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House approves bill amending rule on candidate substitution in polls
August 13, 2024, 8:22 pm
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved on second reading a measure prohibiting the option to substitute candidates who withdrew from the electoral race. The chamber passed through voice voting House Bill 10524, which seeks to amend Section 77 of the Omnibus Election Code by… Read More
PBBM orders rationalization of SHS curriculum
August 13, 2024, 7:42 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has ordered the rationalization of the senior high school (SHS) curriculum, Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara said Tuesday. In a Palace press briefing, Angara said the plan is to make the subjects in four career tracks optional for… Read More
LTO summons driver for blocking bike lane in viral video
August 13, 2024, 7:41 pm
MANILA – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Tuesday summoned the driver of a sedan that blocked a bike lane, caught on video that went viral on social media. In a statement, LTO Chief, Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II said an investigation is ongoing to find out whether the driver and… Read More
Mandatory random drug testing bill could face constitutionality issues
August 13, 2024, 7:24 pm Updated on August 13, 2024, 7:49 pm
MANILA – Lawmakers on Tuesday raised concerns about the constitutionality of the proposal to mandate all elected public officials to undergo random drug testing every six months. In a press conference, PBA Party-list Rep. Margarita Nograles said the mandatory drug testing bill, proposed by Davao… Read More
BFAR: Fish, shells from Cavite waters still unsafe to eat
August 13, 2024, 7:08 pm
MANILA – Fish and shellfish from the coastal waters of Cavite province remain unfit for human consumption, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said Tuesday. In a statement, the BFAR said this is based on its on-ground sensory evaluation of fishing areas and communities… Read More
Angara: 'Matatag' curriculum to be revised based on teachers’ inputs
August 13, 2024, 6:39 pm
MANILA – The Matatag curriculum, which was crafted and implemented during Vice President Sara Duterte’s time at the Department of Education (DepEd), will be amended based on the experience and inputs of teachers, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said Tuesday. “Mayroon tayong inisyu na… Read More
OVP assures Libreng Sakay aid to commuters amid 3-day transport strike
August 13, 2024, 6:35 pm
MANILA – The Office of the Vice President (OVP) on Tuesday assured aid to commuters who will be affected by a planned three-day nationwide transport strike transport groups Manibela and Piston starting Thursday through its Libreng Sakay (free ride) program. “The Office of the Vice President… Read More
Senate approves bill designating archipelagic sea lanes
August 13, 2024, 6:32 pm
MANILA – Senators unanimously approved on Tuesday Senate Bill No. 2665 or the Archipelagic Sea Lanes (ASL) Act, a landmark measure that aims to strengthen the country's territorial integrity and national security by designating ASLs throughout the country. Senate Majority Leader Francis… Read More
DPWH’s use of plastic waste as additive for road projects lauded
August 13, 2024, 6:11 pm
MANILA – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) was commended by Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. on Tuesday for allowing shredded plastic waste as an additive in asphalt to extend the lifespan of roads across the country. “Noon pa man ay minumungkahi ko na sa DPWH na gawing… Read More
Parity in cash incentives for Paralympic, Olympic athletes sought
August 13, 2024, 5:56 pm
MANILA – The cash incentives for national athletes who win medals in international competitions must be equal, including for differently-abled athletes. Following the achievements of Filipino athletes in the recent Paris Olympics and with six more set to see action in the Aug. 28 to Sept. 8… Read More
Ombudsman dismisses Alice Guo from service
August 13, 2024, 5:30 pm Updated on August 13, 2024, 7:04 pm
MANILA – The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the dismissal from service of suspended Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo for grave misconduct. In an order dated Aug. 12, the Ombudsman also ordered the forfeiture of Guo’s retirement benefits and perpetually banned her from holding public office.… Read More
CAVITEX segment to remain toll-free
August 13, 2024, 5:10 pm
MANILA – A segment of the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) will remain toll-free until the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) approves the resumption of toll collection, the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) said Tuesday. In a statement, the PRA said the toll holiday declared by President… Read More
SSS membership of village officials pushed
August 13, 2024, 4:51 pm
MANILA – Speaker Martin Romualdez on Tuesday vowed to grant social security coverage for barangay officials under the Social Security System (SSS). During the Liga ng mga Barangay sa Pilipinas 2024 National Congress at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Romualdez said he has met with SSS… Read More
DA: Talks with regional offices underway to prevent tomato wastage
August 13, 2024, 4:33 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday said it is now coordinating with regional offices to prevent tomato wastage amid the off-season harvest. "We are talking already with the regional field office ng Cordillera at (of Cordillera Administrative Region and) Region II to check… Read More
Comelec serves subpoena to Guo over misrepresentation case
August 13, 2024, 4:24 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Tuesday served a subpoena to suspend Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo in connection with the case filed against her for alleged material misrepresentation when she ran in the May 2022 polls. In an interview, Comelec-Central Luzon assistant regional… Read More
Bill on Meralco's franchise renewal hurdles House panel
August 13, 2024, 4:15 pm
MANILA – The bill renewing the franchise of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) for another 25 years has hurdled committee level at the House of Representatives. According to a news release on Tuesday, the House Committee on Legislative Franchises approved the consolidation of House Bills (HBs) 9793,… Read More
DA: Expired vaccines will not be used nor purchased vs. ASF
August 13, 2024, 3:36 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Tuesday assured that expired vaccines will neither be used nor purchased against the African swine fever (ASF). "We can assure you na iyong bibilhin at gagamitin ay (that those that will be procured and used are) not those previously sent here,”… Read More
MMDA to implement ‘stop-and-go’ traffic for PH Olympians parade
August 13, 2024, 3:34 pm
MANILA – The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will implement a “stop-and-go” traffic scheme along the parade route for the country’s Paris Olympics athletes on Wednesday. In a press conference at the MMDA headquarters in Pasig City on Tuesday, MMDA acting chair Don Artes… Read More
Lower RCOA threshold to translate into bigger electricity savings
August 13, 2024, 3:30 pm
MANILA – Senator Win Gatchalian on Tuesday urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to fast-track and fully implement lower retail competition and open access (RCOA) threshold to enable consumers to enjoy competitive electricity pricing. “Lowering the threshold from 500 kilowatts to the… Read More
DepEd: Omit master’s degree requirement for guidance counselors
August 13, 2024, 3:10 pm
MANILA – The Department of Education (DepEd) is seeking the removal of the requirement of a master’s degree to become guidance counselors in a bid to fill vacancies and help address bullying in schools. There are around 5,000 vacant guidance counselor positions in schools across the country,… Read More
