author. Let it be known that any unauthorized use of this article will constrain the author to pursue the remedies under R.A. No. 8293, the Revised…

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Four Chinese nationals arrested in Parañaque City over kidnapping

Recently in the city of Parañaque, local law enforcers arrested four Chinese nationals over the kidnap of a fellow Chinese national, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. The suspects previously operated as money changers targeting those who exchanged large amount of money. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts…

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Las Piñas City Deploys Over 1,000 “Habagat” Victims for 10-day Community Work

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the City Government deployed over one thousand “habagat” victims to do community work for a 10-day period in accordance to the Department of Labor and Employment’s (DOLE) Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the…

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USAID closure felt by minority group in Nepal

Nepal, a nation of more than 30 million people and with a Hindu majority, has a certain group of minority people whose reliance on the scandalous U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) ended months ago and they event went on to celebrate pride recently, according to a news report by the Leftist Associated Press (AP) magnified by the Manila Bulletin. For the newcomers reading this, the…

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Philippines inflation rate falls below 1% in July 2025

After the slight rise recorded in June 2025, the inflation rate of the Philippines fell below 1% this past July, according to news article by the Philippine News Agency (PNA). To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article of the PNA. Some parts in boldface… The country’s inflation or the rate of increase in the prices of goods and services reversed its path in…

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What to watch on YouTube right now – Part 94

Welcome back my readers, YouTube viewers and all others who followed this series of articles focused on YouTube videos worth watching. Have you been searching for something fun or interesting to watch on YouTube? Do you feel bored right now and you crave for something to see on the world’s most popular online video destination? I recommend you check out the following videos I found. #1 Popcorn…

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Ayala-Mitsubishi’s P18.4 billion GCash deal closed

After being cleared by the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC), the P18.4 billion deal between Ayala Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation regarding a 6.5% stake in GCash owner Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt) has finally closed, according to a Manila Bulletin business news report. For the newcomers reading this, the Ayala-Mitsubishi deal was sealed a few months ago and it was…

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One thousand 2nd District residents of Parañaque City sign up for TUPAD program

Recently in the city of Parañaque, one thousand residents of eight barangays that are all part of the 2nd district of the city formally signed up as the newest batch for the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) program, 2nd District Congressman Brian Yamsuan confirmed through his official Facebook page.   To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt…

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Philippines attracts 3.47 million international visitors as of July 30, 2025

As the Department of Tourism (DOT) gave the press updates about the state and direction of tourism, it was revealed that the international visitors who arrived in the Philippines this year reached less than 3.5 million as of July 30, according to a Philippine News Agency (PNA) news article. For the newcomers reading this, the DOT confirmed early this year that the nation attracted less than 6…

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National Duathlon Championships 2025 set for October 19 at Villar City, registration ongoing

Calling all the multisport enthusiasts, cyclists and runners! The National Duathlon Championships 2025 will be held on October 19 at Villar City in Cavite. As of this writing, online registration is ongoing. For your reference, posted below are key details of the special event by Triathlon Philippines (TriPhil) supported by venue partner Villar City, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC),…