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Manila: A vibrant show of the enduring Spanish influence on Philippine culture and the Filipinos’ deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary took center stage at the recently held Fiesta Hispano-Filipino in Intramuros. The event, a culminating part of the month-long Fiesta de Intramuros that honors the walled city’s patroness, Nuestra Señora de la Consolación y Correa, highlighted the intricate and centuries-old bond between Spain and the Philippines. Guests were treated to nostalgic performances of Filipino folk songs like ‘Leron Leron Sinta’ and ‘Kalesa,’ celebrating the Philippines’ cultural legacy, as well as renditions of iconic Spanish songs such as ‘Hasta

Manila: National University whipped University of the East, 67-39, and stretched its winning streak to six in the UAAP Season 87 women’s basketball at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Saturday. Pringle Fabruada led NU with 11 points and three rebounds while Nicole Pring contributed 10 points, two assists, and one steal. NU likewise extended its winning streak over UE to 27 games. ‘We got balanced minutes today and yes, we got our sixth win, but that’s the goal for today after the final buzzer. We want to stay on top,’ NU coach Aris Dimaunahan said. NU eyes

Dubai: A total of 129 Filipino healthcare professionals reaped recognitions in the Top Healthcare Professionals in the Middle East Awards 2024 here, organized by New Perspective Media (NPM) Group, publisher of The Filipino Times. Of the 605 nominations, 129 went to Filipinos for their significant contributions to sustainable progress in the region’s healthcare sector and their roles in enhancing the Philippines’ reputation in the Arab world. The Filipino winners during the Sept. 20 awards night at Raddison Blu Dubai Deira Creek were comprised of 90 healthcare professionals from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), 22 from Saudi Arabia, 13 from Qatar,

KUCHING, Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has expressed her hope that the excellent achievement of para athletes at the 2024 Para Malaysia Games (Para SUKMA) will spur parents with children with disabilities to register them. Based on Women, Family and Community Development Ministry records, only 7,000 disability cards have been issued, meaning that over 4 million people with disabilities have yet to register themselves, she said. ‘With the achievements of the para athletes at Para SUKMA, I feel interest (to register children with disabilities) might exist after this. ‘Make those who excelled here as inspiration to families out there

KUALA LUMPUR, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has presented special financial assistance to 18 individuals in need. Anwar said his political secretary, Datuk Ahmad Farhan Fauzi, presented the contribution on his behalf yesterday. “May the contribution ease their burden and may Allah SWT ease all affairs. “My friends in the MADANI Government and I will continue to strive to assist every Malaysian who is in need, Insya-Allah,’ he posted on Facebook today. Source: BERNAMA News Agency