
Pagcor Fines Gambling Firm P1M Over Ivana Alawi iPhone Giveaway
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has imposed a P1 million fine on a gambling firm linked to an iPhone giveaway promoted by Ivana Alawi.
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has imposed a P1 million fine on a gambling firm linked to an iPhone giveaway promoted by Ivana Alawi.

A circulating online post, featuring actress Ivana Alawi with a fake quote attributed to Claire Castro regarding assistance to a slain driver's family, has been debunked as satire.
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An article highlights the dangers of online gambling, particularly when promoted by content creators using terms like 'responsible gaming,' warning that such endorsements can lead vulnerable individuals to financial ruin.