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DSWD won’t allow politicians to distribute AKAP cash aid
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 15, 2024 - 12:00am
Politicians are barred from participating in the actual distribution of cash aid under the Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP), the controversial assistance program of the Department of Social Welfare and...
DepEd eyes Saturday classes
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 14, 2024 - 12:00am
The Department of Education is looking at holding classes for several Saturdays to make up for the reduction in the number of school days when the old school calendar is restored this coming school year.
DFA to probe Chinese diplomats’ ‘illegal acts’
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 14, 2024 - 12:00am
The “illegal and unlawful” activities of diplomatic officials will be investigated following the potential Anti-Wiretapping Law violation committed by officials of the Chinese embassy in Manila.
DSWD wants 4Ps cash aid increased
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 12, 2024 - 9:30am
Due to the continuing rise in inflation rates, the Department of Social Welfare and Development is pushing for an adjustment in the cash grants given to beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program.
‘Ad industry’s self-regulation to remain despite Cha-cha’
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 12, 2024 - 9:00am
A lawmaker yesterday allayed fears of some sectors that the proposed economic provisions in the Constitution will remove self-regulation and editorial independence in the advertising industry.
House bill on overseas online voting hurdles 2nd reading
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 12, 2024 - 8:30am
Moves to allow internet registration and voting among overseas Filipinos gained ground at the House of Representatives, which approved a measure on this on second reading.
House panel OKs rice tariffication amendments
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 8, 2024 - 12:00am
A day after President Marcos certified as urgent the proposed amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law, a House committee approved yesterday a bill amending the measure.
DICT: China-linked group attempted to hack DENR database
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 5, 2024 - 12:00am
A group that was linked to China had allegedly attempted to hack the system of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in March, according to the Department of Information and Communications Te...
P1.7 trillion investments show confidence in Philippines
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 4, 2024 - 12:00am
For some members of the House of Representatives, the P1.7 trillion in investments infused by local and foreign traders in 2023 proved business confidence in the country and in President Marcos.
Finish infrastructure projects during dry season – lawmaker
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 4, 2024 - 12:00am
Executive departments and government agencies should take advantage of the hot and dry season to finish their infrastructure projects, House committee on appropriations chair and Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Elizaldy...
Pharma firms told: Report ties with health care providers
by Sheila Crisostomo - May 2, 2024 - 12:00am
Amid the “prescription for sale” controversy, all pharmaceutical and other medical supply companies are reminded to submit reports on financial relationships with health care providers to the Food and...
DA to tap buffer fund for stockpile of products
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 30, 2024 - 12:00am
The Department of Agriculture is planning to use its buffer fund to build stockpiles of “sensitive” products such as rice and pork to ensure public access to affordable food in the market.
‘Stop intrusions at sea to avoid miscalculations’
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 28, 2024 - 12:00am
Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District Rep. Rufus Rodriguez yesterday urged China to stop its intrusion in the West Philippine Sea and the 200-mile exclusive economic zone of the Philippines to show sincerity that Beijing...
Beso-beso for President Marcos, Vice President at PNPA graduation
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 20, 2024 - 8:30am
Following First Lady Liza Marcos’ admission of a rift with Vice President Sara Duterte, President Marcos and Duterte bussed each other and shared the stage at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA)’s...
National anti-doping policy crafted
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 18, 2024 - 12:00am
The House Committee on Youth and Sports Development has approved a proposed bill, establishing a national anti-dopping policy in Philippine sports.
AFP checking Chinese students’ influx in Cagayan
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 17, 2024 - 12:00am
The Armed Forces of the Philippines is looking into the reported swarm of Chinese college students in the province of Cagayan.
House calls on members to stop using ‘8’ car plates
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 14, 2024 - 9:00am
The House of Representatives has called out anew its members who are using protocol plates bearing the number “8,” saying these plates are not considered legitimate and authorized.
Workers may skip work due to heat
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 8, 2024 - 12:00am
Workers have the option not to report for work to avoid the scorching heat, but they would not get paid for that day.
Lawmaker backs calls vs motorcycle taxi expansion
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 7, 2024 - 12:00am
An official of the House of Representatives committee on Metro Manila development has joined calls against the expansion of the pilot testing of motorcycle taxis in the National Capital Region.
Gabriela lauds female lawyer for suing NLRC official
by Sheila Crisostomo - April 3, 2024 - 12:00am
Women’s group Gabriela yesterday lauded a female lawyer for suing a National Labor Relations Commission official for alleged sexual harassment.
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