Author: Team SJE

Senate panel cites respondent in Sandro Muhlach case in contempt

(MANILA BULLETIN) A Senate panel on Monday, August 19, cited in contempt Jojo Nones, one of the respondents in the sexual harassment case filed by actor Sandro Muhlach. Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada made the motion during the third hearing of the Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media chaired by Senator Robinhood…
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Senate detains GMA independent contractor tagged in Sandro Muhlach case

(ABS-CBN NEWS) GMA independent contractor Jojo Nones is now in  Senate custody over his answers to questions from Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada. This, following a closed-door executive session of the Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass Media with rape complainant Sandro Muhlach. Estrada accused Nones of lying to the committee. “Itong si…
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PHOTO RELEASE: Jinggoy is guest of honor at 2024 Philippine ROTC Games

Jinggoy is guest of honor at 2024 Philippine ROTC Games: Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada tells participants in the ongoing 2024 Philippine ROTC Games that the ultimate reward they will earn from the sports event, beyond medals and trophies, is personal growth and improvement. Estrada was invited as the guest of honor at the opening ceremony…
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Estrada: Escoda Shoal is under Philippines’ sovereignty, PCG not infringing on China’s territory

(HEAD TOPICS) Senate President Pro Tempore and defense committee chairperson Jinggoy Estrada emphasized Sunday that Escoda Shoal in the West Philippine Sea is within Manila’s exclusive economic zone , denying Beijing’s infringement claims. “There is no reason for us to withdraw our vessel, which was anchored in response to suspected reclamation activities of China,” said…
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Estrada seeks equal cash incentives for Olympians, Paralympians

(HEAD TOPICS) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada sought to give equal cash incentives for national athletes with and without disabilities. In contrast, Paralympians who secure first, second, or third place on the world stage are entitled to only half of the cash incentives given to their Olympic counterparts. By introducing amendments to the provisions…
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PHOTO RELEASE: Commending PH team to Paris Olympics

Commending PH team to Paris Olympics: Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada highlights the significant milestones of the country’s delegation to the recently-concluded Paris Olympics during Wednesday’s plenary session, August 14, 2024. Team Philippines’ dedication and excellence which yielded two gold and two bronze medals, marked a historic centennial celebration of the country’s participation in the Olympics,…
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Jinggoy Estrada wondered why Ogie Diaz knew about what happened to Sandro Muhlach

(PHILIPPINES NEWS) Senator Jinggoy Estrada asked seasoned actor Niño Muhlach how talent manager-vlogger Ogie Diaz knew about what happened to Sparkle artist Sandro Muhlach. The issue about Sandro started with a blind item. A social media page shared a blind item about a newbie actor who was allegedly harassed by two gays after the GMA…
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GMA Gala scandal probe: Nino Muhlach rejects settlement from son’s alleged abusers brokered at house of Gozon’s daughter

(BILYONARYO.COM) August 13, 2024 Niño Muhlach has firmly rejected a settlement offer from two contractors of GMA Network, led by bilyonaryo Felipe Gozon, as he plans to sue them for the alleged sexual harassment of his son, Sandro, on the night of the GMA Gala at a hotel in Pasay City. During a Senate Committee…
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Parity in cash incentives for Paralympic, Olympic athletes sought

(PHILIPPINES NEWS AGENCY) MANILA – The cash incentives for national athletes who win medals in international competitions must be equal, including for differently-abled athletes. Following the achievements of Filipino athletes in the recent Paris Olympics and with six more set to see action in the Aug. 28 to Sept. 8 Paralympics, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy…
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‘Athletes should get same incentives’

(THE MANILA TIMES) SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday said Republic Act 10699, or the National Athletes and Coaches Benefits and Incentives Act, should be amended to equalize the amount of cash gifts given to national athletes who won in international competitions. The senator said all national athletes should be given the same…
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