Filipina ‘TikTok docs’ specialize in ‘Barbie’ nose, waist, arms
MANILA, Philippines — This Christmas, having a Barbie doll is no longer just an option, because looking like one is now made more accessible to Filipinos.
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MANILA, Philippines — Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco yesterday apologized to senators over the inappropriate behavior of an official who texted the senators to ask for VIP treatment for the Department of Tourism (DOT) in the budget deliberations.
Press Release - Gatchalian seeks P1.9 billion for hiring of non-teaching personnel
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DOJ wants stricter visa processing for Chinese citizens
CITING national security concerns, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla yesterday called for stricter visa processing for Chinese citizens who want to enter the country, adding the issuance of visas should be taken away from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Groups call for gov't action on UN Rapporteur's recommendation to abolish NTF-ELCAC
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COA: Astoria Hotel’s billing legit but CHED does not have to pay yet
THE Commission on Audit has upheld the validity of the claim filed by Astoria Hotels and Resorts against the Commission on High Education for unpaid billing dating back four years but said the CHED cannot be obligated to pay since the signatory to the petition was not duly authorized.