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Kristine Daguno-Bersamina

Kristine is the managing editor of Philstar Global Corp. She started a career in journalism as an editor for content marketing of the newsroom in 2015.

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FDA, BIR collaborate to cut medicine prices for senior citizens
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 17, 2024 - 3:47pm
The Food and Drug Administration is partnering with the Bureau of Internal Revenue to reduce the prices of essential medicines for senior citizens by exempting them from Value Added Tax.
Marcos signs new law for online passport applications in Philippines
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 16, 2024 - 3:20pm
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the "New Philippine Passport Act," designed to modernize passport application processes nationwide.
Philippine-US defense treaty doesn't trigger immediate military action — analyst
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 9, 2024 - 4:54pm
Maritime expert Jay Batongbacal addressed misconceptions about the Philippine-US Mutual Defense Treaty, saying that the treaty does not require an immediate military response in maritime conflicts.
Biden's top-level execs ready for trade, investment mission in Philippines
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 9, 2024 - 1:28pm
US President Joe Biden has assembled a high-level US trade and investment mission set to arrive in the Philippines this week to explore business opportunities in the country.
Philippines bags $1.53B worth of investments in Australia
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 4, 2024 - 3:13pm
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has secured deals worth $1.53 billion or P86 billion in investments during the Philippine Business Forum at the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne, according to the Presidential...
Philippines, Cambodia seek to expand rice supply ties
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 4, 2024 - 2:12pm
The Philippines is exploring a partnership with Cambodia to secure a stable rice supply in response to potential challenges posed by the El Niño phenomenon.
70 seasonal workers bound for South Korea — DMW
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 3, 2024 - 3:40pm
The Department of Migrant Workers announced on Saturday that about 70 seasonal workers are getting ready to go to South Korean farms. 
Chinese vessels detected near Philippine Rise
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - March 2, 2024 - 3:07pm
Recent reports reveal that two Chinese vessels have been monitored lingering in the waters near the resource-rich Philippine Rise, situated on the eastern side of northern Luzon.
Marcos set to visit Australia as guest of government
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - February 24, 2024 - 10:14am
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is scheduled to visit Australia and deliver an address to its Parliament, according to the Presidential Communications Office.
PCG reports ongoing dangerous maneuvers from Chinese vessels in West Philippine Sea
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - February 17, 2024 - 3:34pm
The Philippine Coast Guard is sounding the alarm as Chinese vessels continue in engaging in dangerous maneuvers in the West Philippine Sea, despite the presence of PCG and Philippine maritime assets.
PAL secures spot among top 10 most punctual airlines in 2023
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - February 3, 2024 - 10:28am
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines secured the second spot for punctuality among Asia-Pacific airlines in December 2023, according to London-based aviation analytics Cirium.
Marcos reveals open e-vehicle market strategy to accelerate PUVMP
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 30, 2024 - 4:44pm
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the government's commitment to keeping the electric vehicle market open to speed up the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program.
PCO denies Cha-cha agenda in 'Bagong Pilipinas' rally
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 27, 2024 - 2:21pm
The Presidential Communications Office dismissed allegations that the "Bagong Pilipinas" campaign kick-off rally would serve as a platform to advocate for Charter change.
DOT eyes exceeding P1.5 trillion in domestic visitor receipts for 2024
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 14, 2024 - 11:57am
Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said that the Department of Tourism aims to outperform the previous domestic visitor receipts, citing last year's strong performance.
Marcos appoints businessman Eduardo Aliño as new SBMA head
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 13, 2024 - 10:28am
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has officially appointed and sworn in businessman Eduardo Aliño as the new administrator of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, according to an announcement from the Presidential...
DSWD ramps up social services as Marcos admin unveils expanded efforts
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 13, 2024 - 9:01am
The Department of Social Welfare and Development is taking on more responsibilities to meet the rising demand for social support, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Friday.
Electricity restored in Panay Island as power plant resumes operation — ERC
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 6, 2024 - 2:37pm
The Energy Regulatory Commission confirmed on Saturday the restoration of power supply in Panay Island, Western Visayas, after the successful reactivation of a power plant on Friday.
Fuel prices drop as 2024 starts
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 1, 2024 - 3:16pm
Motorists are set to enjoy a promising start to the year as several oil companies have announced a decrease in pump prices for the first week of 2024.
Angelica Panganiban, Gregg Homan welcome New Year as newlyweds
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 1, 2024 - 1:57pm
Actress Angelica Panganiban stepped into 2024 as a newlywed after tying the knot with partner Gregg Homan on Dec. 31, 2023 (New Year's Eve). 
DOH issues caution on unexploded firecrackers post-New Year celebration
by Kristine Daguno-Bersamina - January 1, 2024 - 10:30am
The Department of Health issued a warning on Monday, especially directed at children, urging them not to touch unexploded firecrackers. 
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