MPBL suspends coach for spitting at player
A three-month suspension and a fine of P60,000 were imposed on an assistant coach who spat at a player in the middle of a game in the MPBL on Monday. …
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Duterte says illegal drugs will create ‘dysfunctional’ families
On Tuesday, President Rodrigo Duterte reiterated that illegal narcotics would destroy the Philippines and lead to “dysfunctional” families. He claimed that organizations like the International Criminal Court found it easy …
Isabela City in Basilan placed under red alert after two explosions
Following two large explosions in the area Monday evening, the entire city of Isabela in Basilan province was placed on red alert. According to Cedric Castillo’s account on “24 Oras,” …
DA officials accused of vegetable smuggling, extortion attempt
During a House committee hearing on Tuesday, an agriculture cooperative accused a Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) officer of extortion and smuggling onions into the country, according to Tina Panganiban-Perez …
BI agents nab rowdy American in Cebu
Bureau of Immigration (BI) agents arrested in Cebu over the weekend an overstaying American who is the subject of numerous complaints from residents in his neighborhood for allegedly being an …
Supply of pork, local fish, rice in PH insufficient – DA
Due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict and extended neglect in the agriculture sector, Agriculture Secretary William Dar said on Tuesday that there is still a lack of fish, pork, and rice …
Philippine Air Force halts flight of Hermes 900 UAV fleet
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) will no longer fly the remaining eight Hermes 900 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) after one of them crashed in Misamis Oriental on Saturday. According to …
NTC warns against fake job offers
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has warned against text messages that allegedly offer jobs but are scams. According to NTC Deputy Commissioner Edgardo Cabarrios, it is dangerous to click on …
Duterte considers being a teacher in Davao after term ends
President Rodrigo Duterte is thinking of becoming a teacher after his tenure as president ends on June 30, according to Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea. “I really don’t know [what he …
Leader of Vietnamese ‘5-6’ gang arrested –BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested the Vietnamese leader of a notorious lending gang operating in Batangas and other areas in Luzon. The arrested foreigner was identified as Vo Van …
Korean fraudster nabbed in Cavite – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is set to deport a South Korean national wanted by authorities in Seoul for involvement in electronic financial fraud. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Jaime …
Eased travel restrictions to encourage more travelers, to lift plateau of arrivals
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said that it is hopeful that the eased travel restrictions will increase the number of travelers to the Philippines. According to BI Commissioner Jaime Morente, …
Marcos appoints Erwin Tulfo as DSWD secretary
Incoming press secretary Trixie Cruz-Angels announced that President Bongbong Marcos appointed Erwin Tulfo as Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) secretary. Meanwhile, former Manila Rep Naida is the new …
Stepfather, mother kill 8-year-old boy
A toddler died after being beaten by his mother and stepfather while allegedly being disciplined inside their home in Brgy. Rosario, Pasig City this Friday. The 8-year-old male victim was …
Philippine Red Cross celebrates 75th anniversary
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) Manila Chapter celebrates its 75th year of establishment. The celebration was held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines to thank those who tirelessly helped …
Department of Agriculture is ‘neglected all these 30 years’ – Dar
The new administration of Bongbong Marcos will have to deal with the agriculture sector “gasping for breath,” outgoing Agriculture Secretary William Dar said Monday. Dar said the agriculture industry in …
Next National Defense chief should continue AFP modernization – Lorenzana
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana hopes the next Department of National Defense chief will continue the top projects of the DND. “Of course, ang dapat ituloy ‘yung mga proyekto talaga para …
Next Senate President should be from UniTeam – Imee Marcos
Senator Imee Marcos believed on Sunday that the next Senate president should be selected from the senatorial slate of the UniTeam. “I think everyone agreed na dapat ‘yung mangyari sa …
Possible revival of Bataan Nuclear Power Plant opposed
The Kalikasan People’s Network for the Environment (Kalikasan PNE) supported the plan of president-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to activate a controversial Bataan Nuclear Power Plant something that is feared …
Many Filipinos need 2-3 jobs to support their families – Popcom
Many Filipinos need two to three jobs to provide for their families, according to the Commission on Population and Development (Popcom). According to Popcom Executive Director Juan Antonio Perez III, …
Dela Rosa’s proposal on e-sabong not discussed in Senate
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa’s committee report number 646 regarding online or e-sabong was no longer included in the discussions during the continuation of the hybrid session of the Senate. …
NTC approves Starlink by Elon Musk in the Philippines
The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has approved the application of Starlink Internet Services Philippines Inc., owned by American tech billionaire Elon Musk. The NTC said they had approved Starlink as …
Procurement of monkeypox antivirals discussed – DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) announced on Friday that it is considering purchasing monkeypox antivirals in the event of an outbreak in the country. According to the Department of Health, …
Philippines removes negative swab test requirement for inbound travelers
The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Friday that all fully-vaccinated inbound tourists no longer need to submit a pre-departure COVID-19 negative test upon arrival in the Philippines. The Inter-Agency Task …
Imee Marcos says she is not targeting Senate president post
Senator Imee Marcos, President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr’s sister, announced on Friday that she does not aspire to be the Senate president or take any other position in the 19th …
Nearly 2M COVID-19 vaccines will expire this June – DOH
Around two million COVID-19 vaccination doses will expire on June 30, a Department of Health (DOH) official warned Friday. Myrna Cabotaje, DOH undersecretary, said 2 million doses is not the …