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PBBM OKs inclusion of pregnant, lactating women to 4Ps grant expansion
June 11, 2024, 4:30 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday approved the proposal to expand the coverage of the government‘s conditional cash grants to the poorest and vulnerable sectors, by including pregnant and lactating women to ensure the health of children in their first 1,000 days. During a… Read More
Rice industry stakeholders ready to work with DA to reduce rice prices
June 11, 2024, 4:18 pm
MANILA – Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Tuesday expressed optimism that retail prices of rice will be further reduced with the help of rice industry stakeholders. In a Facebook post, Laurel said he has consulted with various stakeholders over the government’s initiative to… Read More
LTO to implement no release policy for impounded 'colorum' vehicles
June 11, 2024, 4:11 pm
MANILA – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is cracking down against ‘colorum’ or unregistered public utility vehicles (PUV) by enforcing a "no release" policy for impounded PUVs despite payment of fines. Fines reach up to PHP200,000 per van and PHP1 million per bus, according to the… Read More
DND chief: Ditch lies, disinformation vs. PH sovereignty
June 11, 2024, 3:38 pm
MANILA – Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Tuesday called on Filipinos to stand united against misinformation aimed at undermining the country's sovereignty. "Ngayon higit kailanman, ating paigtingin ang pagkakaisa ng sambayanan upang iwaksi at pabulaanan ang… Read More
Pimentel calls for preservation of freedom on Independence Day
June 11, 2024, 3:23 pm
MANILA – Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III on Tuesday enjoined Filipinos to cherish the nation's birth and remember the sacrifices of their ancestors as the country commemorates its 126th Independence Day. "As we celebrate this day, let us also commit ourselves to preserving… Read More
2 cops, civilian cohort nabbed for robbery in QC
June 11, 2024, 3:19 pm
MANILA – Two police officers and a civilian were arrested for allegedly robbing a Quezon City resident whom they accused of being involved in illegal drug activities. In a report on Tuesday, the Quezon City Police District's Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit (QCPD-CIDU) said Staff Sgt.… Read More
Troops aboard BRP Sierra Madre ready to repel 'boarding attacks'
June 11, 2024, 3:01 pm
MANILA – A ranking Philippine Navy (PN) official on Tuesday said military personnel aboard the BRP Sierra Madre (LS-57) in Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) are prepared to respond to any incidents, including the possibility of those who might try to take over the ship. "We all live… Read More
Fate of 4 'kidnap cops' out within 2 months – PNP exec
June 11, 2024, 2:13 pm
MANILA – The fate of the administrative charges against four police officers arrested for the abduction of four foreigners in Pasay City earlier this month would be known within two months. In a media interview Tuesday, Philippine National Police-Internal Affairs Service (PNP-IAS) Inspector… Read More
DPWH: P4.8-M hanging bridge improves access to remote CDO village
June 11, 2024, 2:06 pm
MANILA – Local farmers and members of the Lumad Higaonon Tribe are now benefitting from the hanging steel bridge in a remote area in Cagayan de Oro City which was completed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). In a news release Tuesday, DPWH-10 (Northern Mindanao) director… Read More
Study on possible state workers pay hike done by end-June – DBM
June 11, 2024, 1:47 pm
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Tuesday reported the study on the possible increase in the salaries of government workers is targeted to be completed by the end of June this year. In a statement, the DBM said the Compensation and Benefits Study for salary adjustments of… Read More
DND chief: China's '10-dash line' provoking WPS tensions
June 11, 2024, 1:24 pm
MANILA – Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. maintained that tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) are heightened by China's illegal "10-dash line" claim. Teodoro made the remark on the sidelines of the Swedish National Day celebration and reception for… Read More
PAF Independence Day ride brings aid to Zambales town residents
June 11, 2024, 1:11 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) held a two-day motorcycle ride from Manila to Masinloc town in Zambales province which culminated with the provision of medical services to residents as a way to celebrate the country's 126th Independence Day. In a statement Tuesday, PAF spokesperson Col.… Read More
Another member of notorious 'Luffy' gang deported
June 11, 2024, 12:41 pm
MANILA – Philippine immigration authorities deported on Tuesday a Japanese national who is an alleged member of the notorious "Luffy" gang linked to a string of theft and fraud cases in Japan. In a statement, Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco said 54-year-old Takayuki… Read More
PH hopes for Teves' extradition after 're-arrest' in Timor-Leste
June 11, 2024, 9:51 am Updated on June 11, 2024, 10:04 pm
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday said it remains hopeful that former Negros Oriental congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr. would soon be extradited to the country after he was re-arrested in Timor-Leste. “The department is confident that the extradition proceedings will be… Read More
Palace: OPAPRU chief Galvez to represent PH in global peace summit
June 11, 2024, 9:20 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has tapped Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. to represent the Philippines at the Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland. The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) made the announcement on Tuesday, ahead… Read More
DBM OKs creation of 89 plantilla positions in National Museum
June 11, 2024, 8:32 am
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the request of the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) for organizational and staffing changes, including the creation of 89 additional permanent positions. In a news release Tuesday, the DBM said the approval is in… Read More
PH must prepare amid ‘more worrisome’ external threats – Marcos
June 11, 2024, 8:30 am Updated on June 11, 2024, 10:21 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has emphasized the need for the Philippines to be prepared for “any eventuality” amid what he described as “more pronounced” and “more worrisome” external threats in the region heightened by geopolitical issues, including the flaring… Read More
LPA unlikely to develop into tropical cyclone
June 11, 2024, 8:00 am
MANILA – The low pressure area (LPA) inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility is unlikely to develop into a tropical cyclone, the weather bureau said Tuesday. The LPA was last observed at 145 km. west-northwest of Butuan City in Agusan del Norte. "It has a slim chance of developing into a… Read More
Public enjoined to participate in Independence Day activities
June 10, 2024, 8:57 pm
MANILA – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) on Monday urged the public to be part of the various activities the government has lined up in observance of the country’s 126th Independence Day. "The theme is since last year is 'Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan'. The… Read More
UP Concert Chorus wows The Hague in 126th Independence Day show
June 10, 2024, 8:29 pm
MANILA – Music celebrating peace and justice filled the halls of the Diligentia Theater at the historic Lange Voorhout in The Hague as the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus (UPCC) serenaded some 450 attendees from the Dutch government, diplomatic corps, business, academic and… Read More
