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PH to increase engagement in peacekeeping ops abroad
December 25, 2023, 12:26 pm
MANILA – The Philippines has committed to increase its engagement in peacekeeping operations as a contribution to maintaining international peace and security, the Department of National Defense (DND) said over the weekend. DND undersecretary for capability assessment and development Angelito de… Read More
Drizzles on Christmas day due to 'amihan', easterlies
December 25, 2023, 8:07 am
MANILA – The northeast monsoon or "amihan" and the easterlies will continue to bring rain showers across the country on Christmas Day. In its 4 a.m. weather forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga,… Read More
DOH: 18 JN.1 cases detected in PH, all recovered
December 24, 2023, 7:40 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) has detected 18 cases of the new Covid-19 strain JN.1 through genomic sequencing. In a news release on Sunday, the DOH said the earliest sample collected was from Nov. 16 and the most recent was on Dec. 3. “There has been no significant increase in the… Read More
New PRO-Mimaropa chief vows legacy of excellence in crime prevention
December 24, 2023, 7:04 pm
MANILA – Newly installed Police Regional Office - 4B (PRO - Mimaropa) chief Brig. Gen. Roger Quesada vowed to continue the legacy of excellence set by his predecessors as he formally assumed the post on Saturday. Quesada said he is committed to continuing the key policies set by officials who… Read More
DOH reports 4 new cases related to fireworks
December 24, 2023, 4:47 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) reported four additional fireworks-related injuries, bringing the total tally to 12 as of 6 a.m. Sunday. The DOH said the new cases included a 23-year-old male and a 49-year-old female who used "kwitis," a legal and regulated firework, at home. The other… Read More
PBBM urges Filipinos to be instrument of light, hope this Christmas
December 24, 2023, 12:16 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has urged Filipinos to remember the genuine meaning of Christmas and become an instrument of hope and light for those who are in need this Holiday season. In his message, Marcos said Christmas is a special occasion for Filipinos in honor of the birth… Read More
‘Amihan’ to bring cloudy skies, rains over parts of PH
December 24, 2023, 8:47 am
MANILA – Northern and Central Luzon will experience the effects of the “amihan” or northeast monsoon, the weather bureau said on Sunday. In its 4 a.m. forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the northeast monsoon will bring… Read More
DBM to ensure transparent use of 2024 budget
December 23, 2023, 7:42 pm
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management on Saturday assured the public of the national government’s transparent utilization of the PHP5.768 trillion budget for 2024. The DBM shall continue to ensure "sound, efficient, and effective management and utilization of government resources to… Read More
Roxas Blvd-EDSA flyover northbound closed Dec. 26-30
December 23, 2023, 3:50 pm
MANILA – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Saturday said installation works will be conducted on the Roxas Boulevard-EDSA flyover (northbound) in Pasay City next week. In an advisory posted on social media, the DPWH-South Manila District Engineering Office (SMDEO) said the… Read More
UNGA adopts PH reso on inter-religious dialogue
December 23, 2023, 3:40 pm
MANILA – The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) recently adopted by consensus a resolution sponsored by the Philippines and Pakistan to promote inter-religious and inter-cultural dialogue. The Promotion of Inter-religious and Inter-cultural dialogue, Understanding and Cooperation for Peace… Read More
PBBM forms special committee on LGBTQIA+ affairs
December 23, 2023, 1:38 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued an executive order (EO) creating a special committee on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) affairs. Under EO 51 inked by Marcos on Friday, the Special Committee on LGBTQIA+ Affairs, which will be under… Read More
2 Pinoy survivors of Hamas attack share ordeal with PBBM
December 23, 2023, 9:40 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday met with two overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who survived the attack launched by the Hamas group on Israel on Oct. 7. In a statement, Communication Secretary Cheloy Garafil confirmed that Marcos had a meeting with OFWs Jimmy Pacheco and… Read More
3 weather systems continue to drench most of PH
December 23, 2023, 7:34 am
MANILA – The shear line and the northeast monsoon affecting parts of Luzon, as well as the easterlies prevailing over the Visayas and Mindanao will continue to bring cloudy skies with isolated rain showers across the country, the weather bureau said Saturday. In its 4 a.m. weather bulletin, the… Read More
92% of Filipinos hopeful for 2024 – survey
December 22, 2023, 10:45 pm
MANILA – Almost all Filipino adults, or 92 percent, said they are hopeful for the new year, according to a recent survey by Pulse Asia. The survey conducted Dec. 3 to 7 showed that only 1 percent will face 2024 without hope, while 7 percent were neither hopeful nor without hope for the coming… Read More
Wage board OKs P33 hike for Northern Mindanao minimum wage earners
December 22, 2023, 9:31 pm
MANILA – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) has approved a PHP33 increase for daily minimum wage earners in Northern Mindanao (Region 10), the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said on Friday. The DOLE said the wage board motu proprio issued Wage Order No. RX-22… Read More
MMDA suspends number coding from Dec. 25-26, New Year’s Day
December 22, 2023, 8:14 pm
MANILA – The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) on Friday announced the suspension of the number coding traffic scheme on Christmas Day (Monday), December 26 (Tuesday-holiday), and New Year’s Day (Monday). The MMDA said the suspension of the number coding scheme, formally called… Read More
Comelec extends deadline of bids for 2025 polls system to Jan. 8
December 22, 2023, 6:25 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has extended the deadline for the submission of bids for its 2025 polls automation project. In its Bid Bulletin No. 1 released on Friday, the Comelec - Special Bids and Awards Committee (SBAC) said the deadline was moved from Jan. 4, 2024 to Jan. 8… Read More
PPA: No stranded passengers in ports, but some trips delayed
December 22, 2023, 6:13 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on Friday said all ports under its jurisdiction are in operation with no reports of stranded passengers nationwide despite some delays. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, PPA spokesperson Eunice Samonte said there were some reports of delayed… Read More
Manila Zoo open to visitors for Christmas, New Year holidays
December 22, 2023, 5:59 pm
MANILA – The Manila Zoo, one of the capital city's famous landmarks, would be open to visitors for the Christmas and New Year holidays. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna, in an advisory on Friday, announced the changes in the Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden’s operating hours. The zoo will… Read More
PBBM to spend Christmas with family in Manila
December 22, 2023, 5:45 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will celebrate Christmas with his family at Malacañan Palace in Manila, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said Friday. “He will be in Manila,” PCO Assistant Secretary Rowena Otida, when asked about Marcos’ plans for the Yuletide… Read More
