Duterte Signs Gift Check Act of 2017, Prohibiting Expiry Date on Gift Checks

Good news to all consumers! President Rodrigo Duterte signed Republic Act No. 10962, also known as the Gift Check Act of 2017 (An Act Regulating the Issuance, Use and Redemption of Gift Checks), which prohibits issuers and merchants from placing expiry dates on their gift checks, gift certificates and gift cards.

Mar Roxas Slams Duterte, BSP for ‘Faceless’ P100 Bills Mistake

Losing presidential candidate and former DILG Secretary Mar Roxas criticized President Rodrigo Duterte and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) for the defective P100 bills with the face of the late President Manuel Roxas left out. This is despite the fact that the BSP said that the P100 bills without the face were due to machine error.

Trillanes Blames Professionals Over PRC License Renewal Law Problems

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV blamed some professionals for the problems concerning the implementation of Republic Act 10912, also known as the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Act of 2015. This is after thousands of professionals are having difficulties in renewing their Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) license.

Watch: Doris Bigornia Not Wearing Seat Belt During EDSA Shaw Blvd Road Accident (Video)

ABS-CBN news reporter Doris Bigornia and five others were hurt in a six-vehicle pileup accident at the Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA)-Shaw Boulevard tunnel in Mandaluyong City, on Thursday at around 1:45 p.m., December 21. She was seated at the back of their van when the crash happened, and apparently not wearing a seat belt. Watch video below.

Trillanes Blames Duterte Over P10M PCSO Christmas Party

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV slams President Rodrigo Duterte for the alleged P10-million Christmas party of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO, held at the Edsa Shangri-La Hotel in Mandaluyong last Thursdy, December 19, as earlier exposed by PCSO board member and former jueteng whistleblower Sandra Cam.

Watch: Priest Throws Pail of Holy Water During Mass, Bathe Parishioners (Video)

A Catholic priest is now going viral for unconventional way of blessing people. Usually, a priest sprinkle holy water using an aspergillum. But on a viral video, a priest threw a pail of holy water to the church goers, using a dipper (tabo in Tagalaog). As expected, the event gained mixed reactions from netizens, especially for the non-Catholics. Watch video below and be the judge.

Hontiveros to Help Cherish Sharmaine Interior File Cyberbullying Cases vs Bashers

Cherish Sharmaine Interior, the woman who was caught on video last Sunday, slapping taxi driver Virgilio Doctor is now in big trouble. Despite apologizing for what she has done, she is still facing charges filed against him by Mr. Doctor. But while everyone who saw the video is mad at her, Senator Risa Hontiveros is willing to help her file cyberbullying cases against her bashers.

Woman Driver Who Slapped Taxi Driver Apologizes, Taxi Driver Files Case

Cherish Sharmaine Interior, the woman who slapped the old taxi driver last Sunday in Quezon city is sorry for what she has done. However, the driver who was identified as Virgilio Doctor, went to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) office and has already charged her with physical injuries and damage to property.

Watch: Woman Driver Slaps Helpless Taxi Driver Who’s as Old as Her Father (Video)

A lady driver was caught on video slapping a taxi driver, who seems to be as old as her father. As posted by a netizen who posted the live video on Facebook, the incident took place on Sunday, December 17 at around 9:30 am somewhere in Quezon City. Watch the video below very closely. Note: Strong parental guidance is being advised.

Watch: Trump’s Awkward Handshake With Duterte Featured on Simpson TV Show (Video)

Remember when US President Donald Trump made an awkward handshake with President Rodrigo Duterte during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit held last November in the Philippines? Well, the photo made a cameo appearance in a recent episode of the famous animated comedy American TV show, “The Simpsons.” Watch the video below very closely.

5 Fearless Predictions for Philippine Politics for 2018

It’s less than 2 weeks before we welcome the New Year, 2018. For us Filipinos, 2017 has been colorful, and challenging for the government. With President Rodrigo Duterte leading the country for one and a half years, it appears that more Filipinos are getting used to his style of leadership, although of course we don’t expect the Opposition to do so.

Duterte to Appoint Bato Dela Rosa as BuCor Chief in 2018, After PNP Chief Retires

President Rodrigo Duterte is set to appoint Philippine National Police (PNP) Dir. Gen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa as the next chief of the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor), once the latter retires early next year. The president made the confirmation on Tuesday night, December 12, during a Christmas Party with members of the Malacañang Press Corps.

Ronnie Dayan Now a “Changed Man,” Sen Leila De Lima Not Convinced

Ronnie Dayan, the former driver-lover and alleged bagman of Senator Leila de Lima is now a changed man, according to his relative. This is more than two months after the Seventh-day Adventist Church Prison Ministry baptized him inside his prison cell in Muntinlupa City Jail in early October. However, the detained senator is not convinced.

Epal Daw? VP Robredo Questions President Duterte’s Photo on OFW ID Card

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on has started issuing the iDOLE (or OFW ID card), which OFWs (overseas Filipino workers) can use for their transactions with government and private agencies regarding their employment abroad. However, Vice President Leni Robredo questioned why it has a photo of President Rodrigo Duterte.

Ombudsman Urged to Re Open Plunder Case vs Speaker Alvarez Over NAIA Contracts

An advocate group on Monday, December 11 has urged the Office of the Ombudsman to re-open the plunder case against House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, who was earlier accused of profiting from a build-operate-transfer (BOT) contract between Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and the Philippine International Air Terminals Co Inc (Piatco).

Alejano Slams Duterte for Appointing Relative as Nayong Pilipino Executive Director

A relative of President Rodrigo Duterte has been appointed as executive director of Nayong Pilipino theme park in Parañaque City. The appointment of Maria Fema Duterte, President Duterte’s niece, was confirmed last Thursday, December 7, signed by Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea. However, Magdalo Rep. Gary Alejano is not happy about it.

Former DOH Secretary Garin Celebrates Birthday With LP, Night Before She Appeared on Senate Hearing?

Today, Monday, December 11 is the birthday of former DOH (Department of Health) Secretary Janette Garin. Incidentally, she is now in the on-going Senate hearing on the controversial dengue vaccine program under the past administration. However, she allegedly celebrated her birthday with some members of the Liberal Party (LP), the night before.

Netherlands to Deport CPP Founder Joma Sison Back to the Philippines in 2018

The Netherlands is set to deport Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder, Jose Maria Sison back to the Philippines early next year, 2018. This is after the Dutch government agreed to President Rodrigo Duterte when he declared last week that the CPP, and its armed wing, the New People's Army (NPA) as terrorist organizations.

President Duterte Asks Congress for 1 Year Martial Law Extension in Mindanao

President Rodrigo Duterte has formally asked the Congress for the approval to extend Martial Law in Mindanao for one year, beyond the December 31 deadline. This is according to House Majority Leader Rodolfo Fariñas, who said that the president has already written a letter to the House of Representatives for the Martial Law extension.

Lawmaker Complains After Massage Therapist Harassed Him With “Extra Service”

Sexual harassment is not only against women. A Philippine lawmaker went to a massage parlor to have a full body massage. But instead of making him feel better, the member of the House of Representative complained that the female massage therapist allegedly harassed him and offered him “extra service.” Note: Image is for presentation use only.

Pacquiao to Retire from Boxing in 2018, to Join International Chess Tournaments

Senator Manny Pacquiao is set to retire from boxing next year, 2018. However, it does not mean he will be not be in sports anymore. Aside from being one of the greatest boxers in history, Pacquiao started to play chess since he became a professional boxer. At first, he only took it as a hobby. But over the years, he was able to master this sport for the brain.

CBCP, Religious Groups Urge President Duterte to Withdraw Declaration of CPP NPA as Terrorists

A group of religious leaders called PEPP (Philippine Ecumenical Peace Platform) on Friday, December 8 urged President Rodrigo Duterte to withdraw his proclamation declaring the Communist Party of the Philippines and its armed wing, the New People’s Army, as terror organizations. The group also asked the president to resume the peace talks.

CHR on Calling NPA Rebels as Terrorists, “They Have Human Rights, Too”

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) seems to not be in favor of President Rodrigo Duterte’s tagging the New People’s Army (NPA) as a terrorist group. In fact, a CHR official insisted that even terrorists have their human rights, too, emphasizing that no one especially the soldiers and policemen have the license to kill them without due process.

Miss Universe 2017 Demi Leigh Nel Peters Supports President Duterte’s War on Drugs

Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters is now in Manila, along with Miss Universe 2016 Iris Mittenaere and some Miss Universe 2017 candidates to visit some interesting tourist spots in the country. In her interview with some reporters, the newly crowned Miss Universe said she supports President Rodrigo Duterte’s war against illegal drugs.

PNP Seizes P112M Shabu From Mayor Parojinog’s Relatives, Supporters in Ozamiz

Police has seized suspected methamphetamine hydrochloride shabu with an estimated street value of P112 million inside the houses of supporters and relatives of the Parojinog family in Ozamiz City. The raid was conducted a day after President Rodrigo Duterte ordered that the war against drugs will be back to the Philippine National Police (PNP).

Marawi ‘Bakwit’ Protest Leader Explains How Militant Groups are “Taking Care of Them”

Around 100 members of Bakwit (evacuees from Mindanao) received a supposed bonus package from various militant groups. This includes rice, canned goods, ham, and keso de bola. This is after they held a protest rally in Mendiola on Wednesday, December 6, demanding the Duterte administration not to extend Martial Law in Mindanao.

32 Trees to be Cut for Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea’s Summer House in Baguio

Yes, you read it right. Thirty-two (32) Caliandra trees will have to be cut just for the construction of a summer house for Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea in Baguio City. The said guest house is currently the office of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA), and is just across the Presidential Mansion, and near the forested Wright Park.

Watch: Undisciplined Filipinos at NAIA Do Not Follow Very Simple Rule (Video)

Many Filipinos today are longing for the change that President Rodrigo Duterte has promised. But no matter how hard he works, many Filipinos really lack discipline. A classic example is a simple rule at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Unfortunately, the authorities who are assigned to implement it are not doing anything. Watch video below.

DOH Tarlac Tries to Cover Up Dengue Case of 12 Year Old Girl Who Received Dengue Vaccine?

Is the Department of Health (DOH) in Tarlac trying to cover up the dengue case of a 12-year old girl? Earlier, she received dengue vaccination of the program of the Department of Health (DOH) under the administration of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, who happens to be from Tarlac. Watch the video of RJ Nieto, aka Thinking Pinoy below.

12 Year Old Girl Now in ICU due to Dengue, Despite Receiving Dengue Vaccine Under PNoy Admin

A 12-year old girl in Tarlac is now in ICU (Intensive Care Unit), despite the fact that she received 3 shots of dengue vaccine Dengvaxia courtesy of the program of the Department of Health (DOH) under the administration of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III. Now, the parents are asking help from the government and Good Samaritans as well.

Japanese National Uses Cellphone to Reserve a Seat in Davao City Restaurant, Phone Not Stolen

A Japanese national probably forgot that he is not in Japan, and used his cellphone to reserve a seat inside a small restaurant. After some minutes, he realized that it might get stolen and immediately checked his seat. To his surprise, his phone was still there despite the fact there are many Filipinos near his reserved seat, and his phone was very visible.

Marlene Aguilar, “President Duterte is Dead, What We See Now is Alien Impostor”

President Rodrigo Duterte is already dead, and what people now see is only an alien impostor. Well, this is according to Marlene Aguilar, sister of iconic Pinoy singer, Freddie Aguilar. In her Facebook post on Sunday, Marlene said that she has contact inside the US CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), and challenged the president to prove her wrong.

Natakot? Sen Kiko Pangilinan Avoided Robin Padilla During Sharon-Robin Reunion Movie Promotion

Megastar Sharon Cuneta and Robin Padilla are back together in the Star Cinema movie 'Unexpectedly Yours,' directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina. The film was released last Wednesday, November 29. But while fans have long to watch this Sharon-Robin reunion movie, Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan, Sharon’s husband seems to be not comfortable.

Duterte Supporter Pawns House and Lot, Donates P75,000 to Fake Advocates of RevGov

A staunch supporter of President Rodrigo Duterte decide to pawn his house and lot, and donated P75,000 to a group that claimed to be advocate of RevGov (revolutionary government). Allegedly, the group promised him to be appointed him to be a top official of RevGov in exchange of money. However, he later realized that he was a victim of a scam.

DOH Under PNoy Admin Gave Dengue Vaccine to 700,000 Filipino Children Without WHO Recommendation

The Department of Health (DOH) under the administration of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III gave the dengue vaccine Dengvaxia to more than 700,000 Filipino children, even without the recommendation of the World Health Organization (WHO). This is according to Health Secretary Francisco Duque III on Friday, December 1.

Scammers Victimize Duterte Supporters, Asking for Money in Exchange of RevGov Positions

Some supporters of President Rodrigo Duterte have been victims of scammers who pose as advocates of federalism promise them to be appointed in the supposed RevGov (revolutionary government) in exchange of cash. This is despite the fact that the president has frequently announced that there is no need for him to declare RevGov. (NOTE: Image for presentation use only.)

New CBCP President Romulo Valles Supports RevGov, But With Reservations

Starting today, Friday, December 1, 2017, Davao Archbishop Romulo Valles is officially the new president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). On his first day, Valles shared his personal views on certain social issues such as EJKs (extra-judicial killings) and RevGov (revolutionary government).

5 Major Changes in CBCP Under New CBCP President Romulo Valles That Many Filipinos Will Love

Davao Archbishop Romulo Valles is now officially the new president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). Today, Friday, December 1, 2017, he assumed the post, replacing Lingayen Dagupan Archbishop Socrates Villegas. On his first day, CBCP President Valles pointed out his views about the Church’s role in the country.