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Bill strengthening BCDA passes House 2nd reading
August 15, 2023, 8:30 pm
MANILA – The measure strengthening the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) by extending its corporate life for another 50 years hurdled second reading at the House of Representatives on Tuesday. During the plenary session, the chamber approved through voice voting House Bill… Read More
PBBM: PH to deepen ties with Peru, Ethiopia
August 15, 2023, 8:21 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday sought to elevate the Philippines’ relations with Peru and Ethiopia. This, as he received the credentials of new ambassadors Cecilia Zunilda Galarreta Bazán (Peru) and Dessie Dalkie Dokamo (Ethiopia) in a ceremony held at Malacañan Palace… Read More
Bulacan university MD program has yet to get CHED’s approval
August 15, 2023, 8:04 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) clarified on Tuesday that the Bulacan State University’s (BulSU) application for a Doctor of Medicine program is still under evaluation. In a statement, CHED Chairperson J. Prospero de Vera III corrected a published report claiming the BulSU's… Read More
Remulla: Interpol will soon start tracking Teves
August 15, 2023, 7:34 pm
MANILA – The filing of murder cases against suspended Negros Oriental 3rd District Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. will allow the Philippine government to formally seek assistance from international law enforcement agencies to secure him from anywhere once arrest warrants are handed down. Department of… Read More
Mindoro oil spill response efforts now on ‘recovery stage’
August 15, 2023, 7:27 pm
MANILA – Aid for fisherfolk affected by the oil spill in Mindoro in February is past the cash relief aspect and has shifted to trainings to help them recover from the disaster, Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian said. In a Palace briefing on Tuesday, Gatchalian said… Read More
'Danger' level heat index to continue in parts of Luzon
August 15, 2023, 7:26 pm
MANILA – The weather bureau is expecting danger level heat index (the temperature that a person feels) to continue in some areas in Luzon. "Our analysis shows that most areas in Metro Manila, Northern and Central Luzon will still experience danger level heat index," said Marcelino Villafuerte… Read More
Marcos OKs 5-year labor, employment plan to create quality jobs
August 15, 2023, 7:07 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the proposed Labor and Employment Plan (LEP) 2023-2028 aimed at creating more quality jobs for Filipinos. Marcos’ approval was confirmed by Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma in a chance interview with reporters after a sectoral meeting… Read More
Solon bats for repeal of deregulation law amid oil price hikes
August 15, 2023, 6:50 pm
MANILA – House Deputy Majority Leader Erwin T. Tulfo on Tuesday led three other lawmakers in filing a bill seeking to repeal Republic Act 8479, or better known as the Oil Deregulation Law, to address the continuous increase in fuel prices. House Bill No. 8898, signed by Tulfo and his… Read More
Balisacan assures senators GDP growth assumptions achievable
August 15, 2023, 6:43 pm
MANILA – Socio-economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Tuesday assured senators that the Marcos administration's assumptions of a 6 to 7 percent gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate for the rest of 2023 and a 6.5 to 8 percent economic growth from 2024 until 2028 are… Read More
DFA: Dozens of Filipino teachers affected by Hawaii wildfires
August 15, 2023, 6:31 pm
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Tuesday said around 50 Filipinos teaching in Hawaii were among the thousands of individuals who were able to flee from the deadly wildfires that struck the island of Maui. DFA Assistant Secretary Raymund Paul Cortes said these nationals are J-1… Read More
Speaker welcomes SMART interns ‘into the heart of democracy'
August 15, 2023, 6:19 pm
MANILA – Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Tuesday underscored the utmost importance of the Strategic Mentoring and Research Training (SMART) internship program saying it is the Chamber’s way of ensuring that the torch of leadership and service in the House of Representatives “is… Read More
DepEd launches 'Oplan Balik Eskwela,' convenes partner agencies
August 15, 2023, 6:13 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) met on Tuesday with its 17 inter-agency members for the "Oplan Balik Eskwela" (OBE) 2023 to plan mechanisms in addressing the concerns commonly encountered by the public during the opening of classes. During the OBE command conference, DepEd… Read More
Japan donates 300 MT of rice to locals affected by Mayon’s unrest
August 15, 2023, 6:07 pm
MANILA – Japan is donating 300 metric tons of rice to support families affected by Mayon Volcano's continuous unrest in the Bicol Region, the Japanese Embassy in Manila announced Tuesday. The assistance, provided under the framework of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Plus Three… Read More
VP Sara honors unconditional efforts of social workers
August 15, 2023, 6:07 pm
MANILA – Vice President Sara Z. Duterte expressed on Tuesday her appreciation for social workers for their “essential roles” during the 26th National Convention and General Assembly of Association of Local Social Welfare and Development Officers of the Philippines (ALSWDOPI) at SMX… Read More
PH, US keen on expanding agricultural cooperation
August 15, 2023, 6:02 pm
MANILA – The Philippines continues to strengthen its ties with international partners to further develop its agricultural sector by engaging in various projects. This came as officials of the Department of Agriculture (DA) led by Senior Undersecretary Domingo Panganiban met with their… Read More
Rules on payment of wages for August holidays out
August 15, 2023, 6:00 pm
MANILA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Tuesday reminded employers and workers in the private sector to observe the rules on the payment of wages on Aug. 21 (Ninoy Aquino Day) and Aug. 28 (National Heroes Day). Labor Advisory No. 17, Series of 2023, signed by Secretary… Read More
DOTr: Bike lanes to boost health, mobility in Laoag City
August 15, 2023, 5:15 pm
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Tuesday showcased the benefits of active transportation, specifically cycling, as an alternative to driving or commuting, during the groundbreaking of the expansion of active transport infrastructure in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. In his speech… Read More
Resigned BuCor official not yet off the hook
August 15, 2023, 3:40 pm
MANILA – Suspended Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) official Angelina Bautista has resigned but the investigation continues on her alleged involvement in anomalous deals. BuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. on Tuesday said his office has accepted Bautista’s resignation, subject to… Read More
Congress nod sought on P20-B emergency allowance, compensation
August 15, 2023, 3:27 pm
MANILA – The Marcos administration is asking Congress to approve the utilization of about PHP20 billion for health emergency allowance and Covid-19 compensation package. The proposed budget was included in the 2024 National Expenditure Program (NEP), the Department of Budget and Management (DBM)… Read More
CBCP backs PBBM suspension on reclamation projects
August 15, 2023, 3:16 pm
MANILA – The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) supported President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s order to suspend various reclamation projects in the country. Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo, president of CBCP's social arm Caritas Philippines, said Tuesday the suspension of 22… Read More
