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THE Supreme Court, by a unanimous vote of 15-0, disbarred Lorenzo “Larry” Gadon for his “misogynistic, sexist and abusive remarks” against journalist Raisa Robles. Gadon's dismissal stemmed from a viral video clip where he repeatedly cursed and uttered profane remarks against Robles. Atty. Larry Gadon (January 5, 2022). TMTV FILE …

The Philippine Navy (PN) has deployed one of the largest ships in its fleet, the 7,200-ton BRP Tarlac (LD-601), to transport “critical relief goods” to Albay, which is affected by the ongoing unrest of Mayon Volcano. In a statement late Wednesday, the Navy said the landing dock was tasked to …

Palace keeping him; ‘Secretary title sweeter’ The Supreme Court has ordered lawyer Lorenzo Gadon disbarred for “misogynistic, sexist, abusive and repeated intemperate language” but the Palace said this would not affect his appointment as presidential adviser on poverty alleviation. In a statement, the Court said the disbarment of Gadon was …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on the public to show “solidarity” with Muslims as the nation observed the celebration of Eid’l Adha or Feast of Sacrifice on Wednesday. In a message, Marcos reminded Filipinos of the importance of “sacrifice and selflessness” that reflects the occasion. “Let us all be reminded …

BUSINESS AND JOBS. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez tells business leaders at the 44th National Conference of Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) Tuesday at the Manila Hotel that the government will press on with reforms to improve the business climate, attract more investments and create more jobs. Ver Noveno …

Ready for Eid. A Muslim performs the morning Fjar prayer inside the Golden Mosque in Globo de Oro, Quiapo Manila, while a grandmother tries on a dress for her grandson at a dress shop in Quiapo on Tuesday. Muslims will observe the Eid’l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice today. …

GOLDEN TOURISM EVENT. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. receives a plaque from Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco as the Department of Tourism celebrates 50 years since its founding with the theme: “Ginto: Greater Innovations, New Tourism Opportunities” at the Manila Hotel on Tuesday. Joey O. Razon President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on …

Rumors continued to swirl Monday about an alleged leadership coup at the Senate, which came as Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri was still in Washington DC, on an official visit. The persistent speculation in the upper chamber was that Zubiri would be ousted during the opening of the 2nd Regular …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. back to his former post as the chief of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU). Galvez was the peace adviser in the Duterte administration, but Mr. Marcos tapped him as officer-in-charge of the Department …

Controversial lawyer Lorenzo “Larry” Gadon has been named by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday as the Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation, Malacañang said. The Palace said Gadon’s appointment reflects the government’s commitment to addressing “one of the most pressing challenges” in the country. Lorenzo Gadon “He will play a …