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Senate inquiry on proposed Landbank-DBP merger sought
July 28, 2023, 3:16 pm
MANILA – A senator wants to look into the proposed merger between the Landbank of the Philippines (LBP) and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) likely to be finalized by the middle of 2024. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said Friday the proposed merger should respond to the needs of… Read More
EO grants tax benefits to IPPs under BOT deals with state firms
July 28, 2023, 2:18 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. issued an executive order granting real tax benefits to Independent Power Producers (IPP) operating under the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) scheme contracts with government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs). Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, by… Read More
Ticket sold in Bulacan wins P93.6-M Super Lotto jackpot
July 28, 2023, 2:17 pm
MANILA – A lone bettor from Bulacan province became an instant millionaire after winning the jackpot of Thursday night’s Super Lotto 6/49 draw. In an advisory Friday, Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Melquiades Robles said the bettor guessed the winning combination… Read More
Comelec chief maintains 2022 polls results not rigged
July 28, 2023, 11:35 am
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) strongly denied allegations the results of the 2022 national and local elections (NLE) were rigged. In a statement released Thursday night, Comelec chairperson George Erwin Garcia junked in detail the arguments raised by the camp of former… Read More
NPA downfall looms with death of another ranking leader - Brawner
July 28, 2023, 11:33 am
MANILA – Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. on Friday said the death of a ranking New People’s Army (NPA) leader in an encounter with troops in Northern Mindanao will help hasten the defeat of the communist movement. In a statement, the AFP chief cited 4th… Read More
PAL, CebuPac cancel 10 flights due to Egay
July 28, 2023, 11:10 am
MANILA – Local carriers Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Cebu Pacific (CEB) have canceled 10 local and international flights on Friday, citing the effects of Typhoon Egay. In an advisory, PAL said the canceled flights are PR 2196/2197 and PR 2198/2199 Manila-Laoag-Manila; PR 330/331… Read More
NDRRMC: 13 dead as Egay, habagat batter most of PH
July 28, 2023, 11:00 am
MANILA – At least 13 people have been reported dead due to the combined effects of Typhoon Egay and the southwest monsoon or habagat, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported Friday. In its latest bulletin, the NDRRMC said six deaths have been validated –… Read More
Habagat rains in Luzon; new TC to enter PAR this weekend
July 28, 2023, 10:27 am
MANILA – The southwest monsoon or habagat will bring rain showers across Luzon and Western Visayas on Friday as a new tropical cyclone (TC) is expected to enter the country over the weekend, the weather bureau said. In its 4 a.m. weather bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and… Read More
AFP deploys land, air, naval units for Egay rescue ops
July 28, 2023, 9:49 am
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has deployed troops for relief and rescue efforts in communities in Northern Luzon that were devastated by Typhoon Egay. The Philippine Army (PA) announced that rescue units of its Isabela-based 5th Infantry Division (5ID) are conducting… Read More
Malaysian investors interested in MIF - PBBM
July 28, 2023, 8:32 am Updated on July 28, 2023, 8:24 pm
MANILA – Malaysian investors have expressed interest in the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF), the Philippines’ first-ever sovereign wealth fund, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Thursday. He, however, noted that Malaysian investors are “the most careful of all” and want to know the… Read More
PBBM assures immediate aid to Egay victims
July 28, 2023, 8:07 am Updated on July 28, 2023, 2:45 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday guaranteed that the government would provide immediate assistance to the victims of Typhoon Egay (international name Doksuri). “Right now, it’s rescue kasi may mga stranded pa. Mayroon nabaha (rescue operations are being conducted for… Read More
BARMM development part of agenda for prosperity - DBM chief
July 27, 2023, 10:08 pm
MANILA – The Marcos administration’s agenda for prosperity covers the development of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said Thursday. Pangandaman gave the assurance when she led the 15th National Government - Bangsamoro Government… Read More
Signal No. 1 still hoisted over parts of N. Luzon
July 27, 2023, 8:27 pm
MANILA – Some areas in Northern Luzon remain under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 even if Typhoon Egay (international name Doksuri) is already outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, the weather bureau said Thursday afternoon. Batanes, northern portion of Apayao (Calanasan, Luna,… Read More
Informal sector involved in waste management must be protected
July 27, 2023, 8:22 pm
MANILA – Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Antonia Loyzaga said the informal sector who helps in the country’s solid waste management effort must be protected and their contribution valued. “There is a whole group of informal sector participants in the solid… Read More
Use crop climate calendars to boost PBBM’s climate change agenda
July 27, 2023, 7:46 pm
MANILA – Pinuno Party-list Rep. Howard Guintu on Thursday pushed for the use of “crop climate calendars” throughout the country to boost the climate change agenda of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. “Tulad ni Pangulong Marcos, naniniwala tayo na ang economic agenda ay kailangang… Read More
28 of 51 high-end cars seized in Pasig now in custody of BOC
July 27, 2023, 7:37 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Thursday reminded importers and dealers to exercise strict and prompt compliance with customs laws and regulations in the country following the seizure of 51 high-end vehicles displayed in a showroom in Pasig City. In a statement, BOC Commissioner… Read More
DSWD sends 20K food packs to areas in Ilocos hit hard by Egay
July 27, 2023, 7:11 pm Updated on July 28, 2023, 8:52 am
MANILA – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian on Thursday ordered the immediate delivery of additional 20,000 family food packs (FFPs) to Ilocos, one of the hardest-hit regions in Northern Luzon by Super Typhoon Egay. Gatchalian directed the Disaster… Read More
BuCor lifts red alert at NBP, but still no visits allowed
July 27, 2023, 7:02 pm
MANILA – Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. on Thursday lifted the code red status at the National Bilibid Prison (NBP) in Muntinlupa City but jail visitations are still indefinitely suspended. Supt Geraldo Aro, director for administration, in a… Read More
SC clears VP Sara’s husband, another lawyer in admin raps
July 27, 2023, 6:55 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) has dismissed for lack of merit an administrative complaint filed against two lawyers, including the husband of Vice President Sara Duterte. In a resolution made public recently and promulgated on June 14, the SC First Division cleared lawyers Edgar Dennis A.… Read More
Solon wants inflation-adjusted hikes in 4Ps cash grants
July 27, 2023, 6:41 pm
MANILA – A party-list lawmaker on Thursday recommended inflation-adjusted increases on the cash grants for Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries. In a statement, AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert Lee said an annual review is also necessary for a more focused monitoring and… Read More
