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PNP sees no risk in integration of ex-MILF, MNLF rebels into ranks
April 30, 2024, 4:15 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it does not see any security risk arising from the integration of former members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) into the police force. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said the… Read More
IMF: PH one of sources of repeated growth surprise
April 30, 2024, 4:05 pm
MANILA – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday said the Philippines is one of the resilient economies in the region, with growth mostly supported by domestic demand. "India and the Philippines have been the source of repeated positive growth surprises, supported by resilient domestic… Read More
8 E. Visayas towns commit to implement adoption law
April 30, 2024, 3:55 pm
TACLOBAN CITY – The National Authority for Child Care (NACC) has signed an agreement with eight local government units (LGUs) in Eastern Visayas to carry out the foster care program. The LGUs are Basey in Samar; Dulag, Abuyog, Barugo, and Merida in Leyte; and Libagon, Silago, and Maasin City in… Read More
Hunt on vs. killers of IP village councilor in Maguindanao Sur
April 30, 2024, 3:54 pm
COTABATO CITY – Police are now tracking down two gunmen on a motorcycle who ambushed and killed a village councilor representing the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in Datu Hoffer town, Maguindanao del Sur, on Monday afternoon. Lt. Albert Pansoy, town police chief, identified the victim as Timuay (IP… Read More
DOJ witness protection program posts 95% success rate in 2023
April 30, 2024, 2:56 pm
MANILA – The government’s program for protecting state witnesses crucial in prosecuting criminal cases has exceeded its performance target for 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said Tuesday. In a statement, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said the DOJ’s Witness Protection,… Read More
NFA, group: Subsidized rice in markets good option for consumers
April 30, 2024, 2:52 pm
MANILA – The National Food Authority (NFA) and a consumer group on Tuesday said the availability of subsidized rice in local markets shall serve as a beneficial option for consumers. This came shortly after the House of Representatives reviewed the implementation of Republic Act (RA) 11203 or… Read More
Senator lauds LTFRB's move to ease initial requirements for PUVMP
April 30, 2024, 2:52 pm
MANILA – Senator Francis Tolentino on Tuesday lauded the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for giving drivers and operators a big “breathing room” as the deadline for the consolidation of public utility vehicles (PUVs) had ended. During his regular radio program in… Read More
Gov't ramping up measures to address inflation
April 30, 2024, 2:49 pm
MANILA – Economic managers will meet officials of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to ramp up government interventions to better address food inflation. "Our next economic managers meeting will be with the DA so we can focus on food inflation," Finance Secretary Ralph Recto told reporters in… Read More
G7 reaches deal to shut down coal plants by 2035
April 30, 2024, 2:46 pm
ISTANBUL – The Group of Seven energy ministers on Monday pledged to close their coal plants by 2035 at the latest, potentially setting a global example for fighting the climate crisis, media outlets reported. “We do have an agreement to phase out coal in the first half of the 2030s,”… Read More
PCG, BFAR vessels blocked by Chinese ships anew
April 30, 2024, 2:37 pm
MANILA – At least 10 Chinese vessels again performed "dangerous" maneuvering, blocking and water cannoning two Philippine government vessels on maritime patrol in Bajo de Masinloc on Monday. In a statement Tuesday, National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) spokesperson,… Read More
Ilocos Norte gears up cloud seeding operation
April 30, 2024, 2:36 pm
LAOAG CITY – At least 50 bags of sodium chloride weighing 25 kilograms each and a helicopter of the Philippine Airforce are on standby on Tuesday while waiting for the perfect timing to conduct cloud seeding operation in drought-hit Solsona town. “All is set for the conduct of possible cloud… Read More
Build Better More program to back Cemex’s financial rebound
April 30, 2024, 2:19 pm
MANILA – DMCI Holdings, Inc., which is acquiring the publicly listed cement manufacturer Cemex Holdings Philippines (CHP), is hopeful that the administration’s infrastructure program and the easing of monetary policy will help turn around CHP’s financial performance. “While cement demand… Read More
IOC promises innovation at Paris 2024 with help of AI
April 30, 2024, 1:12 pm
GENEVA – The International Olympic Committee announced Monday that the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide immersive and interactive onsite experiences with the help of AI-driven technologies. "Our partnership with Intel has propelled us into a realm where emerging technologies,… Read More
Temporary aid pier off Gaza to be operational in May: Pentagon
April 30, 2024, 12:36 pm
WASHINGTON – A temporary pier being constructed off Gaza’s coast for delivering humanitarian aid will be operational in May, a Pentagon spokesperson said Monday. "We're scheduled on track to meet our goal of early May," Sabrina Singh told reporters. The Pentagon announced on March 8 that it… Read More
Senate panel tackles preservation, enhancement of PH culture, heritage
April 30, 2024, 12:19 pm
MANILA – The Senate Committee on Culture and Arts chaired by Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda on Tuesday opened discussions on 32 bills seeking to establish key cultural institutions, declare national heritage zones, and safeguard diverse traditions, languages, arts, and practices that… Read More
Saudi begins compliance evaluation for PH seaman certifications
April 30, 2024, 12:04 pm
MANILA – A delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has begun the evaluation of the Philippines’ system of maritime education, training, and certification compliance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). In a… Read More
OVP cautions public vs. groups claiming links to VP Sara
April 30, 2024, 11:39 am
MANILA – The Office of the Vice President (OVP) urged the public to be more vigilant as it flagged groups misrepresenting and linking their affairs to Vice President Sara Duterte or her office. "Binabalaan ng Office of the Vice President ang publiko laban sa mga tao o grupo na ginagamit ang… Read More
Lawmaker urges DPWH, MMDA to ensure public infra ready for La Niña
April 30, 2024, 11:18 am
MANILA – Senator Ramon Revilla Jr. on Tuesday called on the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to adequately prepare for the impending La Niña season, expected to bring heavier rainfall than usual. In a statement, Revilla emphasized… Read More
Teodoro hails Japan's strong support of AFP modernization
April 30, 2024, 11:06 am
MANILA – Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has thanked Japan for its strong support of the ongoing Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program. Teodoro made the remark in his meeting with Japanese State Minister of Defense Oniki Makoto at the DND… Read More
PH, US, France conclude 1st 'Balikatan' multilateral maritime drill
April 30, 2024, 10:26 am
MANILA – The first "multilateral maritime exercise" between the Philippines, United States, and France for this year's "Balikatan" exercises successfully ended on Monday, with all four participating vessels able to complete the activity without any untoward incident. "The first iteration of the… Read More
