PNP to arrest fakers of RT-PCR test results
The Department of the Interior and the Local Government (DILG) has ordered the Philippine National Police (PNP) to arrest and prosecute those who are faking COVID-19 RT-PCR test results. According …
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Zarate: Importation of pork, poultry will kill agri sector
For Bayan Muna Representative Carlos Isagani Zarate, the Department of Agriculture’s plan to import pork and chicken products would kill the hogs and poultry industry. Zarate said importation should be …
70% of Metro Manila population could be vaccinated this year – OCTA research
A member of the OCTA Research Team said Sunday that 70% of Metro Manila’s population could be vaccinated against COVID-19 this year. “I think the total population dito sa three …
Pork, chicken supply in NCR low due to ‘pork holiday’
Many meat vendors in Metro Manila wet markets went on a “pork holiday” due to the price cap imposed by the government, resulting in a low of supply pork and …
Around 7 girls aged 14 below give birth in PH every day – PopCom
Commission on Population (PopCom) reported that around seven Filipino girls aged 14 and below give birth in the Philippines every day. PopCom said the number of births among girls 14 …
SRP on car seats eyed – DTI
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) mulls imposing a suggested retail price (SRP) on car seats to ensure that prices would not spike as the government begins implementing the …
Inflation in January 2021 highest in 2 years
Headline inflation rose again in January 2021 after the recorded kicks in commodity prices, especially when it comes to food, according to the Philippine Statistical Authority (PSA). “Ang headline inflation …
Missing fisher from Quezon rescued in Romblon
Authorities rescued the 33-year-old fisherman from Quezon who had been floating in the sea for several days in his boat. According to the Corcuera Municipal Police Station, they received a …
Prices of flowers in Dangwa days before Valentine’s
Even though Valentine’s Day is still a few days away, flower sellers in Dangwa in Manila are eager, especially since this Feb-Ibig is making their business strong. According to the …
Aklan LGU fears pork supply shortage
The provincial government of Aklan is now worried that there may be a shortage of pork supply if the higher demand for the product in Manila continues. Concerns arose when …
Types of hospitals that will receive first batch of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines
Malacañang announced Friday the types of hospitals whose workers would be among the first to receive the first supplies of COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer. These are the following hospitals: a) …
Malacañang releases COVID-19 vaccine priority list
Malacañang on Friday released the list of specific priority groups for the government’s COVID-19 vaccination program. The priority list is as follows: A1: Frontline workers in health facilities both national …
PH allows entry of more foreigners starting Feb. 16
Malacañang announced on Friday that the Philippines would allow the entry of more foreigners with valid visas starting February 16. According to Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, the government’s task force …
Unauthorized use of PNP uniform punishable – Sinas
Philippine National Police chief Debold Sinas reminded the public that the unauthorized use of PNP’s uniform is punishable by law. Below is the press release of the PNP published on …
American stranded in NAIA arrested for exposing self, unruly behavior
Authorities arrested an American who was stranded at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for 3 weeks for indecency and unruly behavior. The 75-year-old Maurice Francis O’Connor was currently detained …
Old tank, extreme pressure possible cause of Navotas ammonia leak
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the ammonia leak at an ice plant in Navotas City in which 2 died and more than 90 were taken to hospital. According to …
Properties of PH in Japan not for sale – Locsin
Foreign Affairs Sec. Teodoro Locsin Jr. That he would not allow the sale of Philippine properties in Japan. According to Locsin, he will not sell the blood of the Filipinos …
Commission on Audit finds 181 of its paintings are missing
The Commission on Audit found in an inventory report released on January 29, that the agency’s 181 paintings were missing. This was over 50% of the artworks which are recorded …
Parents can bring child safety seats when riding taxis, TNVS – Ejecito
The author of Child Car Seat Law said parents may have to bring their own child safety seats when riding taxis or transport network vehicle service to secure their children. …
Mayor in Quezon grants single employees leave ‘to find true love’
Mayor Matt Erwin of General Luna, Quezon has granted a paid leave of absence to single employees of the local government on February 11, 2021. “Pinapayagan ko kayo mag LEAVE …
Two Aetas allegedly tortured by military
Two Aetas from Zambales allegedly suffered torture when they were arrested by the soldiers in August 2020. They are accused of being members of the New People’s Army who allegedly …
Man pretends to be NBI agent; arrested for extortion
On Wednesday, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) arrested a former “civilian volunteer” who identified himself as an agent after allegedly getting more than P100,000 from those who approached the …
One Dream Global founder arrested for estafa
Quezon City Police District (QCPD) personnel on Wednesday arrested the founder of One Dream Global, an alleged company that started the fake investment scheme. The suspect was identified as Arnel …
‘Estafa Queen’ of Cebu arrested in Lapu-Lapu City
Cebu’s so-called “estafa queen” Leonora Cantero, who was wanted in various cases of fraud throughout the province and even in Luzon, was arrested in Lapu-Lapu City on Wednesday. According to …
Some hog raisers, vendors close stores; refuse to follow price ceiling
In the face of the imminent implementation of the price ceiling on pork prices, some vendors and traders think it is better for them to stop selling and raising pigs …
Gov’t health workers beg for allowance’s release
Some health workers from 3 government hospitals protested on Thursday for allegedly delaying their allowances. They are willing to even pass it on as a gift check, vouchers, or grocery …