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DOTr eyes Japanese firms for big-ticket PPP projects
August 30, 2023, 7:00 am
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is seeking the participation of private Japanese firms in the bidding for several big-ticket transportation projects in the railway and aviation sectors. During the Philippine Investment Opportunities forum in Tokyo on Tuesday, DOTr Secretary… Read More
Veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez signs off; 71
August 30, 2023, 5:42 am
MANILA – Veteran journalist and broadcaster Mike Enriquez passed away on Tuesday at the age of 71. Enriquez’s home network, GMA Network, through long-time colleague Mel Tiangco, announced his passing with a tribute at the end of its late evening 24 Oras newscast “The Board of Directors,… Read More
House adopts reso extending profound condolences to Ople family
August 29, 2023, 10:16 pm
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday adopted a resolution extending its profound condolences to the family of the late Secretary Maria Susana “Toots” V. Ople of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). The House members adopted via voice vote House Resolution (HR) 1226, a… Read More
PCO asks for add’l P365-M funding for 2024
August 29, 2023, 10:11 pm Updated on August 30, 2023, 3:53 pm
MANILA – The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) is asking for an additional PHP365 million in its proposed 2024 budget to fund its programs and activities, such as its media literacy campaign to combat fake news and the expansion of the freedom of information program. During a budget… Read More
New murder case slapped vs. Bantag, 6 others for inmate’s death
August 29, 2023, 9:03 pm
MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday filed new murder charges against former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag, two former jail officials and four inmates for the death of a person deprived of liberty (PDL) who was supposedly critical of the embattled… Read More
DSWD to launch project to boost residents’ resiliency vs. El Niño
August 29, 2023, 8:35 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday said it will launch a project that will ensure the resiliency of poor communities from the effects of climate change. DSWD Assistant Secretary for Strategic Communications Romel Lopez said the pilot implementation of the… Read More
PNP recalls close to 700 police bodyguards for Oct. 30 polls
August 29, 2023, 8:31 pm
MANILA – The Police Security and Protection Group (PSPG) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday announced a comprehensive recall of its protective security personnel stationed throughout the country as part of preparations for the Oct. 30 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections… Read More
Comelec directed to reply to An Waray petition questioning DQ
August 29, 2023, 8:16 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to file its comments on the petition filed by An Waray Party-list, questioning the poll body’s decision to cancel the organization's registration. The high court en banc asked the Comelec and other parties in… Read More
Iraqi delegation visiting PH for bilateral meet after 10 years
August 29, 2023, 8:15 pm
MANILA – The first bilateral meeting between the Philippines and Iraq after a decade will take place on Aug. 30 to 31, the Iraq Embassy in Manila announced Tuesday. An 18-member delegation from Iraq, to be led by Iraq’s Ministry of Health, traveled to Manila for the 8th Iraq-Philippines… Read More
Stormy weather in Luzon continues; Goring exits PAR in 48 hours
August 29, 2023, 8:10 pm
MANILA – Parts of Northern Luzon will experience stormy weather as Typhoon Goring slightly intensified, the weather bureau said Tuesday afternoon. In its 5 p.m. bulletin, the bureau said Goring packs maximum sustained winds of 165 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 205 kph. The typhoon… Read More
DOJ to immigration officers: We’re watching
August 29, 2023, 8:00 pm
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) will not turn a blind eye on immigration officers who take advantage of their positions, leading to undue offloading or cancellation of travels of outbound passengers.DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said one “abusive” airport staff of the Bureau… Read More
DepEd expects more learners to register in coming days
August 29, 2023, 7:10 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) is looking forward to the number of enrollments in basic education to increase in the next few weeks. In a Viber message to reporters, DepEd spokesperson Undersecretary Michael Poa explained that while some schools suspended classes due to heavy… Read More
Ticket sold in Pasig wins P101.3-M Mega Lotto jackpot
August 29, 2023, 6:30 pm
MANILA – A lone bettor in Metro Manila became an instant millionaire after hitting the PHP101.3 million jackpot of the Mega Lotto 6/45 draw on Monday night. In an advisory Tuesday, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) said the bettor's winning combination 09-30-28-45-31-05 carried a… Read More
PBBM orders use of ‘legal tools’ to make rice affordable
August 29, 2023, 6:30 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday directed concerned government agencies to use available legal tools to make rice affordable for all Filipinos. Marcos issued the directive during a meeting with concerned sectors at Malacañan Palace in Manila to discuss updates on government… Read More
Alarm, scandal raps filed vs. ex-cop in road rage video
August 29, 2023, 6:26 pm Updated on August 29, 2023, 8:47 pm
MANILA – The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Tuesday announced the filing of an alarm and scandal complaint against Wilfredo Gonzales, the dismissed police officer who figured in a confrontation with a bicycle rider in Quezon City on Aug. 8. QCPD chief Brig. Gen. Nicholas Torre III said… Read More
6 maritime cops in custody for mauling minor in Navotas
August 29, 2023, 6:17 pm
MANILA – Six members of the Philippine National Police-Maritime Group (PNP-MG) in Metro Manila were placed under restrictive custody for allegedly beating up a minor involved in a petty crime in Navotas City. National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) director Brig. Gen. Jose Melencio… Read More
PH, UK enhance cooperation on trade, defense, energy, climate
August 29, 2023, 5:46 pm Updated on August 29, 2023, 7:17 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and the United Kingdom are eyeing to beef up their cooperation in key areas such as trade, security and defense, renewable energy shift and climate change action. This developed after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday welcomed British Foreign Secretary James… Read More
Filipino, Aussie troops successfully conduct 'Exercise Alon'
August 29, 2023, 4:46 pm
MANILA – The first-ever "Exercise Alon" between Filipino and Australian troops was a resounding success, exercise director and Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) deputy commandant Brig. Gen. Jimmy Larida said Tuesday. "So it was indeed a very successful exercise even though this is the first and big… Read More
Amended tree-planting act to combat dangers vs. natural resources
August 29, 2023, 4:39 pm
MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) on Tuesday said there is a need for sustained efforts to combat the loss of natural resources, like nationwide tree-planting activities. In a statement, the CCC lauded the passage House Bill (HB) 8568, which provides mechanisms that shall ensure… Read More
Go on PH hosting of FIBA World Cup: 'So far, so good'
August 29, 2023, 4:39 pm
MANILA – Senator Christopher Lawrence Go expressed his satisfaction on Philippines' hosting of the FIBA World Cup, noting the positive impact of the event on tourism and investment in the country. Go, who chairs the Senate Committee on Sports, shared on Monday to reporters his thoughts on the… Read More
