The STAR Cover (November 12, 2023)
The STAR Cover (November 12, 2023)
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Bachmann graces PBAPC Annual Awards
MANILA, Philippines — A former, long-time member of the PBA family who is now one of the country’s top sports officials, serves as guest of honor when the PBA Press Corps (PBAPC) holds its 2023 Annual Awards Night on Nov. 20 at Novotel Manila Araneta City.
Dateline: Port Area
You never know what you’ll see or hear in the labyrinthine Bronx-like district of Port Area in Manila. Rumor has it that thieves and thugs abound on any given day and they’re always on the lookout for their next prey. Cries for help of hapless victims are drowned out by the cacophony of sounds – from the loud cries of sometimes shirtless barkers; to booming horns of 16-wheeler trucks that make the roads vibrate when they pass; to speeding motorcycles which ply the streets with their uninterrupted honking, much like the unbeatable Road Runner’s never ending “beep-beep.”
'Secret' sketches of Michelangelo open to public
ROME, Italy — Sketches drawn on the walls of a small room in Florence by Renaissance artist Michelangelo as he hid from an angry pope are going on show for the first time.
PSC appeals for support
MANILA, Philippines — A budget of P221 million has been approved by the government for the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) next year and it’s barely enough to cover operating costs, leaving a wide gap in funding for the rehabilitation of facilities.
MWSS probes complaints about Maynilad’s 'poor' water quality in Metro Manila
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, November 10) —The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System Regulatory Office (MWSS RO) said it is investigating customer complaints on the reported “poor” water quality being supplied by Maynilad Water Services Inc. (Maynilad).
WestMinCom chief cites 6th ID’s peace programs
COTABATO CITY — Senior Army and police officials on Thursday lauded the Army’s 6th Infantry Division for having secured the surrender of 772 local terrorists and members of the now moribund New People’s Army in the past 28 months.