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Monday, August 26, 2024

WePlay X Jen Animation: WePlay Collaboration with Popular Animator Jen Animation, Exclusive Rare Items Available from August 23rd!

  

Recently, the well-known entertainment app WePlay announced a collaboration with famous Filipino animator Jen Animation, bringing users an exclusive experience. Starting at 12 PM on August 23rd, WePlay will launch a special limited-time gift package, giving users a chance to win exclusive Jen Animation-themed in-app items.

During the launch period, users can also participate in social media events by sharing screenshots from the Jen Animation-themed watch party in designated discussion threads to win additional Jen Animation-themed virtual items.

As a global company, WePlay has frequently topped app charts in various countries, attracting nearly a million players in the Philippines alone, with global downloads exceeding 100 million. The app is available on both iOS and Android.

For more information, please visit: https://weplayapp.com/


Sunday, August 25, 2024

Stamp collectors, PHLPost join forces to launch biggest Stamps Exhibit in Cebu City


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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) join forces with Philippine Stamp Collectors Society (PSCS) to launch biggest Stamps Exhibit in Cebu City entitled “Manna Filatelica 2024 Stamps Exhibit” from August 23 to 25, 2024 at SM Seaside in Cebu City.

PHLPost invites students and the public to visit the displayed never before seen stamp collections and spend the weekend holiday with your love ones.


Visitors will have the opportunity to explore and learn a diverse range of stamp collections featuring captivating topics such as “Flora and Fauna,” “Only in the Philippines,” “Transition of Nations: How Countries Came To Be,” “Flowers on Souvenir Sheets from Canada,” and many more.

The Cebu City leg highlights the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of the Philippines showcasing international themes connecting collectors worldwide. It is an enlightening experience for both avid philatelists and those new to engage in the exciting hobby of stamp collecting.

 



Thursday, August 22, 2024

Where is Alice Guo and Whose Heads Will Roll?


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Former Mayor Alice Guo, who was identified as a Chinese national falsely claiming Filipino citizenship, has reportedly fled the Philippines despite being subject to a hold departure order (HDO). Guo's departure comes as she faces mounting legal challenges related to her alleged involvement in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs).


The controversy surrounding Guo erupted when an investigation revealed that she had been misrepresenting herself as a Filipino citizen. Sources indicate that Guo, who served as mayor of Bamban from 2016 to 2022, may have used fraudulent documents to assume a position of power in local government. The discovery has led to widespread condemnation, with many questioning how such a significant breach of the law could have occurred without detection for years.


Adding to her legal woes, Guo has been implicated in a major POGO operation based in Tarlac. Authorities allege that she played a key role in facilitating the operations of these offshore gaming firms, which have been under scrutiny for involvement in illegal activities such as money laundering, human trafficking, and tax evasion.


In light of these allegations, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued an HDO against Guo to prevent her from leaving the country while investigations were ongoing. However, reports now confirm that she managed to leave the Philippines, raising concerns about the enforcement of such orders and the potential for political or bureaucratic lapses that may have enabled her escape.


The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is currently under fire for its failure to prevent Guo's departure, and an internal investigation has been launched to determine how she was able to evade the authorities. Speculation is rife that Guo's connections, both locally and internationally, may have facilitated her flight from justice.


Meanwhile, the government has intensified its crackdown on illegal POGO operations, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasizing the need for stricter regulation and enforcement to protect the country's sovereignty and uphold the rule of law. The case of Alice Guo is expected to serve as a litmus test for the government's commitment to these principles.


As the investigation continues, authorities are working with international counterparts to track down Guo and bring her back to face charges in the Philippines. The DOJ has expressed its determination to pursue all legal avenues to ensure that Guo is held accountable for her actions.


The unfolding scandal has also reignited discussions about the integrity of the country's immigration and citizenship processes, with lawmakers calling for comprehensive reforms to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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