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THE YOUTH ARE CATALYSTS FOR CHANGE – GO

Bong Go, the former top aide of President Rodrigo Duterte has called on students to help government in its campaign against illegal drugs, corruption, and terrorism, as he reiterated his confidence in the youth as catalysts for change. During the recent launch of the Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo (KKDAT) in Davao City, Go pledged […]

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FILIPINO PARA-ATHLETES TO RECEIVE CASH AWARDS FOR WINNING IN ASIA PARA GAMES – ANGARA

Senator Sonny Angara commended Filipino athletes who won medals in the recently concluded 2018 Asia Para Games in Jakarta, Indonesia, saying they, too, deserve cash awards under the law for bringing pride and honor to the country. “We would like to congratulate and commend our athletes with disabilities as well as their coaches and trainers […]

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HIDILYN DIAZ TO GET P2M CASH INCENTIVE FROM GOVERNMENT – ANGARA

Senator Sonny Angara has lauded weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz for winning the first gold medal for the Philippines in the Asian Games in Jakarta, Indonesia. “Tayo po ay nakikiisa sa milyon-milyong Pilipinong nagbubunyi sa pagkapanalo ni Hidilyn. She once again showcased the Filipino fighting spirit. She deserves all the support in recognition of the honor she […]

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PHILIPPINES TO SEND BASKETBALL TEAM TO ASIAN GAMES IN INDONESIA – GO

Special Assistant to the President Bong Go confirmed reports that the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) and the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) have finally agreed to send a Philippine squad to the Asian Games in Indonesia later this August. Go also confirmed his involvement in negotiations for the participation of Gilas Pilipinas in the Asiad. […]

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House Moves to Grant Perks and Privileges for Professional Athletes – TAMBUNTING

  The House committee on games and amusement chaired by Rep. Gus Tambunting (2nd District, Parañaque City) has created a technical working committee (TWG) to further study and fine-tune a bill which seeks to grant perks and privileges to professional athletes who won in international competitions. The TWG to be headed by Rep. Mark Aeron […]