More rebranding: Marcos unveils ‘Bagong Pilipinas’

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer July 16, 2023 Good day. Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. More rebranding: Marcos unveils 'Bagong Pilipinas' MANILA, Philippines — What was once a line from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s 2022 election campaign ditty, "Bagong Pilipinas" (New Philippines), is now his administration's governance theme or slogan, and it comes with what could be the mother of all government logos. By Julie M. Aurelio and Nestor Corrales AI meets ancient text: UP team develops Baybayin translation tool MANILA, Philippines — The world has become significantly smaller as communication barriers continue to be torn down by translator tools and other technology. These tools, as developed by tech giants like Microsoft and Google, are applicable to major languages like English, Chinese, and even Filipino. Recently, they have also served to revive ancient languages like Aramaic and ancient Hebrew. By Krixia Subingsubing NOT GOING ANYWHERE Workers start dismantling the statue of Lapulapu at Rizal Park for restoration on Saturday. The National Museum has given assurance that it would be reinstalled at the same site. The statue depicts the Visayan island chieftain who was the first to fight and defeat Spanish colonial forces in what would eventually become the Filipino nation. —PHOTO BY RICHARD A. REYES Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. Sending a message: AFP sets regular Pag-asa ferry service MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines said ferry services are now available twice a month for residents of Pag-asa (Thitu) Island, one of the remotest areas under Filipino control in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), for a more regular delivery of supplies to its civilian population and military personnel. By Dexter Cabalza OPINION Running out of landfills More than anything, the government needs to be more creative in addressing plastic use and production, still the biggest source of waste, instead of passing the buck or passing laws only to half-heartedly implement them. It can start by strictly implementing these laws as well as continuously exploring practical options—other countries can provide models on how to address the ever-growing waste problem. By Editorial PROMO ENDS IN Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. SUBSCRIBE NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime