"The Vice President will not watch the SONA on TV or gadgets. She is currently in Bohol to empathize with the Boholanos for the death of their vice governor, as well as to uplift the general mood of the people brought about by the suspension of their duly elected local officials," the Office of the Vice President (OVP) said in a statement.
"It is also Bohol Day today, which makes it an opportune time for the Vice President to bring a message of hope," it added.
On July 11, Duterte said she would not attend the SONA and appointed herself a "designated survivor," a remark construed as a threat by some lawmakers.
In the United States, the designated survivor role is assigned to a Cabinet official who must sit out the president's State of the Union Address to ensure continuity of leadership in case the president and all constitutional successors are killed or incapacitated in a terrorist attack or catastrophic event.
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TRENDSPOTTING FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Spotted from the Louis Vuitton Women’s Spring-Summer 2025 show
TRENDSPOTTING FOR THE HOLIDAYS
\"ANIK-ANIK\" IS HERE TO STAY
ADB OKs $1.7-B loan for lakeshore project
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $1.7-billion loan facility to support the construction of the Laguna Lakeshore project connecting Manila and Laguna.
One-sided information
For a marriage to be declared null and void on the ground of psychological incapacity, the incapacity must be rooted on some debilitating psychological or mental condition or illness and not on mere difficulty, refusal or neglect in the performance of marital obligations. This is once more illustrated in this case of Garry and Brenda.
NCRPO, ACG heads axed over POGO raid
The directors of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) and Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG) have been relieved from their posts for 10 days following the raid on an alleged Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in Ermita, Manila.
The winds of transformation is sweeping through Silang, Cavite with Zentria by Vista Land
Silang, Cavite shares the temperate climate and lush surroundings, embodying a quiet charm distinct from its more famous neighbor, Tagaytay City.
Must-visit spots in serene and quiet Silang
Nestled in the heart of Cavite and shadowed by the tourist-magnet Tagaytay, Silang offers an unexpected treasure trove of attractions for those curious enough to explore beyond the main roads.
Prep your home for the Holidays
The holiday season is almost here! And as it draws near, it's time to get your home ready to make the most of the celebration.
Green buildings at the vanguard of sustainable architecture in Mindanao
Advancing responsible architecture through sustainable development is my most treasured advocacy.
MAKING THE MOST OF ORTIGAS LIVING
Ortigas has become one of the most desirable places to live, work, study, and invest in Metro Manila.
