They are the ones you didn’t vote for

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They are the ones you didn’t vote for (sayang! mas may boses sana tayo) Chel Diokno Mar Roxas Gary Alejano Bam Aquino Pilo Hilbay Samira Gutoc Erin Tanada Romulo Macalintal You may want to read: Authors of terror? Anti-Terrorism Bill principal authors in the Senate

Time of proclamation of the Philippine Independence from Spain

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What is the time of the proclamation of Philippine independence from Spain? The proclamation of Philippine Independence from Spain was declared at 4:30 pm on 12 June 1898. Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista read the 21-paged document entitled “Acta de la proclamación de independencia del pueblo Filipino. The Independence of the Philippines was proclaimed at the window … Read more

UP Institute of Human Rights Opposition to Anti-Terrorism Bill

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UP Institute of Human Rights Opposition to Anti-Terrorism Bill The UP Institute of Human Rights expresses its strong opposition to House Bill No. 6875 and Senate No. 1083, which, when signed, will be known as the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020. Our statement: The UP Institute of Human Rights expresses its strong opposition to House Bill … Read more

How trees reduce summer heat?

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  How trees reduce summer heat? Trees perform major climate functions that can abate (summer) heat. Here’s a look at how beneficial trees are in our lives: Trees absorb sunlight – The light from the sun which heats the earth’s surface is absorbed by the trees’ dark green leaves. Trees cool the air – Absorption … Read more

On this day, June 5

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  On June 5, 1898, Julian Felipe conferred to President Emilio Aguinaldo in Kawit for a very special project: compose the Philippine National Anthem. Based on what Felipe remembered in that meeting, Aguinaldo wanted an anthem that would replace the Marcha Real, the national anthem of Spain. Six days later, 11 June 1898, the Cavite … Read more