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SC clarifies need to prove criminal intent in cases
December 14, 2023, 8:35 pm
MANILA – The prosecution must still prove that an accused intentionally committed a prohibited act even if the offenses involved do not require criminal intent as an element. The Supreme Court (SC) stressed this in reversing a Court of Appeals (CA) decision and acquitting a man convicted for… Read More
DOLE, labor groups laud 5K cash aid to ease burden of low-wage workers
December 14, 2023, 8:29 pm
MANILA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and labor groups welcomed the move to give a one-time financial assistance to workers getting a monthly salary of PHP23,000 below. "Off the cap, any plan that will alleviate the plight of the workers and their families is worthy of serious… Read More
NEDA Board OKs 4 high-impact projects, plans
December 14, 2023, 8:20 pm
MANILA – The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board has approved four high-impact projects and plans, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary and NEDA director general Arsenio Balisacan said Thursday. Balisacan said the projects were approved in a meeting convened by President… Read More
Approved water rate hike to fund projects vs. El Niño: MWSS
December 14, 2023, 8:14 pm
MANILA – The approved basic rate hike for water concessionaires next year would fund projects to boost the water supply to mitigate the impact of the El Niño weather phenomenon, an official of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) said on Thursday. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon… Read More
PH Red Cross ready to send 35 Filipino doctors to Gaza
December 14, 2023, 8:08 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is ready to send 35 Filipino doctors to Gaza, said its chair and chief executive officer Richard Gordon. Gordon said the sending of doctors is pending as they await the finalization of agreements with the Egyptian Red Crescent. “I do not agree that they… Read More
2024 budget strengthens implementation of Mandanas ruling
December 14, 2023, 7:49 pm
MANILA – The 2024 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) supports the effective implementation of the Mandanas ruling as it provides for the increased share in the taxes of local government units (LGUs). Speaker Martin Romualdez, in his keynote message during the 2023 Department of the Interior and… Read More
Children, youth vulnerable to impacts of climate change – CCC
December 14, 2023, 7:32 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Climate Change (CCC) has launched a video production that captures the perspectives and insights of children and youth. The video features five individuals between 6 years and 16 years old, exploring their understanding of global warming and climate change and their… Read More
VP Sara cites Badoy, Celiz as symbols of Philippine integrity
December 14, 2023, 7:31 pm
MANILA – Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Z. Duterte on Thursday cited Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) hosts Lorraine Badoy and Jeffrey "Ka Eric" Celiz as a reflection of a country that upholds integrity. This was after Badoy and Celiz were released by the House of… Read More
House assures AFP of vigorous support in protecting the nation
December 14, 2023, 7:22 pm
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) can count on the vigorous support of the House of Representatives (HOR) in protecting the nation in compliance with a directive from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. In his speech during the HOR-AFP Fellowship at Tejeros Hall in Camp Aguinaldo… Read More
Angara open to discuss term extensions for President, local officials
December 14, 2023, 7:09 pm
MANILA – Among the senators who are in favor of revisiting the Constitution is Senator Sonny Angara who said on Thursday he is open to review its political and economic provisions. Angara, during an interview with CNN Philippines, also said he is in favor of extending the three-year term of… Read More
LTFRB chief's family still 'shaken’ after armed men intrude into home
December 14, 2023, 6:54 pm
MANILA – Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) chair Teofilo Guadiz III on Thursday said the recent intrusion of at least 10 armed men at his family’s home has left them “deeply unsettled.” In a statement, Guadiz said the intrusion on Wednesday involved over 10 armed… Read More
P731-B unprogrammed fund of 2024 budget nothing new - Angara
December 14, 2023, 6:41 pm Updated on December 14, 2023, 7:01 pm
MANILA – Senator Sonny Angara downplayed on Thursday questions raised on the PHP731.4 billion unprogrammed fund in the ratified 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), saying it is "nothing really out of the ordinary." Angara made the statement during an interview with CNN Philippines when… Read More
LTFRB, Piston discuss new concessions on 1st day of transport strike
December 14, 2023, 6:38 pm
MANILA – Officials of the Land Transportation and Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Thursday discussed new concessions with drivers and operators of public utility vehicles (PUV) currently on a two-day transport strike. In a statement, LTFRB spokesperson Celine Pialago said the new… Read More
Lone bidder submits docs for May 2025 polls automation project
December 14, 2023, 5:01 pm
MANILA – A sole bidder submitted its bid documents for the Full Automation System with Transparency Audit/Count (FASTrAC) project of the Commission on Elections (Comelec). Comelec spokesperson John Rex Laudiangco said the Joint Venture of Miru Systems Co. Ltd., Integrated Computer Systems, St.… Read More
DA seeks private sector support for modernization policies, programs
December 14, 2023, 4:24 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) is seeking private sector support for the formulation of national policies and programs that would fast-track the modernization of agriculture to increase food production and ensure food security. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel Jr. noted… Read More
PH secures Loss and Damage Fund Board seat
December 14, 2023, 3:38 pm
MANILA – The Philippines has secured a seat on the Board of the Loss and Damage Fund, a fund created to help developing nations vulnerable to the effects of climate change, Environment Secretary Ma. Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said Thursday. This developed amid President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s… Read More
CTA remands freight firm's biz tax case to Parañaque court
December 14, 2023, 3:13 pm
MANILA – The Court of Tax Appeals (CTA) has sent back to the Parañaque City Regional Trial Court (RTC) a case it has dismissed on the ground of prescription involving PHP24 million in local business taxes (LBT) collected by the Parañaque City government from a freight forwarding company in… Read More
Padilla proposes changes to Constitutional terms of elected officials
December 14, 2023, 3:12 pm
MANILA – Senator Robinhood Padilla has filed a resolution proposing changes to the constitutional terms of elected officials including the President, Vice President, and lawmakers “to ensure a balance between leadership stability and democratic continuity.” "It is imperative to strike a… Read More
PNP: Raps await security guards firing guns for holiday revelries
December 14, 2023, 1:53 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) warned that security guards who will be caught firing their guns indiscriminately for the upcoming Christmas and New Year festivities will face arrest and penalties. In a memoradum dated Dec. 11 released on Thursday, PNP-Supervisory Office for… Read More
PDEA: Quick destruction of seized drugs to curb recycling schemes
December 14, 2023, 1:00 pm
MANILA – The bill seeking the prompt destruction of seized illegal drugs in operations will put an end to the cycle of drug pilferage and recycling, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) said on Thursday. “The bill, once approved by Congress, can be a huge prevention effort against… Read More
