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MMDA to assist PWDs through steep ramp in EDSA Philam Station
July 18, 2024, 9:21 pm
MANILA – Persons with disability (PWD) will be assisted by personnel of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) when they pass through the Philam Station of the EDSA Busway, a new PWD ramp that became controversial due to its steep angle. In a statement on Facebook on Wednesday, the… Read More
Comelec to regulate use of AI in 2025 polls campaign
July 18, 2024, 9:12 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is set to come out with guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to promote the candidates in the May 2025 National and Local Elections (NLE), a poll body official said on Thursday. Comelec chairperson George Garcia made this remark as… Read More
Balagtas railway station now 95% complete
July 18, 2024, 9:04 pm
MANILA – The Balagtas Station of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) in Bulacan province is nearing completion, with 95 percent of the infrastructure already built. During a site inspection of the project on Thursday, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista highlighted… Read More
PH asserts claim to ECS; stands ready for talks with Vietnam
July 18, 2024, 8:19 pm
MANILA – The Philippine government on Thursday affirmed its claim to its extended continental shelf (ECS) in the Western Palawan Region but reiterated its readiness to talk with Vietnam as the latter makes a new submission to the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf… Read More
DA chief pushes for year-round large-scale trial of P29 rice program
July 18, 2024, 8:17 pm
MANILA – Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Thursday pushed for an all year-round large-scale trial of the P29 program, or the sale of aging but good quality rice stocks at PHP29 per kilogram to the vulnerable sector. The vulnerable groups include members of the Pantawid Pamilyang… Read More
Energy transition pushed as PH dependency on coal deemed high
July 18, 2024, 7:59 pm
MANILA – Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday renewed his call for an energy transition as the country’s dependency on coal-fired power has surpassed that of Indonesia and China. "An energy transition measure is necessary as the country gears towards increased use of renewable energy… Read More
DSWD gives package of services to ex-rebels, other extremist groups
July 18, 2024, 7:55 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), together with the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), continues to intensify its efforts to provide more opportunities to sustain the reintegration of former rebels (FR) into society, a… Read More
VP Sara: I will no longer serve in another cabinet post
July 18, 2024, 6:04 pm Updated on July 18, 2024, 9:39 pm
MANILA – Vice President Sara Duterte said Thursday she’s not planning to accept another cabinet function after her resignation as secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd). "Hindi na ako magse-serve in another cabinet post sa (I will no longer serve in another cabinet post) under… Read More
MMDA, DBM begin Plaza Azul redevelopment into green park
July 18, 2024, 5:32 pm
MANILA – Construction works have started for the redevelopment of Plaza Azul in Pandacan, Manila into an event and wellness park complete with green infrastructures as part of the "Green Green Green" program of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Department of Budget and… Read More
PH-Singapore Friendship Week highlights strong bilateral relations
July 18, 2024, 4:26 pm
MANILA – The Department Of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Thursday thanked the Singaporean government for promoting the protection of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Singapore as both nations celebrate Friendship Week. In his speech during the opening of the celebration which will run from July 18… Read More
NBI presents hackers behind gov't website attacks
July 18, 2024, 4:02 pm
MANILA – Government investigators on Thursday presented three persons behind a series of cyberattacks on government online resources, including the Philippine Navy's database. In a press conference, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said the three, identified by their internet handles… Read More
Palawan, Marinduque farmers, fisherfolk get almost P1-B aid
July 18, 2024, 4:00 pm
MANILA – Around PHP952.660-million financial assistance, services, loan assistance, and subsidies were given to farmers and fisherfolk affected by the El Niño phenomenon in Palawan and Marinduque. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the distribution of various government assistance in a… Read More
DBM okays creation of 178 new public attorney posts
July 18, 2024, 3:26 pm
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the creation of 178 new Public Attorney (PA) positions across the country to improve access to justice and the delivery of legal services to the people. Some 56 PA II and 122 PA I positions have been created at the Public… Read More
BI to deport S. Korean wanted for telecom fraud
July 18, 2024, 3:11 pm
MANILA – A South Korean fugitive wanted in his homeland for telecommunications fraud is now awaiting deportation, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Thursday. In a news release, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said Lee Seul Ki, 37, was arrested by virtue of a mission order at the… Read More
SSS warns public vs. fake text alerts
July 18, 2024, 3:08 pm
MANILA – The Social Security System (SSS) on Thursday warned the public against text providing claims updates. Normita Doctor, SSS Senior Vice President for Member Services and Support Group, said the agency has been receiving reports from members who get text alerts, instructing them to click a… Read More
PNP ready to secure Gatchalian vs. threats over POGO probe
July 18, 2024, 2:54 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday said it is ready to secure Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, who is leading the probe into illegal activities of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs). In a radio interview, PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said Gatchalian has sought… Read More
Most Pinoys believe gov't efforts on WPS issues enough
July 18, 2024, 2:26 pm
MANILA – Majority of Filipinos believe that the Philippine government's actions on some issues in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) are sufficient, the Stratbase ADR Institute said on Thursday. This was based on the results of the Social Weather Station survey commissioned by the think tank, which… Read More
PBBM calls off attendance in Romblon event due to bad weather
July 18, 2024, 2:00 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. was forced to skip the distribution of assistance to farmers, fisherfolk, and families affected by El Niño in Odiongan, Romblon on Thursday due to inclement weather. Marcos was supposed to lead the program for the aid distribution at the Romblon State… Read More
OPAPRU: Basilan arms surrender pact 'milestone' in peace process
July 18, 2024, 1:22 pm
MANILA – The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on Thursday welcomed the recently-signed memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the surrender of light weapons and firearms in Basilan province as a milestone in the country's peace process. In a news… Read More
Marcos: Pag-asa Island airport dev't among priorities
July 18, 2024, 1:15 pm
MANILA – The development of an airport on Pag-asa Island is among the priorities of the government, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Thursday. Speaking at the distribution of assistance to farmers, fisherfolk, and families affected by the dry spell at the Edward S. Hagedorn Coliseum in… Read More
