BuCor buries 60 remains of PDLs
The 60 remains that have been stored for a long time at a funeral home in Muntinlupa have been removed. It was 3 o’clock in the morning when Bureau of …
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Philippines sends note verbale to China after Pag-asa incident
The Philippines conveyed a verbal message to China following the conflict at Pag-asa Island, the DFA reported Thursday. Teresita Daza, a representative for the Department of Foreign Affairs, told reporters, …
NBI files graft charges vs. former QC lawmaker
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) charged a former congressman and several others with graft and corruption before the Office of the Ombudsman for the alleged illicit transfer of P56 …
Scrutinize proposal decriminalizing use of illegal drugs – Dela Rosa
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa said this Thursday that the bill that proposes to decriminalize or no longer impose prison sentences on those caught using illegal drugs in the country …
Cop guilty of torture, planting evidence
Patrolman Jefrey Perez was found guilty of torture and planting evidence against drug war victims Carl Angelo Arnaiz and Reynaldo “Kulot” de Guzman in 2017 — a case that became …
Jinggoy wants higher disability pension for veterans
The bill to review the disability pension of disabled veterans is now in the Senate plenary. In his sponsorship speech, Senator Jinggoy Estrada said that the monthly pension of P1,000-P1,700 …
Marcos to gov’t execs: Be vigilant against corruption, temptation
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. urged career executive service officers and eligibles in the country to be vigilant against corruption as they try to reshape the bureaucracy. In his speech …
ERC targets to temporarily reduce electricity bill charges
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) aims to temporarily remove some charges from consumers’ electricity bills starting December. This is said to be in preparation for the looming increase in electricity …
Pia Cayetano warns against fake websites that charge e-arrival card fees
Senator Pia Cayetano warned about fake and sponsored websites that offer electronic registration cards or arrival cards that are paid for $70. During the demonstration in the middle of the …
Transfer P2-B from DENR fund to National Children’s Hospital – Tulfo
Senator Raffy Tulfo expressed his disappointment in the situation of the National Children’s Hospital after he visited it in conjunction with the National Children’s Month celebration. In his privileged speech, …
No more fare hikes this 2022: DOTr
This Monday, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) assured that there will be no increase in public transport fares until the end of 2022. According to Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista, the …
BI nabs 4 illegal aliens in Pasay, Mindoro
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of more foreign fugitives wanted for serious crimes in their homelands. Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said four aliens, two South Koreans and …
BI orders probe on human trafficking attempt of 3 victims
Bureau of Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco ordered an investigation on the attempt of three human trafficking victims to depart illegally. The directive comes after his office received a report on …
SSS gives financial assistance to members affected by Paeng
The Social Security System (SSS) started this Thursday to offer its financial assistance program for members and pensioners affected by the devastation of typhoon Paeng. In a statement, the SSS …
Catapang to demolish the wall Bantag built in NBP
Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) officer-in-charge Gregorio Catapang announced that he would demolish the wall built on the road inside the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) that has affected some residents of …
Around 31.3 million COVID-19 vaccines wasted in PH – Pia Cayetano
During the plenary discussion of the Department of Health (DOH) budget on Thursday, Senator Pia Cayetano stated that up to 31.3 million COVID-19 vaccines are being wasted nationwide. The Health …
P25/kilo rice available at Kadiwa ng Pasko stalls
Rice can now be purchased at P25 per kilo at the Kadiwa ng Pasko stalls launched by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in various places in the country. On the Kadiwa …
Raffy Tulfo, Cynthia Villar debate on ‘farm to subdivision’ issue
Senator Raffy Tulfo and Senator Cynthia Villar got into a heated argument regarding the purchase of farmland by private developers to convert it into residential and commercial spaces. The debate …
Manila Water, Maynilad rate hike in 2023 approved
Customers of Manila Water Company Inc and Maynilad Water Services Inc costumers can expect higher water bills starting in 2023 after the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) approves the …
P20/kilo rice will soon be reached: President Marcos
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr announced this Wednesday that the country would soon achieve the P20 price per kilo of rice, which was one of his promises during the campaign. Marcos …
BI rolls out updated system, prioritizes OFWs
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco vowed to prioritize overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) traveling in and out of the country this holiday season. According to Tansingco, they have recently …
Over 2 million tourists visit the Philippines – DOT
Tourism revenue has surpassed P100 billion, with over two million tourists visiting the country since its borders reopened for leisure travel in February of this year, according to the Department …
Bantag has no plans to surrender
Suspended Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gerald Bantag opposed the recent call by Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla to surrender to his alleged involvement in the killing …
Sen. Grace Poe supports proposed new Comelec building
Senator Grace Poe supports the plan to build the Commission on Election (Comelec)’s own building. In the senate’s budget hearing, Poe said it would be better for the commission than …
Fertility rate in PH declines to 2 children in 2022
Based on the preliminary results of the 2022 National Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS), the total fertility rate1 (TFR) of Filipino women aged 15 to 49 years declined from 2.7 children …
Tulfo wants probe on DPWH projects
Senator Raffy Tulfo wants to investigate the projects of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) due to corruption allegations. “Siguro sa mga project, project ng DPWH. Kasi maraming …