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PBBM orders speedy dev’t of e-vehicle industry
April 30, 2024, 4:45 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. directed the Department of Energy (DOE) and other relevant government agencies to expedite the implementation of action plans and strategies to develop the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Marcos issued the directive in a sectoral meeting at Malacañang… Read More
DOLE: Cash, livelihood aid await workers on Labor Day
April 30, 2024, 4:24 pm
MANILA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will provide cash and livelihood assistance to workers on Labor Day, aside from employment opportunities to jobseekers. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing Tuesday, Labor Undersecretary Benjo Benavidez said Wednesday's observance of the… Read More
PH Navy: 3 Chinese research ships spotted off Ayungin Shoal
April 30, 2024, 4:16 pm
MANILA – Three Chinese research vessels were detected within the vicinity of the Ayungin Shoal, a ranking Philippine Navy (PN) official said Tuesday. In a press briefing, PN spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Roy Vincent Trinidad said these vessels were detected on Monday, adding… Read More
PNP sees no risk in integration of ex-MILF, MNLF rebels into ranks
April 30, 2024, 4:15 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it does not see any security risk arising from the integration of former members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) into the police force. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said the… Read More
DOJ witness protection program posts 95% success rate in 2023
April 30, 2024, 2:56 pm
MANILA – The government’s program for protecting state witnesses crucial in prosecuting criminal cases has exceeded its performance target for 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said Tuesday. In a statement, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said the DOJ’s Witness Protection,… Read More
NFA, group: Subsidized rice in markets good option for consumers
April 30, 2024, 2:52 pm
MANILA – The National Food Authority (NFA) and a consumer group on Tuesday said the availability of subsidized rice in local markets shall serve as a beneficial option for consumers. This came shortly after the House of Representatives reviewed the implementation of Republic Act (RA) 11203 or… Read More
Senator lauds LTFRB's move to ease initial requirements for PUVMP
April 30, 2024, 2:52 pm
MANILA – Senator Francis Tolentino on Tuesday lauded the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for giving drivers and operators a big “breathing room” as the deadline for the consolidation of public utility vehicles (PUVs) had ended. During his regular radio program in… Read More
PCG, BFAR vessels blocked by Chinese ships anew
April 30, 2024, 2:37 pm
MANILA – At least 10 Chinese vessels again performed "dangerous" maneuvering, blocking and water cannoning two Philippine government vessels on maritime patrol in Bajo de Masinloc on Monday. In a statement Tuesday, National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) spokesperson,… Read More
Senate panel tackles preservation, enhancement of PH culture, heritage
April 30, 2024, 12:19 pm
MANILA – The Senate Committee on Culture and Arts chaired by Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda on Tuesday opened discussions on 32 bills seeking to establish key cultural institutions, declare national heritage zones, and safeguard diverse traditions, languages, arts, and practices that… Read More
Saudi begins compliance evaluation for PH seaman certifications
April 30, 2024, 12:04 pm
MANILA – A delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has begun the evaluation of the Philippines’ system of maritime education, training, and certification compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). In a… Read More
OVP cautions public vs. groups claiming links to VP Sara
April 30, 2024, 11:39 am
MANILA – The Office of the Vice President (OVP) urged the public to be more vigilant as it flagged groups misrepresenting and linking their affairs to Vice President Sara Duterte or her office. "Binabalaan ng Office of the Vice President ang publiko laban sa mga tao o grupo na ginagamit ang… Read More
Lawmaker urges DPWH, MMDA to ensure public infra ready for La Niña
April 30, 2024, 11:18 am
MANILA – Senator Ramon Revilla Jr. on Tuesday called on the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to adequately prepare for the impending La Niña season, expected to bring heavier rainfall than usual. In a statement, Revilla emphasized… Read More
Teodoro hails Japan's strong support of AFP modernization
April 30, 2024, 11:06 am
MANILA – Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has thanked Japan for its strong support of the ongoing Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program. Teodoro made the remark in his meeting with Japanese State Minister of Defense Oniki Makoto at the DND… Read More
PH, US, France conclude 1st 'Balikatan' multilateral maritime drill
April 30, 2024, 10:26 am
MANILA – The first "multilateral maritime exercise" between the Philippines, United States, and France for this year's "Balikatan" exercises successfully ended on Monday, with all four participating vessels able to complete the activity without any untoward incident. "The first iteration of the… Read More
PBBM to innovators: Harness power of science, tech to aid PH dev’t
April 30, 2024, 9:29 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called on Filipino innovators to maximize the “transformative power” of science and technology as part of their contribution to the country’s development. In a speech delivered by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Monday for the… Read More
39 areas under 'danger level' heat indices
April 30, 2024, 7:39 am
MANILA – At least 39 areas across the country are forecast to experience danger level heat indices on Tuesday, the weather bureau said. The highest is at 49°C in Dagupan City, Pangasinan while a 47°C heat index is forecast in Aparri, Cagayan, and 46°C in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan. Heat indices… Read More
PBBM feted for efforts to boost intellectual property protection
April 29, 2024, 10:20 pm
MANILA – The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) on Monday feted President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for his efforts in promoting innovation and advancing intellectual property protection. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin received the First IP Champion Award on behalf of the… Read More
Marcos confident military can secure historic Bangsamoro polls
April 29, 2024, 9:33 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday expressed optimism that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) can secure peace and order for the May 2025 Bangsamoro parliamentary elections. In his visit to the 6th Infantry Division in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, Marcos said the… Read More
Gov’t closely monitoring power woes
April 29, 2024, 9:22 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday said he has instructed concerned government agencies to closely monitor the power situation amid the successive red and yellow alerts of power grids. Marcos said the power supply problems in the country is not artificial, noting that power… Read More
Senate ready to approve 20 priority bills before sine die
April 29, 2024, 9:18 pm
MANILA – Senators are optimistic they will be able to pass 20 priority bills listed under the Common Legislative Agenda of the Legislative Executive Development Advisory Council (CLA-LEDAC) with only 11 session days before the Second Regular Session of the 19th Congress ends on May 24, 2024. In… Read More
