Good news for Pakil, Laguna senior citizens
November 13, 2023
Pakil, Laguna Mayor Vincent L. Soriano recently announced the passage of Municipal Ordinance No. 2023-0187—the Local Social Pension Program for senior citizens of the town.
Shear line, Amihan to bring rains over parts of Luzon
November 13, 2023
The shear line and the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) will affect Luzon on Monday and will bring rains over several areas, PAGASA said in its forecast.
For mulcting Taiwan-bound Pinoy scholars: Punish errant recruiters — Bello
November 13, 2023
The Manila Economic and Cultural Office has asked law enforcement agencies to go after a placement operator based in Manila for mulcting young students bound for Taipei under the Taiwan government’s scholarship program.
10-month rice tariffs hit ₱23B, new record high
November 13, 2023
THE state’s rice tariff collection from January to October has reached nearly P23 billion—a new record high—as higher global grain prices offset the drop in import volume, Bureau of Customs (BOC) data showed.
PHL picks negotiators for trade pillar of IPEF accord
November 13, 2023
THE Philippines has chosen its negotiators to champion the country’s interests under the trade pillar of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF).
9-month debt service up by ₱510B to ₱1.4T
November 13, 2023
THE state’s debt service from January to September rose by over P500 billion to P1.4 trillion as the national government paid more interest payments and amortization, according to the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr).
PHL could earn 200% more in tourism dollars–WTM
November 13, 2023
THE Philippines will finally join the ranks of high-growth tourism economies in the Asia-Pacific region that will be receiving an avalanche of inbound visitor receipts by 2033.
‘PPA fee hikes must undergo EODB-mandated assessment’
November 13, 2023
ANY fee increase that the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) intends to impose must go through a regulatory impact assessment (RIA) required under the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Law, according to local exporters.
U.S. renews vows to defend PHL after latest sea chase
November 13, 2023
ABOARD THE BRP CABRA (AP) — As a US Navy surveillance plane flew in circles, keeping a close watch, dozens of Chinese coast guard and accompanying ships chased and encircled Philippine vessels in the latest confrontation in one of the most dangerous f...
‘Pogo cost-benefit analysis has PHL losing ₱14B, plus reputational risk’
November 13, 2023
A COST-BENEFIT analysis by government economists has put the estimated loss to the republic from the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogo) at over P14 billion, defeating the argument of its economic value while worsening reputational...
SC rules on Building Code issue among architects, engineers
November 13, 2023
THE Supreme Court (SC) has reinstated the ruling issued by a Manila trial court which affirmed the constitutionality of a provision in the revised implementing rules and regulations (RIRR) of the National Building Code (NBC) limiting to registered and...
Fishers submit ‘climate action’ agenda to UN Special Rapporteur
November 13, 2023
THE Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya), a nationwide organization of small fishermen and fisherfolk organizations, has recently met with United Nations Special Rapporteur Iam Fry and submitted a list of climate action ...
Bong Go bats for continuous support for healthcare workers
November 13, 2023
SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, has emphasized the critical need for ample government support for Filipino healthcare workers. He reminded the Department of Budget and Management, Department...
Marcos guarantees justice for slain radio broadcaster
November 13, 2023
LAW enforcement agencies are “exerting all efforts” to bring justice by apprehending those behind the fatal shooting of a radio broadcaster last November 5, assured President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to the victim’s family last Sunday.
21 candidates disqualified for breaking election rules
November 13, 2023
THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced it disqualified 21 candidates in the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) for premature campaigning and vote-buying.
Indigent Moro children get free birth certificates
November 13, 2023
DAVAO CITY—Another group of 300 children from poor families in the Bangsamoro region would get their legal status that have been deprived of many Moro residents of previous generation.
Experts call for reforms to stop trade distortions
November 13, 2023
UNILATERAL decisions made by countries that distort trade highlight the need to reform World Trade Organization (WTO) rules and procedures, according to trade experts from the European University Institute (EUI) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
DPWH completes road, flood control projects
November 13, 2023
THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said on Sunday it has successfully completed road improvement and flood control projects in the municipalities of Dipaculao and Maria Aurora in Aurora, totaling P78.4 million in cost.
Foresters eye increased wood production
November 13, 2023
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT—Professional foresters in the country mapped out strategies to increase the production of forest products in the country and attain wood and non-timber self-sufficiency during a 5-day convention here that brought together some 3,000...
DENR eyes strict producer responsibility compliance
November 13, 2023
THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is pushing for strict compliance with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act and is calling on “obliged companies” to register under the program.
SEC raises alarm bell vs biggest scammers group
November 13, 2023
DAVAO CITY—The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued an advisory against 31 business entities who engaged in unauthorized offer of franchise or solicitation of investments in one of the biggest group to engage in unauthorized investment ...
Officials: New rules unfetter MIF from ‘undue influence’
November 13, 2023
LAWMAKERS and economic managers assured the public that the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) would remain “independent” from “undue influence” following the revision of the state’s sovereign investment fund’s rules and regulations.
The power of data literacy
November 13, 2023
FOR quite some time now, data and its usage have been a major concern, attracting considerable attention across all sectors and industries. In today’s landscape, a vast majority of companies are actively engaged in collecting and dealing with an incre...
Citystate Savings Bank opens Naga Branch Lite Unit
November 13, 2023
THE Citystate Savings Bank (CSBank) inaugurated its Naga Branch Lite Unit, marking a significant milestone as its 33rd branch in its network, and the first in the Bicol Region. The opening ceremony was held on November 10, 2023.
After pandemic, some Filipino-Americans struggle with debts of $38k on average
November 13, 2023
MANY Filipino-Americans (Fil-Ams) living in the United States are struggling financially this year, with outstanding unsecured debts averaging around $38,000 (P2.1 million), a Fil-Am debt relief financial expert said.
Trillanes accuses Duterte of destabilization, coup plot vs Marcos
November 13, 2023
Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV has accused former president Rodrigo Duterte of supporting efforts to destabilize and stage a coup against the Marcos administration.
Farmers’ groups want Laurel to reform Department of Agriculture
November 13, 2023
Farmers’ groups will recommend overhauling the Department of Agriculture as newly appointed Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. is scheduled to meet today with stakeholders and lawmakers in a hotel in Taguig City.
Senator: Recall Philippines envoy to China
November 13, 2023
After the sixth attack of the China Coast Guard on Philippine vessels on a resupply mission in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), a senator is recommending to the executive department the recall of the Philippine ambassador to China as a “high level of con...
Why Apple’s Find My Says Your Stuff Is Lost When It’s Not
November 12, 2023
The tracking service for AirTags, iPhones and more can turn peace of mind into panic with false alarms. Tweaking some settings can help.
Spikers Turf: Ronquillo, Kampton return as DLSU-Ecooil outlasts San Beda in 5-set thriller
November 12, 2023
La Salle-EcoOil dodged a bullet after turning back MKA-San Beda in a thrilling five-set affair, 25-18, 25-22, 22-25, 21-25, 22-20, to remain unbeaten in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena, Sunday night. The Green Oilers, after taking the first and second sets, struggled in the next two before eventually scoring a massive […]
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Tyler Bey finds brotherhood in Magnolia: ‘They’re like family since college’
November 12, 2023
ANTIPOLO – Tyler Bey arriving months before the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup has surely done wonders for Magnolia with how they have been playing thus far. The Hotshots on Sunday night took down Phoenix Super LPG for their second win in as many games, and the 25-year-old credited the chemistry that they have built […]
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PBA: Magnolia sends Phoenix crashing back down to earth for share of early lead
November 12, 2023
NTIPOLO – Magnolia found its footing after the break and never looked back in the way to dealing Phoenix Super LPG a 107-92 beatdown to stay perfect in the PBA Season 48 Commissioner’s Cup, Sunday night at the Ynares Center here. The Hotshots began to seize control of the match in the third after a […]
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Indonesian peacekeeper wins UN Woman Police Officer of the year award
November 12, 2023
Police First Sergeant Renita Rismayanti of Indonesia, who serves with the UN peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), has been named this year’s winner of the prestigious Woman Police Officer of the Year Award.
Gaza: UN agencies make plea for international action to end hospital attacks
November 12, 2023
UN agencies issued an urgent call for international action on Sunday to end the ongoing attacks on hospitals, as Israeli forces battle Palestinian militants in the heart of the Gaza Strip.
Sean Quitevis reinforces to Ateneo that they are in ‘survival mode’
November 12, 2023
Ateneo de Manila University is now in the driver’s seat in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Final Four race after they held on to a 62-58 win over Adamson University. Ateneo was barely hanging by a thread with 1:23 left on the game clock as Adamson’s Matthew Montebon converted a three-point shot to bring […]
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Veteran journalist Rina Jimenez-David passes away
November 12, 2023
Veteran journo Rina Jimenez-David passes away.
Romualdez defends amendments to Maharlika Fund IRR
November 12, 2023
Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez over the weekend welcomed the revised implementing rules and regulations of the Maharlika Investment Fund.
Decoding the sweet distinction between jam and jelly
November 12, 2023
Jam and jelly are both fruit-based spreads used as condiments for various culinary purposes. While they share many similarities, there are distinct differences between the two.