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PBBM signs laws on real property valuation reform, NIR creation
June 13, 2024, 5:40 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday signed two new laws creating the Negros Island Region (NIR) and reforming real property valuation and assessment in the Philippines. Marcos signed Republic Act (RA) 12000 or the Negros Island Region (NIR) Act, which unifies the provinces of… Read More
3.6M applications processed by Comelec since February
June 13, 2024, 5:33 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Thursday reported that it has processed about 3.6 million applications since the nationwide voter registration began four months ago. Based on Comelec data, 3,642,176 individuals have submitted applications, including first-time voters, as of… Read More
DOTr begins work on NSCR Banlic Depot in Calamba
June 13, 2024, 5:04 pm
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Thursday broke ground for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System’s Banlic Depot in Calamba, Laguna. During the groundbreaking ceremony, DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista said the Banlic Depot signals the “rapid progress” of the… Read More
PAOCC to LGUs: Report potential scam farms, POGO hubs
June 13, 2024, 5:01 pm
MANILA – The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) on Thursday urged local government units to report the possible establishment and operation of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) hubs and scam farms in their areas. "Ako'y nanawagan ulit sa ating mga mayors, sa ating… Read More
PNP assures no return to service for erring cops
June 13, 2024, 4:50 pm
MANILA – Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Thursday assured that police officers involved in illegal activities will not return to the service. In an interview, Marbil said he is not content with merely suspension or demotion for erring officers. “We make… Read More
BI aids ‘disturbed’ Vietnamese woman's departure at NAIA
June 13, 2024, 4:44 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has facilitated the safe departure of a “disturbed” Vietnamese woman back to her country. In a statement Thursday, Commissioner Norman Tansingco said the foreigner, whose identity remained undisclosed as per immigration guidelines, was assisted by BI… Read More
DSWD extends cash aid to families of fishing boat fire survivors
June 13, 2024, 4:36 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has condoled with the families of the casualties in the fishing boat that caught fire after an explosion while traversing Masbate waters on June 5. DSWD spokesperson Irene Dumlao on Thursday said the DSWD Field Office in the Bicol… Read More
Austria funds therapeutic workshops for Filipino sex abuse survivors
June 13, 2024, 4:28 pm
MANILA – The Austrian Embassy in Manila has earmarked PHP316,000 in grant to fund various therapeutic workshops for Filipino sexual abuse and online exploitation victims. Austrian Ambassador to the Philippines Johann Brieger and the Philippine Survivor Network (PSN) signed the grant agreement… Read More
PH condoles with Kuwait over deadly fire that killed 49
June 13, 2024, 3:27 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Embassy in Kuwait extended its condolences to the state of Kuwait after the deadly fire that razed a residential building that also housed several Filipinos, in the Mangaf area, and killed 49, mostly Indian nationals. “The Philippine Embassy conveys its deepest… Read More
Chinese seeking PH visitor visa required to submit social ID
June 13, 2024, 3:09 pm
MANILA – Chinese nationals applying for a Philippine 9 (a) temporary visitor’s visa would have to submit their Chinese Social Insurance Record Certificates, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Thursday. The DFA officially imposed the additional requirement on May 28 for all Chinese… Read More
Active trenches in Indonesia generate quakes that could reach Mindanao
June 13, 2024, 2:35 pm
MANILA – Residents in coastal areas of Southern Mindanao are advised to be always prepared for earthquakes as neighboring Indonesia also has several active trenches, Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) Director Teresito Bacolcol said Thursday. "There are active… Read More
NIA highlights 3 milestones for farmers under PBBM admin
June 13, 2024, 2:06 pm
MANILA – The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has highlighted three milestones benefiting farmers under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. During the Huntahan Media Forum on Wednesday, NIA Administrator Eduardo Guillen said the administration was able to advance its… Read More
Palace bares new PBBM appointees
June 13, 2024, 1:27 pm
MANILA – Malacañang on Thursday released the names of new appointees of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in various government agencies, including the health and foreign affairs departments, and the Office of the President. In a Facebook post, the Presidential Communications Office announced… Read More
Rizal bettor bags P33.5-M Mega Lotto jackpot
June 13, 2024, 12:42 pm
MANILA – A lone bettor from Rizal province bagged the PHP33.5 million jackpot in Wednesday night's Mega Lotto 6/45 draw. In an advisory on Thursday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said the winning combination 07-40-25-08-30-39 carried a total jackpot prize of PHP33,595,070.80.… Read More
Nearly P105-M agri damage reported due to Kanlaon eruption
June 13, 2024, 10:21 am Updated on June 13, 2024, 1:57 pm
MANILA – Damage to agriculture brought by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon in Negros Island has reached over PHP104 million in Regions 6 and 7, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported Thursday. In its latest update, the NDRRMC said the damage is equivalent to… Read More
Easterlies to bring rain showers over parts of Mindanao
June 13, 2024, 8:40 am
MANILA – The easterlies affecting the eastern section of Mindanao will bring rain showers over parts of the island, the weather bureau said Thursday. Scattered rain showers and thunderstorms will prevail over the provinces of Davao Oriental, Davao Occidental, South Cotabato, Sarangani, Sultan… Read More
Marcos: PH to continue defending what our ancestors fought for
June 12, 2024, 8:03 pm Updated on June 12, 2024, 8:08 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged Filipinos to show the world the country's might through their patriotism and unity to defend Philippine territory. “Ang ating mga ninuno ay hindi umurong sa digmaan, kaya’t tayo ay hindi rin tatalikod sa tungkuling ipagtanggol ang… Read More
BOC: PBBM’s 24/7 operation directive ‘very responsive’ to biz needs
June 12, 2024, 7:55 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Wednesday said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s round-the-clock operation directive is “very responsive” to the needs of the business sector. “And, of course, the Bureau of Customs supports this very brilliant idea by the President and his order… Read More
DA bans imported birds, poultry products from Michigan
June 12, 2024, 6:27 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday announced the temporary importation ban on birds and poultry products from Michigan, USA. This came after the US Chief Veterinary Officer to the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) reported the outbreak of the H5N1 subtype of… Read More
DSWD welcomes 4Ps grant expansion
June 12, 2024, 6:17 pm Updated on June 12, 2024, 6:43 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday welcomed President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s approval of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program’s (4Ps) expanded cash grant as “incentive” for poor pregnant and lactating women. In a sectoral meeting in… Read More
