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LEDAC-priority PENCAS bill gets Senate nod
November 22, 2023, 6:51 pm
MANILA – The Senate on Wednesday approved with 23 affirmative votes, zero negative, and no abstentions Senate Bill No. 2439 or the Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Capital Accounting System (PENCAS) Act. The measure, which is a Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC)… Read More
WPS situation will 'definitely' be discussed in APPF31, says Zubiri
November 22, 2023, 6:46 pm
MANILA – Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri confirmed on Wednesday that the situation in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) is among the issues to be discussed in the 31st Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF31) to be hosted by the Philippines from Nov. 23 to 25. But, Zubiri clarified that the… Read More
Transport strike impact to commuters minimal - LTFRB
November 22, 2023, 6:20 pm
MANILA – The transport strike has limited effect on public transportation based on the number of Libreng Sakay (free ride) rescue vehicles deployed in the National Capital Region, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Wednesday said. Citing data from the first two… Read More
Private sector support sought for transport projects
November 22, 2023, 6:05 pm
MANILA – The private sector’s support will play a pivotal role in speeding up the completion of vital transport infrastructure projects, Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista said Wednesday. At the Stratbase ADR Institute Pilipinas Conference, Bautista said the DOTr has “resorted to… Read More
BI to deport Taiwanese wanted for telco fraud
November 22, 2023, 5:52 pm
MANILA – A Taiwanese national wanted by authorities in Taipei for engaging in telecommunications fraud is awaiting deportation, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Wednesday. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said 40-year-old Shan Yu-Hsuan was arrested along F.B.… Read More
BIR files raps vs. 69 firms, individuals in ghost receipt scam
November 22, 2023, 5:51 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Wednesday filed 15 criminal cases against 69 companies and individuals implicated in the purchase and sale of "ghost receipts" amounting to around PHP1.8 billion. BIR Commissioner Romeo Lumagui who personally filed the complaints said the… Read More
PBBM: Unity vital in battling global warming, climate change
November 22, 2023, 5:32 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday emphasized the importance of unity in mitigating the effects of global warming and climate change. In his pre-recorded video message during the opening of the 16th Annual Global Warming and Climate Change Consciousness Week, Marcos… Read More
BOC launches digital travelers' data collection system
November 22, 2023, 3:56 pm
MANILA – Government agencies led by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) have launched a system which digitalizes data collection processes for travelers and crew members arriving in and departing from the Philippines. The E-Travel Customs System, which is an integration of Electronic Customs Baggage… Read More
GCG names PCSO most improved GOCC
November 22, 2023, 3:13 pm
MANILA – The Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) on Monday named Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) as one of the most improved and best performing government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs). GCG recognized the PCSO for its remarkable accomplishments, outstanding disclosure… Read More
Solon: House reso urging gov't to cooperate with ICC depends on PBBM
November 22, 2023, 2:56 pm
MANILA – A senator said Wednesday that only President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has the discretion on whether to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) or not. Senator Ronald dela Rosa made the statement when asked to comment about House of Representatives Resolution 1477, which… Read More
DSWD hails approval of P3-B add’l funds for crisis response program
November 22, 2023, 2:51 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday said the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) approval of additional PHP3 billion funding for the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program is perfectly on time considering the people’s… Read More
House OKs climate emergency declaration bill on 2nd reading
November 22, 2023, 2:12 pm
MANILA – A measure declaring a climate change emergency has hurdled second reading approval at the House of Representatives. During Tuesday's plenary session, the chamber approved through voice voting House Bill 9084, or the proposed Climate Change Resilience Act. Cagayan de Oro City Rep. Rufus… Read More
2 PAF FA-50PH planes take part in PH-US joint maritime patrol
November 22, 2023, 11:00 am
MANILA – The Philippine Air Force (PAF) on Wednesday announced that two of its South Korean-made FA-50PH light jet fighters took part in a maritime air patrol (MARPAT) with United States aircraft over Batanes and areas in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on Tuesday. PAF spokesperson Col. Ma.… Read More
NDRRMC: Families affected by shear line, LPA top 81K
November 22, 2023, 10:47 am
MANILA – The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Wednesday reported that a total of 81,050 families have so far been affected by bad weather due to the presence of a shear line and a low pressure area. In its latest disaster bulletin, the agency said the number… Read More
DFA confirms 17 Filipinos among hostages in Houthi cargo ship hijack
November 22, 2023, 10:31 am Updated on November 22, 2023, 7:02 pm
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday confirmed that 17 Filipinos were among those held hostage in the hijacking of a cargo vessel in the Red Sea on Nov. 19. “May 17 na Pilipino ayon sa manning agency kasama ‘yong mga iba't ibang dayuhan (There were 17 Filipinos… Read More
DILG to youth officials: Exemplify good governance
November 22, 2023, 10:25 am
MANILA – Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Wednesday reminded youth officials to serve as examples of good governance. The DILG chief's statement was released after the nationwide mandatory training for newly-elected Sangguniang Kabataan (SK)… Read More
DBM approves P303.5M for construction of 120 classrooms in 21 sites
November 22, 2023, 9:34 am
MANILA – Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has approved the release of funds worth PHP303.5 million for the construction of 120 classrooms in 21 sites nationwide. In a statement Wednesday, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and… Read More
PCSO vows continued service improvements following recognition
November 22, 2023, 8:25 am
MANILA – Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) Chairperson Junie E. Cua on Wednesday vowed to further improve the agency’s services to better meet the needs of the Filipinos after the PCSO was commended by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) for its “marked improvement” in… Read More
Shear line to bring rains over the Visayas, Zambo Peninsula
November 22, 2023, 7:36 am
MANILA – The shear line is affecting the eastern sections of Southern Luzon and the Visayas, while the northeast monsoon or “amihan” is affecting the rest of Luzon, the weather bureau said Wednesday. In its 4:00 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services… Read More
Fraud cases to be filed soon vs. firm in Italy recruitment scam
November 21, 2023, 9:28 pm
MANILA – Criminal cases will be filed soon against officials of a firm involved in the alleged fraud and illegal recruitment of Filipinos in Italy, the Philippine Consulate General in Milan said Tuesday. The Consulate said it cases of aggravated fraud against officials of Alpha Assistenza SRL… Read More
