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More than 1.3M drivers to receive fuel subsidy
September 8, 2023, 4:33 pm
MANILA – More than 1.36 million public utility drivers and operators nationwide will soon receive a one-time fuel subsidy worth between PHP1,000 and PHP10,000 amid rising oil prices. In a statement on Friday, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said the subsidy, amounting to PHP3 billion… Read More
8 cops involved in Navotas teen’s slay recommended for dismissal
September 8, 2023, 4:30 pm Updated on September 8, 2023, 7:02 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police-Internal Affairs Service (PNP-IAS) has recommended the dismissal of eight cops in connection with the death of 17-year-old Jerhode “Jemboy” Baltazar in a case of mistaken identity in Navotas City last month. IAS Inspector General Alfegar Triambulo… Read More
MMDA's Motorcycle Riding Academy seen to produce better riders
September 8, 2023, 4:07 pm
MANILA – A senator expressed optimism on Friday that the Motorcycle Riding Academy, which is slated to open on Sept. 27 will produce more responsible riders. Senator Sonny Angara said training of riders to become safer, more responsible and educated on traffic rules will help bring down the… Read More
Korea hails ‘milestone’ FTA with PH; entry into force seen 2024
September 8, 2023, 3:54 pm
MANILA — The Korean government hailed as a “milestone” the newly signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Philippines, describing it a timely development as the two states mark 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2024. In a statement, the Korean Embassy in Manila said it expects the deal… Read More
Task force probes MRT-3 bomb threat
September 8, 2023, 3:25 pm Updated on September 8, 2023, 8:19 pm
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Friday activated its inter-agency task force to secure and inspect facilities of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) in response to an alleged bomb threat sent through e-mail. In a statement, the agency's IATF said security deployment has… Read More
Grant of subsidy to rice retailers inclusive - DSWD chief
September 8, 2023, 3:15 pm
MANILA – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Friday said the list of small rice retailers who will be given cash aid under the DSWD’s Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) will be inclusive, in compliance with the instruction of President Ferdinand R.… Read More
Specialty hospitals retain proposed 2024 budget - DBM
September 8, 2023, 3:02 pm
MANILA – The 2024 budget for the four specialty hospitals operated by the Department of Health (DOH) was “similar” to their proposed funding, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said Friday. The DBM issued the clarification following reports that the Lung Center of the Philippines… Read More
PH, Australia ink 2 accords as strategic partners
September 8, 2023, 2:40 pm
MANILA — The Philippines and Australia on Friday elevated their relationship to strategic partners to have a deeper collaboration in a wide range of areas aimed at bringing a “more dynamic, cooperative, and prosperous future” to both nations. The Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership… Read More
Agri, infra damage from 3 typhoons, 'habagat' now P1.9-B
September 8, 2023, 2:14 pm
MANILA – The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) in its Friday update announced that combined damage to agriculture and infrastructure due to the southwest monsoon enhanced by Typhoons Goring, Hanna, and Ineng have totaled PHP1.9 billion. Damage to agriculture in… Read More
Resigned Finance exec clearly set on maligning gov’t: Bersamin
September 8, 2023, 2:03 pm
MANILA – Finance Undersecretary Cielo Magno was “clearly set on maligning” the Marcos administration, hence the decision to terminate her appointment, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin said Friday. In a statement posted by the Presidential Communications Office Facebook account, Bersamin… Read More
Australia backs ‘final, binding’ 2016 SCS ruling
September 8, 2023, 1:59 pm
MANILA – Australia has expressed support for the “final and binding” 2016 ruling on South China Sea (SCS) that favors the Philippines and invalidates China’s sweeping claims over the hotly contested waters. The affirmation of support was made during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s… Read More
DSWD chief orders immediate aid to Tawi-Tawi fire victims
September 8, 2023, 1:38 pm
MANILA - Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Friday ordered the Zamboanga Peninsula regional office (Field Office 9) to render immediate assistance to some 1,000 individuals affected by the big fire in Bongao town in Tawi-Tawi province. Gatchalian gave… Read More
PH revives fresh mango exports to Australia
September 8, 2023, 1:10 pm
MANILA – The Philippines has started exporting again fresh mangoes to Australia, the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) reported on Friday. DA-BPI Director Gerald Glenn Panganiban said the country initially sent off some 1,500 kilograms of Carabao mangoes during a… Read More
PH, SoKor ink free trade deal
September 8, 2023, 11:44 am Updated on September 8, 2023, 10:11 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and South Korea have signed a free trade agreement (FTA) on the sidelines of the 43rd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits in Jakarta, Indonesia. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol witnessed the… Read More
Fair weather to prevail across PH Friday
September 8, 2023, 9:42 am
MANILA – The entire country will experience fair weather on Friday, the weather bureau said. "We are also expecting warm weather, so Metro Manila will experience high temperatures that could reach up to 34°C," Aldczar Aurelio of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services… Read More
Marcos hails World Bank’s ‘desirable shift’ in post-pandemic era
September 8, 2023, 9:13 am
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has lauded the World Bank for realigning its programs, particularly with its partnership with the Philippines, to address emerging challenges in the post-pandemic era.This was after Marcos’ bilateral engagement with World Bank Group president Ajay… Read More
DBM releases P3-B in fuel subsidy for 1.36M recipients
September 8, 2023, 8:52 am
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of PHP3 billion for the implementation of the Fuel Subsidy Program (FSP), which stands to benefit about 1.36 million beneficiaries from the transport sector affected by increasing fuel prices.Budget Secretary Amenah… Read More
SC disbars prosecutor for making offensive remarks vs. justices
September 7, 2023, 10:08 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) reminded lawyers to observe the highest degree of morality and integrity as it disbarred a previously suspended prosecutor for making offensive remarks against magistrates and for berating and insulting the bar confidant inside the SC's premises. In a statement on… Read More
PBBM reports productive participation in 43rd ASEAN Summit
September 7, 2023, 10:04 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday reported a fruitful outcome of his participation in the 43rd ASEAN Summit and Related Summits in Jakarta, Indonesia, where he advanced the country’s interest in the regional gathering. In a press statement, the President said he… Read More
Marcos welcomes Vietnam’s 5-year rice import offer
September 7, 2023, 9:50 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is optimistic for the stabilization of the country’s rice supply following Vietnam’s offer for a five-year importation pact. During the bilateral meeting between Marcos and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the sidelines of the 43rd… Read More
