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BOC-NAIA seizes P56.5-M worth of illegal drugs, arrests two foreigners
August 15, 2024, 3:56 pm Updated on August 15, 2024, 4:32 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Customs - Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) on Thursday reported the arrest of two foreigners for allegedly attempting to smuggle suspected “shabu” and high-grade marijuana worth PHP56,557,000 into the country. In a news release, District Collector Yasmin… Read More
PCG accuses China Coast Guard of neglecting fishing regulations in WPS
August 15, 2024, 3:44 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Thursday accused the China Coast Guard (CCG) of neglecting its responsibilities with the Western Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) due to its failure to properly inspect Chinese fishing vessels. In a statement, PCG spokesperson for the West… Read More
Taguig op yields P3.06-M shabu; 2 female high-value targets nabbed
August 15, 2024, 3:23 pm Updated on August 15, 2024, 6:17 pm
MANILA – Operatives of the Southern Police District (SPD) arrested two high-value individuals (HVIs) and seized PHP3.06 million worth of shabu in a sting operation in Taguig City at dawn on Thursday. In a report, the National Capital Region Police Office said authorities launched buy-bust at… Read More
AFP Reserve Command has new chief
August 15, 2024, 3:05 pm
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Thursday announced that Col. Ferdinand Geminic Ramirez has been appointed to head the AFP Reserve Command (AFPRESCOM) effective Aug. 14. Ramirez, a member of Philippine Military Academy Class of 1992, assumed command following the retirement of… Read More
Cebu Pacific launches Hong Kong, Singapore flights via Davao, Iloilo
August 15, 2024, 2:18 pm
MANILA – Cebu Pacific (CEB) is further expanding connectivity across the regions, launching flights to Hong Kong via Davao and resuming direct flights between Singapore and Iloilo later this year. According to Changi Airport's Facebook post on Thursday, CEB is the only airline that would fly the… Read More
DBM chief urges Congress to pass Budget Modernization Bill
August 15, 2024, 12:45 pm
MANILA – Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has renewed her call on Congress to pass the pending Progressive Budgeting for Better and Modernized (PBBM) Governance Bill. In a statement issued Thursday, the DBM said it is coordinating with the legislature to… Read More
P706-M aid given to families affected by weather disturbances
August 15, 2024, 12:34 pm
MANILA – Some PHP706.09 million worth of assistance has been provided to families affected by the effects of the southwest monsoon (habagat) and Typhoons Butchoy and Carina that devastated a large part of the country last July, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)… Read More
DMW hikes financial aid to distressed OFWs
August 15, 2024, 11:49 am
MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has increased the amount of financial assistance to distressed overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and members of their families. In a social media post on Wednesday, the DMW said that its financial assistance under the Agarang Kalinga at Saklolo… Read More
AFP chief hails outgoing Spain defense attaché for enhancing ties
August 15, 2024, 10:41 am
MANILA – Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief, Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., on Wednesday afternoon hailed the outgoing defense attaché of Spain for his efforts in further beefing up the defense and military relationships between the two nations. Brawner awarded Col. Javier Martin Gil with the… Read More
PBBM inks law creating 3 Shari'a judicial districts, 12 circuit courts
August 15, 2024, 10:13 am Updated on August 15, 2024, 6:37 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed into law Republic Act (RA) 12018, creating three more Shari'a judicial districts and 12 circuit courts across the country. RA 12018, signed by Marcos on Aug. 12, amends Articles 138, 147, and 150 of Presidential Decree (PD) 1083 or the Code… Read More
PTFoMS aids Aklan KBP chair vs. municipal employee harassment
August 15, 2024, 8:43 am
MANILA – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) on Thursday said it is assisting the provincial chairperson of the Kapisanan ng mga Broadcaster sa Pilipinas (KBP) in Aklan province who was harassed and threatened by a municipal employee of Kalibo town in the latter’s radio… Read More
DBM to gov’t agencies: Absorb COS, JO employees
August 15, 2024, 8:40 am
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is calling on government agencies to absorb contract of service (COS) and job order (JO) workers and help them qualify for the vacant plantilla or permanent positions in their respective offices. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandamand said out… Read More
Isolated rain showers to prevail across PH
August 15, 2024, 8:38 am
MANILA – Most parts of the country will experience isolated rain showers due to localized thunderstorms, the weather bureau said Thursday. "The weak southwest monsoon, however, will bring rains across Northern Luzon," said Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services… Read More
DENR helps LGUs have own oil spill rapid response teams
August 15, 2024, 8:09 am
MANILA – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is starting to engage local government units (LGUs), especially those which host ports, to help them establish their own oil spill rapid response force. DENR Secretary Ma. Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga, during a hearing of the Senate… Read More
PH highlights scientific discussion in boosting tuna production
August 15, 2024, 8:06 am
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday highlighted the significance of scientific discussions in boosting tuna production as the country hosts the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) 20th Regular Session of the Scientific Committee. The eight-day meeting,… Read More
DAR to create opportunities for women ARBs
August 15, 2024, 6:33 am
MANILA – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has vowed to create opportunities for women agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) while ensuring gender equality. In a news release on Wednesday, DAR Undersecretary Rowena Niña Taduran said the department’s goal is to create an inclusive… Read More
DICT warns public vs. unsanctioned independent tower companies
August 14, 2024, 10:38 pm
MANILA – The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Wednesday warned the public against several unverified independent tower companies (ITC) that seek to gather information or propose to purchase properties. In an advisory, the DICT said the ITCs, introducing… Read More
MCIA, Cebu Pacific partner for sustainable airport ops
August 14, 2024, 10:36 pm
MANILA – The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) and low-cost airline Cebu Pacific (CEB) have partnered for sustainable airport operations, pioneering the use of bridge mounted equipment (BME) in the country. The BME helps airlines cut fuel cost as it reduces carbon emissions since BME has… Read More
DSWD holds social registry test run amid gov’t digital transformation
August 14, 2024, 10:33 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) National Household Targeting Office (NHTO) has conducted a test run of the i-Registro, a dynamic social registry (DSR) for the agency’s potential beneficiaries, to further boost the social protection system in the country.… Read More
House OKs tax-free athletes' rewards, incentives bill on 2nd reading
August 14, 2024, 9:48 pm Updated on August 15, 2024, 4:50 pm
MANILA – A measure exempting from taxes all incentives, rewards, and donations to national athletes competing in international sports competitions hurdled second reading at the House of Representatives. During the plenary session on Wednesday, the chamber passed via voice vote House Bill (HB)… Read More
