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Senate panel to craft National Preventive Mechanism vs. torture
December 5, 2023, 2:57 pm
MANILA – The Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights is set to start working next year with the United Nations (UN) Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) to craft and pass a National Preventive Mechanism against torture. This is a result of a "fruitful dialogue" between the UN… Read More
House party leaders back PBBM’s initiative for peace, national unity
December 5, 2023, 2:49 pm
MANILA – Political party leaders at the House of Representatives issued a joint statement on Tuesday expressing their full support for the peace and national unity initiative of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. “As the united voice of the House of Representatives, representing all political… Read More
Slower inflation testament to PBBM’s commitment in stabilizing economy
December 5, 2023, 2:44 pm
MANILA – The notable easing in inflation, from 4.9 percent in October to 4.1 percent in November, is a testament to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment in stabilizing the economy and improving the lives of Filipinos, House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said Tuesday. In a… Read More
AFP heightens ops vs. Daulah Islamiyah units in Lanao Sur
December 5, 2023, 2:18 pm
MANILA – Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Tuesday said the military has launched intensified operations against the Daulah Islamiyah (DI) local terrorist group operating in Lanao del Sur. In an interview with CNN Philippines, Brawner said they are also… Read More
CHR: MSU bombing disrupts peacebuilding, counters humanitarian law
December 5, 2023, 12:04 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Tuesday condemned the bombing at the gymnasium of Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, which claimed 4 lives and injured 50 over the weekend. In a statement, the CHR said such incidents of violence sow fear among people, disrupts all… Read More
AFP chief: Gov't-NDF exploratory talks could lead to lasting peace
December 5, 2023, 11:59 am
MANILA – The country's military chief on Tuesday said the exploratory talks between the government and the communist movement might lead to lasting peace as the latter did not set any preconditions to it. "I believe that this could lead to lasting peace. Unang una because sabi nga nila walang… Read More
Solon wants new procurement law to promote transparency, efficiency
December 5, 2023, 11:00 am
MANILA – The chairperson of the House Committee on Revision of Laws said revising the procurement law should address the inefficiencies in transparency, lessen delays in the procurement process, and eliminate collusion and political interference. In sponsoring House Bill 9648 during Monday's… Read More
High public rating shows AFP trusted to safeguard PH
December 5, 2023, 10:27 am
MANILA – Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Tuesday said the high satisfaction rating of the military from OCTA Research's "Tugon ng Masa" third quarter survey indicated the public's recognition of their mandate to safeguard the nation. "We are humbled and… Read More
Warm weather, isolated rains to prevail across PH
December 5, 2023, 8:59 am
MANILA – Warm weather and isolated rains caused by the easterlies will prevail across the country on Tuesday, a forecaster said. "Rains will only last for a short period," added Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecaster Benison Estareja.… Read More
PBBM tests positive for Covid-19
December 5, 2023, 7:34 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will need to undergo five-day isolation after catching coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19), Malacañang announced Tuesday. “President Bongbong Marcos has tested positive for Covid-19. Upon medical advice, he will observe a period of isolation for… Read More
Congress vows to pass nat’l policy bill, laws to attain global goals
December 4, 2023, 9:25 pm
MANILA – Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Monday assured the visiting United Nations (UN) officials of the House of Representatives’ commitment to pass House Bill (HB) 4000, or An Act Establishing a National Evaluation Policy, and other measures in support of the 2030 UN Sustainable… Read More
House vows to promote peace, unity after MSU blast
December 4, 2023, 9:21 pm
MANILA – Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday reaffirmed the House of Representatives’ commitment to promote peace and unity in the country and to make life better for Filipinos. During the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the House premises in the Batasan Complex in Quezon City, Romualdez… Read More
PH, WEF ink deals on blue carbon, national plastic actions
December 4, 2023, 8:55 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have signed agreements on blue carbon ecosystem and addressing plastic pollution on the sidelines of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.… Read More
DSWD calls for united support for persons living with HIV, AIDS
December 4, 2023, 8:50 pm
MANILA – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Monday called on everyone to end the stigma and discrimination against persons living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLHIVs) to ensure their access to adequate treatment, care and support services. As… Read More
Solons join UN on raising awareness vs. VAW through exhibit
December 4, 2023, 8:39 pm
MANILA – The United Nations (UN) Gender Thematic Group (GTG), in partnership with Senate pro Tempore Loren Legarda and Senator Pia Cayetano, launched on Monday an experiential exhibit dubbed “Walk in Her Shoes” in support of the 18-day campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW). The… Read More
VP Sara asks PBBM to halt grant of amnesty to communist groups
December 4, 2023, 8:33 pm
MANILA – Vice President Sara Z. Duterte reiterated her full support to peace efforts but asked President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. not to grant amnesty to the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF). Duterte issued the statement as the… Read More
Phivolcs: Prepare for strong quakes up to magnitude 8.2
December 4, 2023, 8:27 pm
MANILA – The public must always be prepared for strong earthquakes up to magnitude 8.2, the head of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has warned. "The Manila Trench and the Philippine Trench are both capable of generating magnitude 8.2 earthquake," Phivolcs… Read More
SC orders OVP, OES, DBM to comment on intel fund transfer
December 4, 2023, 8:13 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) ordered the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and two other national agencies to comment on a suit questioning the transfer of PHP125 million in confidential intelligence funds in 2022. In a resolution dated Nov. 14 and made public on Monday, the court required… Read More
BOC-Clark intercepts P700-K cocaine declared as hoodies, shirts
December 4, 2023, 7:29 pm
MANILA – Customs officers uncovered over PHP700,000 worth of cocaine declared as clothes in Clark, Pampanga, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) reported on Monday. Port of Clark District Collector Erastus Sandino Austria, in a statement, said the parcel which contained 135.24 grams of cocaine worth… Read More
Bigger roles for BuCor, BJMP under 5-year prisons development plan
December 4, 2023, 7:22 pm
MANILA – Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Catapang sees bigger roles for government agencies in charge of corrections management following proposals to consolidate the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and BuCor. "Lalaki pa itong BuCor. Either ma-absorb tayo… Read More
