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DBM releases P6-B for fish ports development
March 25, 2024, 2:25 pm
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released PHP6.037 billion to the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) for the implementation of the Fisheries Infrastructure Development Program. In a statement Monday, the DBM said the amount will enable the PFDA to… Read More
CSC lauds female outstanding gov't workers
March 25, 2024, 2:23 pm
MANILA – The Civil Service Commission (CSC) on Monday honored all women who were recognized during the recently concluded Awards Rites for the 2023 Outstanding Government Workers. “As we celebrate Women’s Month, we honor the invaluable contributions of the 20 female civil servants who… Read More
13th Justice Zone opens in Dagupan City
March 25, 2024, 2:10 pm
MANILA – The country's 13th Justice Zone is now operational in Pangasinan province. Located in Dagupan City, it is the sixth under the term of Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo. Justice Zones are established by the Justice Sector Coordinating Council (JSCC) to trim the delay in… Read More
Easterlies to bring rains over E. Visayas, Caraga
March 25, 2024, 8:47 am
MANILA – Eastern Visayas and Caraga will experience scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the easterlies affecting the eastern part of the country, the weather bureau said Monday. Moderate to heavy rains in those areas could result in flash floods or landslides, warned the Philippine… Read More
Name PCG officials behind 36 Chinese recruits, lawmaker demands
March 24, 2024, 7:20 pm
MANILA – A congressman is pushing for an inquiry to identify and hold accountable the officials behind the acceptance at least 36 Chinese nationals as members of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA). Surigao del Norte 2nd District Rep. Robert Ace Barbers said in a news release Sunday that… Read More
PNP, PCG to intensify crackdown vs. ‘colorum’ vessels
March 24, 2024, 5:39 pm
MANILA – Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda jr. on Sunday directed the maritime police to help the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) intensify the crackdown against colorum vessels as millions of passengers are expected in seaports during the Holy Week vacation. Police… Read More
QC hall employee arrested for extortion
March 24, 2024, 4:38 pm
MANILA – An employee of the Quezon City government was arrested for extortion during an entrapment led by Criminal Investigation and Detection Group agents on Saturday night. The male 56-year-old supervisor of the QC Engineering Office was caught receiving marked money amounting to PHP5,000 cash… Read More
Safety precautions can prevent ‘electrical fires’
March 24, 2024, 4:00 pm
MANILA – The Department of Energy (DOE) reminded households of safety precautions to avoid fires and electrical hazards when they leave their homes during the Holy Week. “Before hitting the long drive this Holy Week, we advise our homeowners to inspect their electrical outlets, cords, and… Read More
House determined to make Charter reforms succeed
March 24, 2024, 3:43 pm
MANILA – The growing public support for the amendment of the constitution’s restrictive economic provisions adds to the determination of the House of Representatives to make it succeed. The result of data research firm Tangere's recent survey showed that 52 percent of Filipinos support charter… Read More
BIDA 1st year: 96K suspects, 28K drug-free communities
March 24, 2024, 3:35 pm
MANILA – Law enforcers arrested 95,790 drug suspects and seized PHP21 billion worth of illegal drugs in the first year of the government’s centerpiece anti-illegal drugs program Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan (BIDA). The numbers were the result of 75,831 drug operations nationwide, Department… Read More
Marcos signs 5 new laws
March 24, 2024, 1:47 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed five new laws renaming circumferential and bypass roads, a bridge and a national highway in Central Visayas, Ilocos Region, Northern Mindanao and in the Bicol Region; and creating a new barangay in Surigao del Sur. Under Republic Act No.… Read More
PH-chaired CSW68 concludes with UN members vow to end women poverty
March 24, 2024, 1:31 pm
MANILA – United Nations (UN) member states have pledged to boost financing and institutions to eradicate women’s and girls’ poverty. This as the Philippine-chaired UN Commission on the Status of Women 68th Session (CSW68) concluded the March 11 to 22 session at the UN Secretariat in New… Read More
US slams latest Chinese aggression in WPS, reaffirms commitment to MDT
March 24, 2024, 11:00 am
MANILA – The United States (US) has denounced China for its "dangerous actions" that could destabilize the region and disregard international law after Chinese Coast Guard’s (CCG) water cannon attack that severely damaged a Philippine vessel and injured its crew members during a routine… Read More
PBBM’s Holy Week message: Spread kindness, selflessness
March 24, 2024, 8:57 am
MANILA – As Catholic devotees around the world mark the start of Holy Week this Palm Sunday, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. enjoined Filipinos to reflect and not to lose sight of the true essence of the occasion by spreading kindness and selflessness. “In this solemn occasion, let us not… Read More
Fair weather with isolated rains seen across PH
March 24, 2024, 8:32 am
MANILA – Fair weather with isolated rain showers will prevail over most parts of the country on Sunday, the weather bureau said. In its 24-hour weather forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Eastern Visayas and Caraga will… Read More
PBBM deplores 'horrific' Russia attack, condoles with victims
March 23, 2024, 7:41 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday joined other world leaders in condemning the attack on a concert hall in Russia that killed at least 115 people as of the 7:30 p.m. update. The terrorist group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) owned up to Friday night's armed attack… Read More
Marcos calls for Earth Hour observance, promotes energy security bid
March 23, 2024, 7:02 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday called on the public to participate in Earth Hour, a worldwide initiative that encourages everyone to switch off their lights for an hour. “Ladies and gentlemen, we commemorate once again Earth Hour. Let us highlight the crucial role of… Read More
Filipino crew injured; PH reprimands China over latest harassment
March 23, 2024, 6:35 pm
MANILA – The Philippines rebuked China over its latest acts off Ayungin Shoal that severely damaged a Filipino resupply boat on its way to resupply troops stationed at BRP Sierra Madre on Saturday morning. The crew members of Unaizah May 4 (UM4) were also injured after China Coast Guard (CCG)… Read More
DOH to procure at least 800K vaccine doses to fight pertussis
March 23, 2024, 5:34 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) is procuring at least 800,000 vaccine doses to prevent the further spread of pertussis. “We expect the new batch of vaccines, which is around 800,000 to 1 million to arrive in June. It’s through UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency… Read More
DFA condemns attack in Russia concert hall; says no Filipino hurt
March 23, 2024, 4:16 pm
MANILA – The Philippine government has condemned the mass shooting in a concert hall in Russia that left at least 60 dead and scores injured on March 22. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Saturday that no Filipino was among the casualties. “The Philippines strongly condemns the… Read More
