The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has been allocated P8.3 billion to construct its own office building starting this year until 2025. The multiyear contractual authority issued by the Department of Budget and Management on March 26 provided Comelec with a budget of P8,391,952,800 from 2023 to 2025 for the construction of the Comelec main office complex in Pasay City. Shortly after he was appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last August, Comelec Chair George Garcia pushed for the agency's proposed eight-story building that will be constructed in a three-hectare Comelec property at the Pasay City Central Business Park.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1756282/comelec-gets-fund-for-new-building

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MANILA, Philippines — Jayvee Sumagaysay, who didn't make it to the final cut when the Philippine men's volleyball team earned a historic silver medal in the 2019 Southeast Asian Games, is eager to prove himself in not only leading a rebuilding squad back to the podium but also giving more attention to their sport. After finally getting his opportunity to play for the country in this year's SEA Games in Cambodia, the veteran middle blocker out of University of Santo Tomas vows not to waste the opportunity and trust given to him.

https://sports.inquirer.net/507697/sumagaysay-determined-to-help-bring-more-attention-to-mens-volleyball-starting-with-sea-games

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TOKYO–Some flights were delayed at Tokyo's Haneda airport on Saturday after two planes appeared to have collided on the ground near a taxiway, public broadcaster NHK reported, citing Japan's transport ministry. No injuries occurred, NHK and one of the airlines said, but the incident led to the closure of one of four runways at the airport from about 11 a.m. (0200 GMT). The broadcaster showed footage of jets from Taiwan's Eva Airways and Thai Airways on the ground. Part of the wing of the Thai Airways plane looked to be broken, and what appeared to be fragments could be seen near the runway.

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1782036/no-injuries-after-planes-collide-on-ground-at-tokyos-haneda-airport-nhk

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is unstable and intimidated by deepening trilateral security ties between Seoul, Tokyo and Washington under Yoon Suk Yeol admini...

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A woman checks the arrivals and departures board at Chicago Midway International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, U.S. April 18, 2023. REUTERS/Jim Vondruska/File photo CHICAGO  -Relentless travel demand has sent bookings at U.S. carriers soaring, translating into bumper earnings. However, their shares have not shown the same trajectory as questions linger about the sustainability of consumer spending. Airline shares have suffered because of bearish sentiment about the broader economy as interest rates are up sharply and inflation remains high, analysts said.

https://business.inquirer.net/410034/us-airline-stock-valuations-stuck-on-runway-despite-travel-boom

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FILE - Search and rescue team members work in a residential area devastated by a wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii, Friday, Aug. 18, 2023. When the most deadly U.S. fire in a century ripped across the Hawaiian island, it damaged hundreds of drinking water pipes, resulting in a loss of pressure that likely allowed toxic chemicals along with metals and bacteria into water lines. Experts are using strong language to warn Maui residents in Lahaina and Upper Kula not to filter their own tap water. (AP Photo/Jae C.

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Ballina Shire Council's crews will be upgrading a section of footpath along Pearces Creek Road, Alstonville, with work expected to commence from Monday 11 September 2023. Stage 1 of the upgrade will extend along the eastern side of Pearces Creek Road, from the intersection with Bugden Avenue (near the tennis courts) working towards the Alstonville Adventist Aged Care Facility. The upgrade will take 3-4 weeks to complete (weather and site conditions permitting). During this time Pearces Creek Road will be reduced to one lane with mobile traffic lights in place during work hours, 7am – 3pm, Monday to Friday.

https://www.miragenews.com/alstonvilles-pearces-creek-road-sees-footpath-1077606/

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A woman checks her outfit with a smartphone on the dashboard, sitting in her vintage car at a classic car meeting in Duesseldorf, Germany, Friday, Aug. 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

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CEBU CITY, Philippines — The ARQ Builders virtually ruled the southwest division of the Mandaue's Pride Basketball Association (MPBA) Summer Cup after logging their fifth straight victory on Saturday evening, at the Cebu Port Authority Gym. The ARQ Builders destroyed Barrio Dos, 127-90, to top the southwest division team standings with an undefeated record of five wins, while inflicting Barrio Dos' third loss with one win. George Sumalinog exploded for 28 points, with 2 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals to lead ARQ's scoring.

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Iza Calzado and baby Deia. Image: Instagram/@missizacalzado Iza Calzado recounted contracting a parasitic disease called toxoplasmosis during her pregnancy with baby Deia, revealing she was told at the time that her child could suffer from 'brain damage or visual impairment' due to the actress' condition. Calzado opened up about this through an open letter to Deia on her Instagram page, with the actress narrating how she was informed of her condition while on a 'short healing trip' in Switzerland.

https://entertainment.inquirer.net/514861/iza-calzado-recalls-bout-with-parasitic-disease-while-pregnant-with-deia

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The stars of the highly anticipated movie Shazam! Fury of the Gods sat down with Jono and Ben for a wild interview that was anything but ordinary. In fact, it left the hosts feeling a rush of adrenaline.   Between answering questions about their new superhero flick, Zachary Levi, Rachel Zegler, Lucy Liu, and Helen Mirren – had the option to see Jono and Ben flung off the Auckland Harbour Bridge.     Things kicked off quickly with Zachary Levi, who plays the titular hero in the film, uttering the magical word "Shazam" as soon as the interview started.

https://www.thehits.co.nz/shows/breakfast-with-jono-ben/stars-of-new-shazam-movie-zachary-levi-and-helen-mirren-throw-jono-and-ben-off-the-auckland-harbour-bridge/

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The world seemed to have lost interest in cryptocurrencies long before everyone turned their attention to artificial intelligence. Yet, it continues to be a force for good, especially for churches in the Philippines. A former pastor named Jon Blaylock launched the blockchain donation drive 'Project Ophir Crypto,' aimed at maintaining churches and helping the poor. Donors can send donations in USDT, USDC, ETH, SLP, HEX, or TEXAN to receive OPHIR crypto tokens. They have no monetary value, but they may become valuable once it becomes available for trading.

https://technology.inquirer.net/123266/ophir-crypto-raises-funds-for-philippine-churches

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BORA ( BORA ) traded down 1.2% against the dollar during the one day period ending at 19:00 PM Eastern on April 9th. BORA has a total market cap of $186.69 million and $6.25 million worth of BORA was traded on exchanges in the last day. Over the last week, BORA has traded up 5.5% against the dollar. One BORA token can now be bought for about $0.19 or 0.00000662 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges. Here's how similar cryptocurrencies have performed over the last day: KILT Protocol (KILT) traded up 0.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/04/09/bora-bora-achieves-market-capitalization-of-186-69-million.html

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Spain's women's national soccer team player Alexia Putellas attends a press conference in Gothenburg, Sweden, ahead of the UEFA Nations League soccer match against Sweden, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. (Bjorn Larsson Rosvall/TT News Agency via AP) SWEDEN OUT; MANDATORY CREDIT

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140 Martin Rd, Badgerys Creek NSW An industrial development site near the upcoming Western Sydney International Airport has increased its value ten-fold after selling in a 17 day settlement. Located at 140 Martin Rd , the 5.5 hectare Badgerys Creek site was previously purchased by a private investor who acquired it for $1.5 million in 2016 as a land banking opportunity. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese holds a press conference at Western Sydney International Airport to mark the 50 per cent completion.

https://www.realcommercial.com.au/news/western-sydney-sites-value-increases-tenfold-in-1023m-sale

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As the largest supporter of the country's sport system, the Government of Canada is proud to invest in the development of Canadian athletes, the national and multi-sport organizations that support them, as well as initiatives to host international sport events in Canada. Today, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, and the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec, announced a $13-million investment to host the 2026 UCI Road World Championships.

https://www.miragenews.com/canada-backs-2026-uci-road-world-championships-1081125/

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CS Tan 4.9 / 5.0 This book is the result of the author's many years of experience and observation throughout his 26 years in the stockbroking industry. It was written for general public to learn to invest based on facts and not on fantasies or hearsay....

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Calamos Advisors LLC reduced its position in BlackRock, Inc. ( NYSE:BLK – Free Report ) by 7.5% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 31,776 shares of the asset manager's stock after selling 2,591 shares during the quarter. Calamos Advisors LLC's holdings in BlackRock were worth $21,262,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. Several other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/29/calamos-advisors-llc-sells-2591-shares-of-blackrock-inc-nyseblk.html

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Prentiss Smith & Co. Inc. boosted its holdings in Cisco Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CSCO – Free Report ) by 65.0% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 144,897 shares of the network equipment provider's stock after buying an additional 57,083 shares during the period. Cisco Systems makes up 5.6% of Prentiss Smith & Co. Inc.'s investment portfolio, making the stock its 2nd biggest holding. Prentiss Smith & Co.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/07/16/cisco-systems-inc-nasdaqcsco-is-prentiss-smith-co-inc-s-2nd-largest-position.html

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Neuberger Berman Group LLC boosted its stake in shares of iShares Core S&P 500 ETF ( NYSEARCA:IVV – Get Rating ) by 5,464.8% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 1,580,415 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 1,552,015 shares during the quarter. iShares Core S&P 500 ETF makes up 0.6% of Neuberger Berman Group LLC's investment portfolio, making the stock its 23rd biggest holding.

https://www.dailypolitical.com/2023/05/31/neuberger-berman-group-llc-raises-holdings-in-ishares-core-sp-500-etf-nysearcaivv.html

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