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PBBM cites need for PH-US FTA, urges US Congress to hasten GSP renewal
April 13, 2024, 1:27 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday (PH time) pushed for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and the United States to achieve economic transformation and open more job opportunities. There is a demand from both the US and the Philippines’ private… Read More
Marcos: PH cannot be complacent despite ‘intensified’ US ties
April 13, 2024, 12:21 pm
MANILA – The country cannot afford to be complacent despite its “increased and intensified” defense and security relations with the United States (US), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Saturday (Manila time).While Marcos acknowledged the remarkable progress in the Philippines’ and… Read More
Google vows to improve PH cybersecurity, promote responsible tech use
April 13, 2024, 9:52 am
MANILA – Multinational Internet service giant Google has pledged to strengthen cybersecurity, help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and promote the responsible use of digital technology in the Philippines. The commitment was made when President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. met with… Read More
PBBM sees sustained peace, stability in SCS via PH-US-Japan alliance
April 13, 2024, 9:12 am Updated on April 13, 2024, 4:22 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed optimism on Saturday (Manila time) that the Philippines’ trilateral alliance with the United States (US) and Japan would usher in sustained peace and stability in the South China Sea (SCS). During his meeting with US Defense Secretary Lloyd… Read More
Dangerous heat index forecast in 9 areas
April 13, 2024, 6:56 am
MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned of dangerous heat index levels in nine areas across the country on Saturday. Based on the weather bureau’s 5 p.m. forecast on Friday, the following areas may have a heat index ranging from… Read More
CICC, Singapore strengthen ties on cybersecurity
April 12, 2024, 10:02 pm
MANILA – The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and Singapore have strengthened bilateral ties on cybersecurity at a forum held between students and government officials at the National Cybercrime Hub (NCH) in Bonifacio Global City on Wednesday. In a statement on Friday,… Read More
DOTr approves higher penalties for erring car dealers, importers
April 12, 2024, 7:34 pm
MANILA – Vehicle dealerships and importers will soon face higher penalties for fraudulent vehicle registration following an amendment of an administrative order by the Land Transportation Office (LTO). In a statement on Friday, LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza said the amendment,… Read More
DSWD, UNICEF sign pact for more effective disaster response
April 12, 2024, 7:19 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Thursday signed a memorandum of agreement with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) aimed at strengthening the government’s capacity to deliver effective social protection during emergencies and disasters. In a press… Read More
Let LGUs, schools decide on extreme heat protocols – PAGASA
April 12, 2024, 7:07 pm
MANILA – The state weather bureau on Friday recommended that local government units and school officials have the final say in issuing extreme heat protocols. "At the moment, our recommendation is that the recipients of heat-related information provided by PAGASA (e.g., the local government… Read More
DA assures aid for Mindoro onion farmers as farm-gate price drops
April 12, 2024, 6:39 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday assured aid delivery to onion farmers as onion farm-gate prices plummeted in Oriental Mindoro. Its remarks came after several onion farmers complained of oversupply, which the department attributed to the additional 40 percent of land area in… Read More
DepEd: Asynchronous classes on April 15-16 in all public schools
April 12, 2024, 6:32 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) announced Friday the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public schools from April 15 to 16. "In order to allow learners to complete pending assignments, projects, and other requirements as the end of the school year is fast approaching, all… Read More
Expert: PH, US, Japan trilateral a ‘strategic’ boon to WPS status quo
April 12, 2024, 6:21 pm
MANILA – The Philippines, Japan and the United States’ agreement to advance trilateral cooperation, including on defense and security, would help maintain the status quo in the West Philippine Sea, an international studies expert said Friday. At the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, Pacific… Read More
Sandigan junks former mayor’s motion to dismiss 'pork' misuse raps
April 12, 2024, 5:11 pm
MANILA – The Sandiganbayan has denied the motion to dismiss filed by a former Camarines Norte mayor charged with irregularities in the implementation of programs funded by the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) more than a decade ago. The anti-graft court's Seventh Division denied for… Read More
Manila to follow NCR LGUs' adjusted work hours starting May 2
April 12, 2024, 4:52 pm
MANILA – The Manila City government would follow the adjusted work schedule for local government employees in the National Capital Region (NCR) to help ease traffic congestion in the region. In a social media post Friday, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan said the city will adopt the 7 a.m. to 4… Read More
PH Navy test-fires new non-line of sight missile system
April 12, 2024, 4:50 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Navy (PN) has validated the precision strike capability of the newly installed Israeli-made Spike NLOS (non-line of sight) missile system fitted aboard one of its fast attack interdiction craft (FAIC) platforms. The NLOS missile system accurately hit the target at least… Read More
8 NPA rebels yield in Central Luzon
April 12, 2024, 4:13 pm
MANILA – Eight communist rebels have surrendered to police units in Central Luzon, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 3 reported on Friday. In a statement, PRO 3 director Brig. Gen. Jose Hidalgo Jr. said the former rebels surrendered during the period April 4 to 11 and pledged allegiance to the… Read More
PH, US, Japan eye expanded cooperation on clean energy
April 12, 2024, 3:43 pm
MANILA – The Philippines, the United States and Japan on Friday (Manila time) expressed intent to advance their trilateral cooperation on clean energy. The commitment was made during the historic trilateral summit of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime… Read More
BI nabs S. Korean wanted for fake money trading
April 12, 2024, 3:39 pm
MANILA – Immigration authorities arrested a South Korean national wanted in his home country for a string of criminal cases due to alleged involvement in counterfeit currency trading worth over 30 million Korean won (around PHP1.2 billion). In a statement Friday, the Bureau of Immigration (BI)… Read More
DA to roll out fuel subsidy for farmers, fishers amid oil price hike
April 12, 2024, 3:37 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) said Friday it is set to roll out fuel subsidies to farmers and fishers affected by soaring oil prices. During the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, DA Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa said the program entails PHP3,000 worth of aid per beneficiary.… Read More
PH, US, Japan ‘seriously’ concerned over China’s dangerous acts in SCS
April 12, 2024, 3:29 pm
MANILA – The Philippines, the United States, and Japan on Friday expressed their serious concerns over China’s "dangerous and aggressive behavior” in the South China Sea (SCS). In a joint statement issued after their trilateral meeting at the White House in Washington DC, President Ferdinand… Read More
