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DENR on Di Caprio's call to protect Masungi: No one is exempt from law
July 4, 2024, 9:58 pm
MANILA – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Thursday maintained that the Masungi Georeserve Foundation Inc. (MGFI) and the operation of the resort venues inside the protected area are non-compliant with Philippine laws. In an official statement issued on Thursday in… Read More
DOJ: Almost 12K PDLs freed, jail congestion rate down to 239%
July 4, 2024, 9:55 pm
MANILA – The release of nearly 12,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) resulted in a significant decrease in the congestion rate of the country's prison facilities, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said Thursday. This is a result of the Marcos administration's sweeping reforms in the justice… Read More
DOLE: EODB, strong ties with private sector to 'future proof' PH jobs
July 4, 2024, 9:45 pm
MANILA – Strengthening linkages with the private sector and ensuring the ease of doing business (EODB) are the key steps in "future-proofing" the country's job market against modern challenges, Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said Thursday. During the Pre-SONA (State of the Nation Address)… Read More
Thailand conveys support for peaceful solutions in SCS
July 4, 2024, 9:43 pm
MANILA – The Thai government on Thursday called for “dialogue and diplomacy” in the South China Sea (SCS) disputes amid rising tensions over the recent increase in Chinese activities in waters falling within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ). During a bilateral meeting with… Read More
House leader backs longer-term land lease to foreigners
July 4, 2024, 8:55 pm
MANILA – The chairperson of the House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee on Thursday expressed support for the proposal allowing the long-term lease of land to foreigners. In a statement, committee chair, Albay Rep. Joey Salceda, said he believes there should be no limits to the right… Read More
DA: TRO on EO 62 may cause delay in imports, lowering retail rice
July 4, 2024, 8:40 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Thursday said an issuance of a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the implementation of Executive Order (EO) 62 might cause delays both in the importation of rice and the expected lowering of retail rice prices in local markets. The DA made… Read More
QC trike drivers’ income rises after LTO’s anti-‘colorum’ campaign
July 4, 2024, 8:22 pm
MANILA – The income of tricycle drivers in Quezon City has increased as a result of the government’s anti-“colorum” and “no plate, no travel” campaign in the city, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said Thursday. In a statement, LTO Chief, Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II said… Read More
Thai FM praises PH economic performance under Marcos admin
July 4, 2024, 8:06 pm
MANILA – Visiting Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa has praised the country’s economic performance under the Marcos administration and conveyed the growing interest among Thai firms in expanding investments in the country. The official made the statement during his bilateral meeting… Read More
Romualdez: Lab for All project makes healthcare accessible to poor
July 4, 2024, 7:40 pm Updated on July 4, 2024, 7:43 pm
MANILA – Speaker Martin Romualdez on Thursday lauded First Lady Louise "Liza" Araneta-Marcos' "Lab for All" project for making healthcare more accessible to the poor, especially those in the provinces. During the launch of the "Lab for All" caravan in Tacloban City, Romualdez said the First… Read More
ASF vax available soon in PH – DA
July 4, 2024, 7:35 pm
MANILA – Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said Thursday the country would soon have access to vaccines against African swine fever (ASF). “Malapit nang lumabas ‘yung approval sa vaccine for the swine (The approval of the vaccine for swine will be released… Read More
Lawmaker wants age restriction in anti-trafficking law amended
July 4, 2024, 7:04 pm
MANILA – OFW Party-list Rep. Marissa “Del Mar” Magsino said Thursday she filed House Bill (HB) 10579 seeking to amend the provision of Republic Act (RA) 11862 or the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022 on the term classifying “underage” workers. Magsino said to be consistent… Read More
DA to launch P29 rice program trial in 10 NCR, Bulacan sites
July 4, 2024, 6:59 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) said Thursday it would launch its large-scale trial for the P29 Program in 10 select sites in Metro Manila and Bulacan starting Friday. The P29 Project refers to the subsidized sale of the National Food Authority's (NFA) aging stock rice at PHP29 per… Read More
PBBM lauds Gilas for historic win vs. Latvia
July 4, 2024, 5:49 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. commended Gilas Pilipinas for its victory against powerhouse Latvia in the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OQT) early Thursday. In a social media post, Marcos joined Filipinos in celebrating the national team’s historic win, the first against… Read More
PNP internal affairs body warns vs. poseur agents
July 4, 2024, 5:13 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police - Internal Affairs Service (PNP-IAS) on Thursday warned the public against individuals posing as its agents to extort money as part of their "protection racket." IAS inspector general Brigido Dulay issued the warning following reports that certain… Read More
'We act based on evidence', DOJ exec says on POGO allegations
July 4, 2024, 5:10 pm
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday said it would fairly evaluate the cases involving figures linked to illegal Philippine Online Gaming Operators (POGO) and would act based on available evidence. In a media interview, DOJ spokesperson Assistant Secretary Mico Clavano said they… Read More
US Coast Guard trains OTS personnel on port security
July 4, 2024, 5:01 pm
MANILA – The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) and its security officers participated in the “Port Security Management Workshop” hosted by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to boost port security. In a statement on Thursday, Transport Security Accreditation and Training Management… Read More
Marcos distributes over P136-M cash aid in E. Visayas
July 4, 2024, 4:54 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday led the distribution of over PHP136-million cash assistance to farmers and fishermen affected by the El Niño phenomenon in Eastern Visayas. Marcos led the distribution of government assistance in two separate programs in Calbayog City,… Read More
Social protection among top priorities in PBBM-approved 2025 NEP
July 4, 2024, 4:54 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will continue to fulfill its mandate to develop, implement and coordinate social protection and poverty-reduction solutions for the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged, a senior official of the agency said on Thursday. DSWD… Read More
Report scam SMS via eGov app: CICC
July 4, 2024, 4:40 pm
MANILA – The Cybercrime Investigation Coordinating Center (CICC) and Scam Watch Pilipinas on Thursday called on the public to report SMS scams and other suspicious messages through the eGov mobile app. In a statement, CICC Executive Director, Undersecretary Alexander Ramos, said the public can… Read More
Thailand PM to visit PH this year: foreign minister
July 4, 2024, 4:14 pm
MANILA – Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is expected to visit the Philippines within the year, his foreign minister announced Thursday. In a press conference in Makati City, visiting Thai Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa said the two governments are now preparing for his trip, which… Read More
