Leila de Lima allowed to post bail, says lawyer
November 13, 2023
A Muntinlupa court on Monday allowed former Senator Leila De Lima to post bail in her remaining drug case, almost seven years after she was first detained.
NICA: Permanent ban on POGOs will lower human trafficking, other crimes in PH
November 13, 2023
Permanent closure of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) will reduce the cases of human trafficking, kidnapping, and other related illegal activities in the country, the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA) said Monday.
Pimentel asks SC to look into ‘phenomenon’ of judges inhibiting from cases
November 13, 2023
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Monday urged the Supreme Court (SC) to look into the “phenomenon” of judges inhibiting themselves from cases.
Kidnapping, illegal detention raps filed vs. suspects in Catherine Camilon’s disappearance
November 13, 2023
Kidnapping and serious illegal detention complaints have been filed against four suspects in the disappearance of beauty queen Catherine Camilon, police said on Monday.
Manny Pacquiao urges Eumir Marcial to have one fight in Manila before Paris
November 13, 2023
Retired eight-division world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao personally congratulated Paris Olympic-bound fighter Eumir Felix Marcial for winning a silver medal in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. Not only did Marcial become the first Filipino boxer to qualify for the Paris Games after reaching the Asiad final—an Olympic continental qualifier, but the 28-year-old boxer […]
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CJ Perez, Jayson Castro to be feted in PBAPC Awards Night
November 13, 2023
CJ Perez and the venerable Jayson Castro are at the forefront of the initial group of players set to be honored at the upcoming PBA Press Corps Awards Night for Season 47. Perez, representing San Miguel, is the recipient of the Scoring Champion award, while Castro, a pillar of TNT, will be bestowed with the […]
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LPA outside PAR develops into tropical depression
November 13, 2023
A Low Pressure Area (LPA) located east of southeastern Mindanao, which is still outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, has developed into a tropical depression, PAGASA said Monday.
LPA outside PAR develops into tropical depression
November 13, 2023
Here is PAGASA's initial forecast, released on Monday, November 13, for a newly formed tropical depression outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility
LPA outside PAR intensifies into tropical depression
November 13, 2023
A low pressure area outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility has intensified into a tropical depression, state weather bureau PAGASA reported Monday.
LPA off Mindanao may become cyclone on Monday or Tuesday
November 13, 2023
A low pressure area outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility may develop into a tropical depression Monday or Tuesday, according to the state weather bureau.
LIVE updates: Mayon Volcano restiveness
November 13, 2023
Here are the latest updates on the volcano's activity and related events.
Sto. Tomas, Batangas Unity Boodlefight: A thanksgiving for a peaceful and fast barangay election
November 13, 2023
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On Nov. 8, 2023, candidates of the recently concluded Barangay Election filled the ...
AstraZeneca & AC Health’s Healthway Medical Network join forces to combat cancer
November 13, 2023
MANILA – AstraZeneca Philippines and Healthway Medical Network have entered a memorandum of understanding to improve accessibility and availability of medicines for treatment and management of Filipino cancer patients.
Big rewards come from Cleanfuel’s New Rewards app
November 13, 2023
MANILA – CLEANFUEL, the purveyor of Quality Fuel for Less, today announced the launch of its NEW mobile app—the Cleanfuel Rewards App—designed for Filipino motorists that will allow its members to conveniently access inclusive perks from loyalty rewar...
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.