Family of hazing victim in Laguna cries for help
Maricar Rabutazo, the mother of the student in Laguna who died of hazing, said only evil people could do such brutality on his son. “Hirap na hirap siya sa nangyari. …
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COVID-19 average daily cases just over 500: DOH
In the past week, more than 3,000 new cases of COVID-19 were recorded by the Department of Health (DOH) or more than 500 average cases per day. In a report …
Son of Cong. Teves punches security guard in Parañaque
The identity of the man who allegedly punched, kicked, and threatened a security guard in BF Homes Subdivision in Parañaque City has been determined. In a report by Katrina Son …
BI projects summer season daily arrivals to reach 12k
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) expects that the number of arriving passengers would continuously increase this summer season. According to BI Commissioner Jaime Morente, they project that the total average …
Hong Kong to lift flight ban in PH, 8 other countries starting April
Hong Kong plans to lift the flight ban to nine countries, including the Philippines, starting this April. In addition, they will also reduce the quarantine time for incoming foreigners, and …
Atong Ang claims Laguna police chief part of conspiracy against him
Acting Laguna Police Provincial Director Police Colonel Rogarth Campo was accused by gaming entrepreneur Atong Ang on Monday of participating in a conspiracy against him by other online sabong stakeholders. …
Prices of chicken, pork increase in some markets
The prices of chicken and pork have risen in some markets in Metro Manila amid a series of increases in the price of petroleum products. At Mega Q Mart in …
18-year-old student dead in Laguna hazing
An 18-year-old student from Kalayaan town, Laguna died on arrival at the General Cailles Hospital in Pakil, Laguna after he allegedly underwent hazing or initiation rites by the Tau Gamma …
Grab given a month to return ‘unclaimed’ P19.3 million to passengers
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has given Grab Philippines a month to provide P19.3 million in refunds to eligible users after discovering that passengers have claimed less than a fourth …
Safety protocols remain with arrival of more tourists: DOH
The Department of Health on Monday assured that the government will still implement safety protocols in opening the country to more tourists starting April. According to Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario …
Bello asks Comelec to penalize BBM, Sara Duterte for skipping debates
On Sunday, vice presidential candidates slammed Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte for skipping the Commission on Elections debate while on her way to the campaign trail. Sara, who had led …
Fuel price rollback possible on Tuesday, March 22 – DOE
The Department of Energy (DOE) expects a rollback in fuel prices on Tuesday because “conditions are improving,” according to Undersecretary Gerardo Erguiza. Erguiza claimed in an interview with GMA News’ …
Add P203-B unpaid taxes of Marcoses to P200 ‘ayuda’ – group
To increase the P200 per month government aid for the poor amid oil price hikes, a group is now proposing that the government stand firm in collecting the P203.8 billion …
BI presents pandemic border policies in 1st Tokyo Immigration Forum
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) attended the first ever Tokyo Immigration Forum which was held in hybrid format. The forum, held last March 2 and 3, was organized by the …
Unemployment rate in January 2022 falls to 2.93M
In January 2022, the country’s unemployment rate was reported at 6.4 percent. This translates to 2.93 million unemployed Filipinos, projecting a decline of 1.04 million from the 3.96 million reported …
Big rollback in local pump prices possible next week
If the decreasing trend in oil prices continues until today, a significant reduction in local pump costs is expected to give temporary comfort to Filipino consumers next week. In an …
Alert Level 1 until end of Duterte’s term possible – Duque
The Philippines may remain at Alert Level 1 until the end of President Rodrigo Duterte’s term on June 30, 2022, according to Health Secretary Francisco Duque III. In a Laging …
Duterte defends e-sabong and its P640 million monthly revenue
President Rodrigo Duterte stated on Thursday that the disappearance of people involved in e-sabong should be blamed on evil men doing something illegal, not on online cockfighting organizations. Duterte defended …
Price freeze unlikely – DTI
In the face of rising petroleum prices exacerbated by the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is hesitant to implement a price freeze on essential commodities. DTI …
BI Mindanao ops yield 2 illegal aliens
Bureau of Immigration (BI) operatives in Mindanao reported the arrest of two illegal aliens caught overstaying and working without a proper visa. In a report to BI Commissioner Jaime Morente, …
Two Sokor fugitives wanted for fraud nabbed in Pampanga
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of two South Koreans wanted in their country for involvement in large-scale fraud. In a report to Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente, the …
12 million beneficiaries may start receiving P200 ‘ayuda’ this month
Beneficiaries may begin receiving the government’s P200 monthly “ayuda” stipend as early as this month, according to Malacanang. Acting presidential spokesperson Martin Andanar told Dobol B TV that the beneficiaries …
PH to welcome foreign tourists starting April 1
Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat announced that starting April 1, the Philippines will reopen its borders to all foreign tourists, including those from visa-exempt countries. Puyat told Teleradyo that the Inter-Agency …
Law not needed to impose 4-day workweek – DOLE
An official with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) stated on Wednesday that employers could implement a four-day workweek even if there is no new law or department order …
BIR demands Marcos family to pay tax debts
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) announced that they sent a demand letter last year to the family of the late former President Ferdinand Marcos regarding their tax debt amounting …
Villanueva supports 4-day workweek
As oil prices continue to rise, Senate labor, employment, and human resource chairman Joel Villanueva endorsed the National Economic Development Authority’s proposal for a 4-day workweek. “Implementing flexible working arrangements …