Rice price increases by P2 in some markets, Kadiwa
The rice price has increased by P2 in some markets, including the Kadiwa Stores of the Department of Agriculture (DA). At Kadiwa Stores, rice is now P40 per kilo from …
DICT: SIM registration deadline until April 26 ‘for now’
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said this Wednesday that the SIM registration deadline of April 26, 2023 still remains “for now”. The DICT announced this following appeals …
BI warns OFW vs. human trafficking
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said it will continue its intensified campaign against human trafficking, and illegal recruitment despite social media bashings it has received online. “I have instructed our …
53% of Filipino families receive aid in past 3 months – SWS
The Fourth Quarter 2022 Social Weather Survey, conducted from December 10-14, 2022, found that 53% of Filipino families received help in the past three months, most commonly in the form …
Faking religion to illegally work abroad a new modus – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) warned of a new human trafficking modus targeting Filipinos planning to work abroad as household workers. In a report to immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco, officers …
Arnie Teves will be tagged as terrorist if he will not surrender – DOJ
In a Senate hearing on Monday, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla disclosed that the Department of Justice intends to request the designation and proscription of Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr., the …
PNP Chief Azurin denies cover-up on seized P6.7-B worth of shabu
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Rodolfo Azurin Jr. insisted this Monday that there is no plan to cover up the P6.7 billion worth of shabu seized during a …
BI arrests Senegalese man with fake passport
A Senegalese is under investigation after being accused of presenting a fraudulent passport and border arrival stamp, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said. According to BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco, the …
Gov’t to roll-out e-travel fully on April 15
Travelers to and from the Philippines will now experience a faster and more convenient immigration procedure through the use of the e-Travel System starting April 15, said the Bureau of …
Oil from sunken tanker may still be leaking
A possible oil leak is still visible from the sunken MT Princess Empress, based on the latest satellite images from the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA). In the map shared by …
Overstaying British national arrested in Palawan –BI
An overstaying British man was arrested by Bureau of Immigration (BI) operatives on Thursday in Coron. Commissioner Norman Tansingco identified the fugitive as Paul Stuart Leggot, 61, who was arrested …
Gatchalian supports return of ROTC
According to Senator Win Gatchalian, the proposal to return the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) to college is supported by various age groups, including young people of college age. The …
PDEG chief relieved from post amid cover-up allegations
Police Brigadier General Narciso Domingo, the director of the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group (PNP-PDEG), has been relieved of his duties amidst the ongoing investigation into an alleged cover-up …
Arnie Teves to virtually attend hearing on Degamo slay
Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa stated that Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr., who is under suspension, has confirmed his participation in the Senate public order and dangerous drugs …
Marcos admin scores lowest in fighting PH inflation – Pulse Asia
A recent survey conducted by Pulse Asia revealed that over 50% of Filipino adults are not satisfied with how President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s administration has dealt with the issue of …
Resolving trafficking in PH requires whole-of-government approach –Tansingco
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco on Wednesday said that eliminating human trafficking and illegal recruitment in the country requires the participation of all government agencies. Tansingco said that …
Employment rate in February 2023 estimated at 95.2 Percent
The country’s employment rate in February 2023 remained at its previous month’s rate of 95.2 percent. In February 2022, employment rate was lower at 93.6 percent. In terms of magnitude, …
PDEG chief Gen. Domingo denies cover-up in P6.7-B seized shabu
Philippine National Police-Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) director Police Brigadier General Narciso Domingo, said that he and nine other police officers are ready to file a leave of absence to allow …
Korean arrested for posing as Pinoy at NAIA
Bureau of Immigration (BI) agents at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have arrested a Korean national who tried to depart the country with a Philippine passport. BI Commissioner Norman …
NAIA urged to probe BI officers involved in human trafficking
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) urged the officials of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to investigate the possible involvement of airline personnel in facilitating the departure of victims of …
6 Filipino trafficking victims in Laos arrive home — BI
Six Filipinos were able to flee their employers in Laos after being trafficked to engage in illegal work by syndicates, said the Bureau of Immigration on Saturday. The incident shared …
Rescued Chinese crew members wanted for crimes in China
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has reported the issuance of exclusion orders against the seven Chinese crew members of a distressed fishing vessel in the waters off Eastern Samar. They …
Filipina trafficked to work in Myanmar, paid ransom for release
A Filipina paid ransom for her release after she was scammed to work for an online company in Myanmar, The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Thursday. According to Immigration …
5 OFWs jailed in UAE due to TikTok video
Five close friends who are overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), were detained after their social media video post was reported. According to a report by …
Rices price to increase by P5 – DA
Department of Agriculture (DA) said retail prices for rice are expected to increase in the upcoming weeks. This is primarily due to high palay farmgate prices during the dry season, …
BI stops African trafficking victims at Mactan airport
Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the international airport in Mactan, Cebu intercepted a family of three Africans suspected to be victims of an international human trafficking syndicate operating in …