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PAGASA warns of dangerous heat index in 38 areas
April 25, 2024, 6:51 am
MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned of dangerous heat index levels in 38 areas across the country on Thursday. Based on the weather bureau’s 5 p.m. forecast on Wednesday, the following areas may have a heat index ranging… Read More
DMW bars Filipino seafarers from ships passing Red Sea, Gulf of Aden
April 24, 2024, 10:27 pm
MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Wednesday issued an order that prohibits the deployment of Filipino seafarers on cruise and passenger ships that sail through the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. Department Order 2, signed by DMW officer-in-charge Undersecretary Hans Leo Cacdac… Read More
PNP policy on tattoos has no legal basis – lawmaker
April 24, 2024, 7:54 pm
MANILA – A lawmaker at the House of Representatives said Wednesday the Philippine National Police (PNP) policy regulating tattoos among its personnel and applicants has no legal basis. In a statement, Manila Rep. Joel Chua said there is no basis in existing laws against the bearing and sporting… Read More
VP Sara thanks PBBM for continued trust, support
April 24, 2024, 7:15 pm
MANILA – Vice President Sara Duterte expressed Wednesday her gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for his continued trust and support in her function as education chief. "Maraming salamat, Pangulong Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr., sa patuloy na pagtitiwala sa akin bilang Kalihim… Read More
Gov’t taking all necessary steps to protect, promote human rights
April 24, 2024, 6:17 pm
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Wednesday assured that the government remains resolute in reforming law enforcement in the country to protect and promote human rights under the Bagong Pilipinas of the Marcos administration. "We guarantee that reforms are in place to change the… Read More
Australian-American sex offender barred from entering PH
April 24, 2024, 5:36 pm
MANILA – An Australian-American national wanted by authorities in the United States for various sex offenses was intercepted and barred from entering the country, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Wednesday. In a statement, BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said 54-year-old Robert David… Read More
Private sector urges increased gov’t investment in PH digitalization
April 24, 2024, 5:14 pm
MANILA – The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) on Wednesday sought an increase in government spending towards developing the country’s internet infrastructure. In a statement, PSAC called for an increase in the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s (DICT)… Read More
DSWD insulates programs from politics, adheres to guidelines – spox
April 24, 2024, 5:13 pm
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday said it would maintain the highest level of professionalism in delivering public services, free from politics and other ill motivations, the agency’s spokesperson said on Wednesday. Irene Dumlao, assistant secretary… Read More
Face-to-face classes in Manila suspended until Friday
April 24, 2024, 5:09 pm Updated on April 24, 2024, 6:24 pm
MANILA – The suspension of face-to-face classes in the city of Manila has been extended until April 26 by Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan. The Manila Public Information Office announced the extension of the class suspension on its Facebook page on Wednesday. “Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan… Read More
OPAPRU hails AFP's neutralization of top BIFF leader
April 24, 2024, 4:53 pm
MANILA – The military's neutralization of a ranking leader of the extremist Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) and 11 other members highlights its commitment to achieving lasting peace in Mindanao, the country's peace body said Wednesday. In a statement, Office of the Presidential… Read More
PNP firm on non-cooperation with ICC drug war probe
April 24, 2024, 4:44 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said it would follow the government's non-cooperation stance on the International Criminal Court's (ICC) investigation into the drug war of the past administration. “We have courts that can hear any cases of abuse or irregularities… Read More
House to probe widening gap in farm gate, retail prices of basic goods
April 24, 2024, 4:23 pm
MANILA – Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Wednesday said he would spearhead an investigation in aid of legislation into the widening gap between farmgate and retail prices of rice and other basic goods as soon as the House of Representatives resumes its session on April 29. Among others,… Read More
Hontiveros wants ban on POGOs, says ‘hotspot of fugitives’
April 24, 2024, 4:23 pm
MANILA – Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros is calling for an immediate ban on the operation of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operation (POGO) in the country, saying human trafficking is part of its business model. Hontiveros made the statement during her inspection Wednesday, together… Read More
PNP chief: Revocation of Quiboloy’s gun permits under review
April 24, 2024, 4:13 pm
MANILA – Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Wednesday said he has received the recommendation of the Firearms and Explosives Office (FEO) to revoke the firearms registration and license to own and possess firearms (LTOPF) of fugitive Kingdom of Jesus Christ… Read More
Marcos thumbs down illegal parking fine increase
April 24, 2024, 4:10 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has revoked a provision in a Metro Manila Council (MMC) resolution seeking to increase the fine for illegal parking in the metropolis from PHP1,000 up to PHP4,000. In a short video message posted on social media Wednesday, Marcos said his decision… Read More
10-13 tropical cyclones likely to hit PH May-Oct
April 24, 2024, 4:01 pm
MANILA – About 10 to 13 tropical cyclones are forecast to enter the country from May to October this year, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Wednesday. One or two tropical cyclones are expected in May and June, while two to three are… Read More
Comelec to include case vs. ex-chief in Smartmatic ruling plea
April 24, 2024, 3:59 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is looking to include the money laundering case filed against its former chief Andres Bautista before a United States court in its motion for reconsideration (MR) on the Supreme Court's ruling, voiding the disqualification of service provider… Read More
EDSA Greenways to improve commuter experience, create greener cities
April 24, 2024, 3:57 pm
MANILA – The government’s Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) Greenways Project will improve the experience for commuters in the National Capital Region (NCR) as well as transform cities into becoming greener. During a meeting of the EDSA Greenways Project Inter-Agency Coordinating Council… Read More
CSC urges honor grads to apply for special eligibility, work in gov’t
April 24, 2024, 3:56 pm
MANILA – The Civil Service Commission is encouraging college graduates who have earned Latin honors to apply for the Honor Graduate Eligibility (HGE) and pursue a career in the public sector. “Summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude graduates no longer need to take the Career Service… Read More
DAR to cooperatives: Encourage more farmers to be ARBO members
April 24, 2024, 3:36 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) on Wednesday urged cooperatives to encourage more farmers to join agrarian reform beneficiaries organizations (ARBOs) to receive more support. During the rites for the turnover of farm machinery in Bohol province, DAR Assistant Secretary Virgilio… Read More
