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PH, US ink deals on energy, health, Internet satellites, climate tech
November 16, 2023, 12:54 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and the United States (US) on Thursday (Manila time) signed at least five agreements on clean energy, health care, pharmaceutical production, Internet connectivity, and climate technology. The agreements were signed on the sidelines of President Ferdinand R. Marcos… Read More
APEC economies must be ‘resilient, sustainable’ – PBBM
November 16, 2023, 11:38 am
MANILA – The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members must address “negative” externalities to make their economies “resilient and sustainable,” President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Thursday (Manila time). During the opening of the APEC CEO Summit at the George Moscone… Read More
Treatment not part of school-based mental health program bill – solon
November 16, 2023, 10:39 am
MANILA – Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said Wednesday treatment is not covered by Senate Bill (SB) 2200, which seeks to institutionalize a school-based mental health program in the country. “Pero lilinawin ko, hindi natin sasaklawin, hindi kasama dito iyong treatment. Iyong treatment kasi mas… Read More
PBBM to US investors: PH ready to be leading investment hub in Asia
November 16, 2023, 10:27 am
MANILA – The Philippines is all set to become the “leading” investment destination in Asia, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Thursday (Manila time). “With a solid reform agenda and unabating growth amid headwinds, the Philippines is ready to take off as a leading investment hub in… Read More
PBBM, Silicon Valley firms eye partnership on AI, cybersecurity
November 16, 2023, 9:53 am
MANILA – Silicon Valley firms have expressed their intent to collaborate with the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. This developed after Marcos held a roundtable meeting with technology companies and venture capitalists in San… Read More
PBBM: 80 infra projects ‘financeable’ via MIF
November 16, 2023, 9:17 am
MANILA – At least 80 potential infrastructure projects can be funded through the Philippines’ first-ever sovereign wealth fund, the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Thursday (Manila time). “Currently, we have identified about 80 potential infrastructure… Read More
Rain showers to continue over parts of PH
November 16, 2023, 9:13 am
MANILA – Several areas in the country continue to experience rain showers due to the shear line and the northeast monsoon or "amihan", the weather bureau said Thursday. The shear line will cause scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over the Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, Oriental… Read More
13 Filipinos with families from Gaza arrive in PH
November 15, 2023, 9:00 pm
MANILA – The fourth batch of 13 Filipino repatriates from the Gaza Strip and their families arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 on Wednesday afternoon on board Qatar Airways. The latest batch brings the number of repatriated Filipinos from Gaza to 102. The group,… Read More
SC directs Maguindanao Norte vice guv to answer contempt raps
November 15, 2023, 8:40 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday said it has dismissed the case filed Bai Fatima Ainee L. Sinsuat and ordered her to show cause within 10 days from notice why she should not be cited in contempt for failing to inform the tribunal that she had already assumed office as vice governor… Read More
Closed fishing season in Zambo Peninsula, Visayan Sea starts Nov. 15
November 15, 2023, 8:03 pm
MANILA — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) on Wednesday said the fishing season in the Zamboanga Peninsula and the Visayan Sea will be closed beginning Nov. 15, 2023. “The government will be enforcing a three-month pause in sardines fishing activities in the conservation… Read More
CHR urged to make “strong statement” vs. abortion
November 15, 2023, 7:58 pm
MANILA – Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Wednesday urged the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to issue a "strong" statement against abortion before the Senate will reconsider approving the Commission's 2024 proposed budget. The CHR’s PHP934-million budget for next year was deferred during plenary… Read More
Solons want MTRCB’s mandate expanded amid challenges of modern times
November 15, 2023, 7:50 pm
MANILA – Senators have emphasized the need to amend the Movie Television Regulatory and Classification Board (MTRCB) charter to give it more power to block inappropriate contents on video streaming platforms that do not fit the moral values of Filipinos. During the Senate plenary debates on… Read More
CHR hails release of de Lima; urges impartial process of other PDLs
November 15, 2023, 6:25 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said Wednesday the release of its former commissioner and former senator Leila de Lima on bail highlights the importance of the right to a fair and speedy trial. “The CHR recognizes the just and timely decision of Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court… Read More
Archdiocese of Cotabato warns vs. pseudo-Catholic groups
November 15, 2023, 6:18 pm
MANILA – The Archdiocese of Cotabato has warned the clergy and the faithful against international church groups that are operating in the archdiocese. In advisory posted on its social media account on Tuesday, Archbishop Angelito Lampon said they have received information and complaint against… Read More
House panel cites ex-Pampanga mayor in contempt
November 15, 2023, 6:07 pm
MANILA – The House of Representatives Committee on Dangerous Drugs on Wednesday cited in contempt former Mexico, Pampanga mayor Teddy Tumang and ordered him detained at the Batasan complex for 30 days. During the motu proprio inquiry into the seized or discovered PHP3.6 billion worth of drugs in… Read More
DOJ, NSA buck UN Special Rapporteur’s call to disband NTF-ELCAC
November 15, 2023, 6:03 pm
MANILA – Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Wednesday asserted the Philippine government's independence in solving its problems following supposed calls by a foreign official to abolish the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), the government's localized… Read More
LTFRB: PUVs must consolidate by Dec. 31 to remain LTO-registered
November 15, 2023, 6:02 pm
MANILA – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Wednesday reminded operators of public utility vehicles (PUV) to consolidate by Dec. 31 as it will be a requirement for vehicle registration next year. In a statement, LTFRB spokesperson Celine Pialago said being a… Read More
House justice committee OKs bill strengthening OGCC
November 15, 2023, 5:53 pm
MANILA – A measure strengthening the Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC) by upgrading existing positions and creating new ones hurdled committee level at the House of Representatives. Parañaque City Rep. Edwin Olivarez, author of the bill, said the additional complement of lawyers… Read More
Gov’t urged to tap unprogrammed funds for Marawi siege victims
November 15, 2023, 5:25 pm
MANILA – Senator Robin Padilla has urged the government to explore other sources of funding, including PHP6 billion in unprogrammed funds, to fund compensation programs for victims of the 2017 Marawi siege. Padilla made this call during his interpellation of the budget of the Marawi Compensation… Read More
Foreign sex offenders stopped at NAIA
November 15, 2023, 5:06 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) expressed alarm over the continued attempts of foreign sex offenders to enter the country. Commissioner Norman Tansingco, however, assured that they will not lower their guard against these foreigners whose presence in the country poses a serious risk to… Read More
