Pacquiao raises PDAF scam allegations vs Marcos
Former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has no right to rule as president if his opponent, Sen. Manny Pacquiao, is asked about the former’s alleged corruption in connection with the …
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National gov’t debt reaches P12 trillion as of end-January 2022
The National Government’s (NG) total outstanding debt stood at P12.03 trillion as of end-January 2022. For January, the NG’s total debt increased by P301.12 billion or 2.6% due to the …
ICT groups want Duterte to veto SIM Card Registration bill
President Rodrigo Duterte is being urged to veto the proposed SIM Card Registration law by an internet and information and communications technology (ICT) rights advocacy group. According to Democracy.Net.PH, a …
PH inflation rate remains at 3 percent in February
The headline inflation in the Philippines remained at 3.0 percent in February 2022 as it recorded the same annual growth rate as in January 2022. Inflation in February 2021 was …
France includes Philippines on its green list
According to the French Embassy, the Philippines is now on the green list for travel to France. Fully vaccinated Filipinos can enter France without restrictions, while those who are not …
BIR reaches over P2 trillion tax collection target twice
Despite the devastating consequences of the COVID-19 epidemic over the years, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) reported it exceeded its P2 trillion tax collection target twice, a “first” in …
BI sees 40-percent increase in foreigners, balikbayan arrivals to PH
After re-opening borders last February 10, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) has been processing international passenger arrivals at the country’s ports at a record rate. BI Commissioner Jaime Morente announced …
Dynasties, big businesses control 70% of party-lists – election watchdog
Although the party-list system has been developed for the poor and exploited sectors, it has been entered by a handful of rich, powerful, and traditional politicians, according to a study …
Lacson-Sotto tandem supports use of nuclear energy
Senator Panfilo Lacson and his running mate, Senate President Vicente Sotto III, said on Thursday that nuclear power could be included among the options for meeting the country’s energy needs …
Group asks for P15 minimum jeepney fare
As gasoline costs continue to rise, a transportation organization filed a petition with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Thursday to raise the minimum charge in jeepneys …
Nadia Montenegro complains after mother’s wallet stolen in S&R
On Wednesday, March 2, actress Nadia Montenegro resorted to social media to report a theft at the S&R membership shopping store in Novaliches. Nadia claims that her mother lost P130,000 …
Duterte signs EO utilizing nuclear power as energy source
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed an executive order (EO) allowing nuclear power to be used as an energy source alongside other alternative energy sources, claiming that this is necessary to …
Oil supply in PH enough amid Ukraine-Russia crisis – Cusi
Despite the ongoing crisis between Ukraine and Russia, Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi told the public on Wednesday that the country’s oil supply is sufficient. “We are not lacking in supply …
Witness allegedly saw missing sabungeros taken from Manila Arena
The police will allegedly present at the Senate hearing on Thursday a witness who reportedly saw the missing sabungeros being from Manila Arena. At the same time, the disappearance of …
Duterte will convene ‘special meeting’ on Ukraine crisis
President Rodrigo Duterte will hold a “special meeting” with Cabinet members, police and military officials, and businessmen to discuss what is happening in Europe, particularly the Russian occupation of Ukraine. …
Palace wants Congress to review oil deregulation law
Given the continuing rise in the price of petroleum products that the Ukraine-Russia clash could exacerbate, Malacañang asked Congress to review the oil deregulation law. In a press briefing on …
DOE will investigate gas stations that are overcharging
In Metro Manila, gasoline costs P60 to P83 per liter while diesel costs P52 to P65. But in other provinces, the price of a liter of gasoline will soon be …
Angkas barriers to be removed under Alert Level 1
The motorcycle taxi and ride-hailing service “Angkas” will remove some of its COVID-19 preventive measures-which are hated by passengers-along with placing Metro Manila and 38 other areas on the widest …
Senate calls on Pagcor to suspend e-sabong operations
The Senate has called on the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) to first stop e-sabong operations in the country. Twenty-three senators signed Senate Resolution 996, calling on Pagcor first …
No order from Duterte yet on e-sabong suspension – Palace
Malacañang announced on Tuesday that President Rodrigo Duterte has not yet issued an order to stop the operation of electronic/online sabong (e-sabong). Presidential spokesperson Karlo Nograles made the statement a …
DOH to release COVID-19 transition plan next week
According to Health Secretary Francisco Duque III, the Department of Health (DOH) hopes to conclude its COVID-19 transition plan by the middle of next week. Duque claimed he met with …
Some lawmakers oppose sugar importation amid high prices
Some congressmen objected to the sugar importation proposal at the hearing of the Committee on Agriculture and Food of the House of Representatives this Tuesday. During the committee’s discussion, the …
BI increases on-site work capacity to 100%
The Bureau of Immigration announced that it is raising to 100 percent the onsite work capacity in all its offices in the National Capital Region (NCR) and other areas starting …
63 million Pinoys fully vaccinated vs. COVID-19
Malacanang announced Tuesday that over 63 million Filipinos had been vaccinated against COVID-19, one year after the Philippine government began its vaccine deployment. As of Monday, February 28, acting presidential …
PH will support UN resolution to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The Philippines will vote in favor of the United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia’s “unprovoked armed aggression” against Ukraine. In a statement following UNGA’s extraordinary special emergency session, the …
COVID-19 pandemic not yet over – Vergeire
While residents in Metro Manila and 38 other areas are ecstatic to be moving to the most relaxed Alert Level 1 starting today, Malacanang warned that vaccination and adherence to …