Manny Pacquiao spent over P60M personal funds for his campaign
Senator Manny Pacquiao has reported spending more than P119 million on his May 2022 presidential campaign, of which P62 million came from his own pocket. According to his Statement of …
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Oil price hikes to continue in coming weeks – DOE
Oil price hikes, which are already a burden for motorists and public utility vehicle (PUV) users, are projected to continue in the coming weeks, according to a DOE official. In …
BI-Interpol system expands to satellite offices nationwide
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has signed an agreement expanding access to International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) systems to its other offices nationwide. Through a memorandum of agreement with the …
‘It’s more fun in the Philippines’ DOT slogan can change – incoming chief
According to incoming Tourism Secretary Cristina Frasco, it is up to President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to keep or replace the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) slogan “It’s more fun in …
Security guard suspect on Bonna Ambay slay case flees
Security guard Mark Archie Torriefiel, the suspect in the killing of pawnshop manager Bonna Ambay, fled Kalibo, Aklan, on the night of June 05, 2022. Kalibo Municipal Police Station received …
23-year-old pawnshop manager stabbed to death in Kalibo, Aklan
A female pawnshop manager Bonna Ambay was discovered dead with several stab wounds in Kalibo, Aklan, yesterday morning. The only 23-years-old victim was discovered dead at the RD Pawnshop on …
DAR says P20 per kilo of rice possible by early 2023
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has devised a strategy to achieve President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s goal of selling rice to consumers at rates significantly lower than the existing average …
Mandaluyong LGU assures justice for security guard ran over by SUV
The Mandaluyong local government is already in contact with the family of the security guard who was hit and run over by an SUV this Sunday. According to Atty Jerusha …
NAIA to offer ‘Free Ride’ starting June 15
The Department of Transportation has announced the “Free Ride” program where starting June 15, airport shuttle rides will be free for passengers at the arrival areas of Ninoy Aquino International …
Inflation rate swells to 5.4 percent in May 2022
Headline inflation rate in the Philippines rose further from 4.9 percent in April 2022 to 5.4 percent in May 2022. This was the highest recorded inflation since December 2018. In …
Graduating cum laude student found dead in Al
Police are already investigating whether a 22-year-old girl who was supposed to graduate cum laude was raped after her body was found in Bacacay, Albay, early Monday morning. The police …
SUV owner in Mandaluyong hit and run identified – LTO
The Land Transportation Office-National Capital Region (LTO-NCR) has issued a show-cause order against the owner of the SUV that was caught-cam that hit and run with a guard directing traffic …
Guard victim of hit and run in Mandaluyong
A security guard who was directing traffic in Mandaluyong City was run over after an SUV collided with and ran over him, Nico Waje reported in Unang Balita on Monday. …
Single mom raped, stabbed by her cousin in Cavite
A 26-year-old single mother in Cavite was raped, robbed, and stabbed. The culprit is the cousin of the victim. In a report by Emil Sumangil on GMA News “24 Oras” …
Sardines, bread to increase prices
Food producers are expected to raise the pricing of essential items such as bread and sardines, citing increasing raw material costs. The Philippine Baking Industry Group (PhilBaking) wants to raise …
Mount Bulusan update as of June 6
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) update reported 29 volcanic earthquakes in Mount Bulusan in Sorsogon over the last 24 hours. The phreatic eruption recorded at 10:37 a.m. …
BI agents nab Korean wanted for telco fraud
The Bureau of Immigration said it is poised to deport a South Korean fugitive wanted by authorities in his country for involvement in telecommunications fraud. In a report to Immigration …
No recorded monkeypox case in the Philippines – DOH
No cases of monkeypox have been recorded in the Philippines, according to a Department of Health (DOH) official on Friday. “Wala pa po tayong nakikita hanggang sa araw na ito, …
Mel Tiangco loses appeal vs. ABS-CBN
Mel Tiangco’s appeal on the wrongful dismissal and suspension action against ABS-CBN for her presence in a TV commercial in 1995 has been dismissed by the Supreme Court. The high …
DOJ reviewing illegal drugs cases vs. De Lima
On Friday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it is reviewing illegal drug allegations against jailed Senator Leila de Lima after multiple witnesses retracted their testimony against her. Recantations …
Matches, lighters banned in MRT
The MRT-3 management now enforces strict security throughout its line. This is in line with the announcement released by the Office for Transportation Security to ensure that the security plan …
LTRB reiterates fare structures after ‘Priority Boarding Fee’ complaint vs. Joyride
The LTFRB informed all transport network companies (TNCs) and Transport Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) or app-based ride-hailing service prices imposed by the agency under Memorandum Circular No. 2019-036. This is …
LTFRB to utilize ‘mystery riders’ amid excessive fares issue
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced on Thursday that it planned to use “mystery riders” as it cautioned app-based ride-hailing companies against charging excessive rates above its …
Ex-boyfriend kills missing Fil-Am in California – police
The death of a 24-year-old Filipino-American who had been missing since late January 2022 has been confirmed by the Oakley Police Department. Alexis Gabe was reported missing while driving to …
US supports Philippines’ fight against China’s fishing ban in WPS
On Thursday, the United States backed the Philippines in condemning Beijing’s unilateral seasonal fishing ban in the tumultuous South China Sea. The State Department cited a 2016 decision by a …
NBI-Cybercrime Division chief tagged in anomalous operation
The chief and staff of the National Bureau of Investigation-Cybercrime Division (NBI-CCD) were fired for their alleged involvement in an anomalous operation in Manila recently, according to the Department of …