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When did President Marcos extend the deadline for consolidation of non-consolidated PUVs?
When did President Marcos extend the deadline for consolidation of non-consolidated PUVs?
What event led to a massive power outage in Western Visayas from January 2-5?
What event led to a massive power outage in Western Visayas from January 2-5?
Which group renewed its attempts at constitutional reform through the People's Initiative in January 1997?
Which group renewed its attempts at constitutional reform through the People's Initiative in January 1997?
What did Republic Act No. 11976, signed by President Marcos on January 5, allow for?
What did Republic Act No. 11976, signed by President Marcos on January 5, allow for?
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Why did the Sandiganbayan dismiss the ill-gotten wealth case against ten members of the Nieto group on January 10?
Why did the Sandiganbayan dismiss the ill-gotten wealth case against ten members of the Nieto group on January 10?
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Which region declared a state of calamity due to heavy rains brought by a shear line from January 15-20?
Which region declared a state of calamity due to heavy rains brought by a shear line from January 15-20?
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What was the reason behind Jo Mark Libre's dismissal as a commissioner in the Commission on Higher Education?
What was the reason behind Jo Mark Libre's dismissal as a commissioner in the Commission on Higher Education?
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What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding the petition of Ortigas & Company Limited Partnership for the recovery of land?
What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding the petition of Ortigas & Company Limited Partnership for the recovery of land?
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How many people died in the landslide in Mount Diwata in Monkayo, Davao de Oro?
How many people died in the landslide in Mount Diwata in Monkayo, Davao de Oro?
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What charges were Senator Jinggoy Estrada and Janet Lim-Napoles acquitted of?
What charges were Senator Jinggoy Estrada and Janet Lim-Napoles acquitted of?
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Why was the broadcast operations of Sonshine Media Network International suspended by the National Telecommunications Commission?
Why was the broadcast operations of Sonshine Media Network International suspended by the National Telecommunications Commission?
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What title was given to the Antipolo Cathedral on January 26th?
What title was given to the Antipolo Cathedral on January 26th?
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Study Notes
Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program
- Transition period begins on January 1
- Non-consolidated PUVs prohibited from operating in the country after January 31
- Deadline extended until April 30 by President Marcos on January 24
Power Outage
- Massive power outage occurs in Western Visayas from January 2-5
- Caused by tripping of multiple power plants in Panay
Constitutional Reform
- PIRMA renews attempts at constitutional reform through the People's Initiative on January 4
Tax Compliance
- President Marcos signs Republic Act No. 11976 on January 5
- Allows digitalization for simplified tax compliance
Ill-Gotten Wealth Case
- Sandiganbayan dismisses ill-gotten wealth case against ten members of the Nieto group on January 10
- Lack of evidence cited as reason for dismissal
Weather Conditions
- Heavy rains from shear line affect Caraga, Davao Region, Northern Mindanao, and parts of Visayas from January 15-20
- State of calamity declared in Davao del Norte, Davao de Oro, and Davao Oriental
Anti-Terrorism Act
- Full implementation of Anti-Terrorism Act (RA No. 11479) begins on January 15
- Procedural rules approved by Supreme Court on December 5, 2023
Ombudsman Orders
- Ombudsman orders dismissal of Jo Mark Libre as commissioner in Commission on Higher Education on January 17
- Reasons cited: nepotism and grave misconduct
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Test your knowledge about the significant events that happened in January 2023 in the Philippines, including the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, power outages, and political developments.
