Senate gives subcommittees contempt powers
December 19, 2024
The Senate on Wednesday adopted a resolution allowing subcommittees to "cite and punish witnesses in contempt."
John Exter and the Philippines
December 19, 2024
John Exter was an American economist, central banker, and financial consultant “known for his significant contributions to monetary theory aånd policy”. Interestingly, in 1948 he served as adviser to the Secretary of Finance of the Philippines on the e...
The urgent need for investment in early childhood care and development in PHL
December 19, 2024
IN a society striving for progress, the formative years of a child’s life must not be ignored or neglected. This is because the early stages of development are pivotal in shaping both the child’s future and the future of society as a whole. Therefore, ...
PHL’s ambassador in the Czech Republic rallies Filipinos to recognize the country’s ‘soft power’
December 19, 2024
PRAGUE—The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) recently released three publications mapping the Philippines’ path into becoming a nation with a “middle soft power” status.
Giving the gift of kindness and healthy emotions
December 19, 2024
THE Christmas season in the Philippines is a time of joy, togetherness and giving. Yet, amid the glittering lights and festive gatherings, it is easy to forget that the greatest gifts are not material but those that touch the heart—kindness, love and e...
Marcos Jr. defers signing of 2025 budget; line veto set
December 19, 2024
Amid concerns over budget cuts, President Marcos has deferred the signing of the proposed 2025 General Appropriations Act to give way to “a rigorous and comprehensive review,” Malacañang said yesterday.
Tulfo brothers still leading in new Senate poll
December 19, 2024
Two brothers of Sen. Raffy Tulfo are still the most preferred candidates for the Senate in the latest voter preference survey by polling firm Tangere.
Querubin weakens into LPA; rains to continue
December 19, 2024
Tropical Depression Querubin has weakened into a low-pressure area, but the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration yesterday said that rains will persist amid its interaction with other weather systems, particular...
Government to seize POGO assets
December 19, 2024
The government will apply forfeiture laws in seizing assets of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO), as authorities rush to shut down the illegal entities before the end of the year, according to Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin.?
Pols not allowed to distribute cash aid – DSWD
December 19, 2024
Politicians, especially those running in next year’s elections, are not allowed to distribute any form of financial aid from the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the DSWD spokesperson said yesterday.
De Lima backs clemency for Veloso
December 19, 2024
In 2015, then justice secretary Leila de Lima was one of three Cabinet officials who, together with then president Benigno Aquino III, appealed to Indonesia to spare Mary Jane Veloso from execution.
Gibo: No holiday truce with ‘Jurassic’ Reds
December 19, 2024
Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. has rejected the idea of implementing another holiday truce with the New People’s Army during the holiday season.
Mary Jane appeals to Marcos Jr. for clemency
December 19, 2024
After 14 years on death row in Indonesia and being nearly executed by firing squad for drug trafficking, Mary Jane Veloso came home to the Philippines yesterday and was welcomed by the embrace of her family.
Quad comm: Duterte, Bato should face raps
December 19, 2024
After four months of hearings, officials of the quad committee of the House of Representatives recommended yesterday the filing of charges against former president Rodrigo Duterte and seven others for alleged extrajudicial killings during his term.
Patient groups urge support for Health Technology Assessment to advance Universal Health Care
December 19, 2024
Patient groups have emphasized the critical need for the institutionalization and adequate resourcing of Health Technology Assessment (HTA).
Asian Hospital, Boehringer Ingelheim partner to fight rare lung ailment
December 19, 2024
Premier medical institution Asian Hospital and Medical Center, with the support of Boehringer Ingelheim, recently launched the Interstitial Lung Disease Center in the newly established Asian Institute of Respirology (AIR) for the comprehensive manageme...
PHL’s first ever ‘family room’ opens at Philippine Children’s Medical Center
December 19, 2024
The Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC), in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Philippines, Inc., inaugurated the country’s first-ever “family room” aimed at offering comfort to families of children battling illness,...
Experiencing chronic sinusitis or colds? Consult an ENT
December 19, 2024
Experiencing chronic sinusitis, hearing loss, ear infections, sore throats, or colds that lasts more than a week or keeps coming back? Then it’s time to see an otolaryngologist.
DFA Usec.: Nasa 59 Pinoy ang nasa death row sa abroad
December 18, 2024
Inihayag ng Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) nitong Miyerkoles na nasa 59 Pilipino ang nahaharap sa parusang kamatayan sa iba't ibang bansa.
San Miguel misses out on maiden win, Meralco suffers collapse as PBA teams fall in EASL
December 18, 2024
San Miguel stands as the only team in the EASL without a win after running out of gas against the Hong Kong Eastern, while Meralco blows a double-digit lead down the stretch in a deflating loss to the Busan KCC Egis
No winners of major lotto jackpot draws on Wednesday, Dec. 18
December 18, 2024
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said there were no winners in Wednesday"s Grand Lotto 6/55 and Megalotto 6/45 draws on Wednesday, Dec. 18.
PH settles for 1-1 draw vs Vietnam in ASEAN Championship
December 18, 2024
Jarvey Gayoso"s goal in the second half almost handed the victory but the Philippine men"s national football team ended up in another 1-1 draw, this time against the visiting Vietnam squad.
UP lights up with colorful floats in its annual Lantern Parade
December 18, 2024
A total of 26 lantern installations took part in this year"s University of the Philippines Lantern Parade.
NBI seizes fake Chanel items worth P44-M in Makati City
December 18, 2024
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday said that its agents seized counterfeit items, including fake Chanel products, in separate operations in Makati City.
Tanggol remains unbeatable as ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’ maintains stronghold on rating chart’s top spot
December 18, 2024
ABS-CBN’s top-rating action-drama teleserye “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo (FPJBQ)” continues to dominate the ratings race, maintaining its number one status on the overall leaderboard. According to the latest Nielsen NUTAM People survey, Tanggol remains unbeatable, solidifying the show’s stronghold at the top of the ratings chart. On Monday, November 25, the Coco Martin-led series posted an [...]
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Capture life’s magic with vivo Y19s’ 50MP Night AI Camera
December 18, 2024
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Veloso home, finally; asks for executive clemency
December 18, 2024
OVERSEAS Filipino worker (OFW) Mary Jane Veloso on Wednesday pleaded for executive clemency upon her arrival in the country after spending almost 15 years in jail for drug trafficking charges in Indonesia.
House okays bill postponing BARMM elections by one year to May 11, 2026
December 18, 2024
The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved on third and final reading a bill postponing the first regular elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) from May 12 next year to May 11, 2026, with 198 votes in favor and ...
Binay seeks tighter verification of residence certs
December 18, 2024
Responding to mounting concerns over the abuse of barangay-issued residence certificates in voter registration, Sen. Nancy Binay has underscored the urgent need for legislative action to tighten residency verification using advanced biometric technolog...
Cops join campaign vs agricultural saboteurs
December 18, 2024
THE National Police (PNP) is set to join the campaign against agricultural economic saboteurs like profiteers, hoarders and smugglers
More comfortable travel seen with new projects
December 18, 2024
PRESIDENT Marcos is banking on five new infrastructure projects in Central Visayas and Northern Mindanao to deliver more comfortable travel and boost economic activity.
Legislator seeks probe on drivers shouldering SC, PWD discounts
December 18, 2024
A LAWMAKER has filed a resolution urging a legislative inquiry into the alleged improper implementation of senior citizen and persons with disabilities (PWD) discounts by ride-hailing and food delivery companies.
Ilocos-Abra irrigation project’s new design to benefit three provinces
December 18, 2024
THE National Economic and Development Authority Board approved on Tuesday the revised design of the Ilocos Norte-Ilocos Sur-Abra Irrigation Project (Inisaip), addressing concerns over its previous plans.
BI: 8,000 foreign Pogo workers still in PHL
December 18, 2024
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Wednesday said around 8,000 individuals previously employed by Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos) have yet to comply with the government-mandated deadline to voluntarily leave the country by the end of the year.
Bronwlee fuels Barangay Ginebra in holding off gritty Terrafirma for bounce back win
December 18, 2024
Justin Brownlee made sure his shots were on point this time around, powering Barangay Ginebra to a 114-98 win over Terrafirma.
Almost 6,000 blood bags collected from GMA Kapuso Foundation’s bloodletting activities
December 18, 2024
Almost 6,000 blood bags were collected by GMA Kapuso Foundation through its various Sagip-Dugtong Buhay Bloodletting Projects nationwide.
Quad Comm: File criminal raps vs Rodrigo Duterte, allies over incentivized drug war and EJKs
December 18, 2024
The House Quad Committee recommended on Wednesday, December 18, the filing of crimes against humanity charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte and his allies for his war on drugs and its alleged incentivized extrajudicial killings.
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