17th Dec 2024
Category:National
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PBBM arrives in Melbourne for ASEAN-Australia summit
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – President Marcos will participate in the ASEAN-Australia Summit, where he praises the Australian Government for its support of the rule of law…
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El Niño causes P941 million in agricultural damages, NDRRMC reports
In a recent update from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), the El Niño weather phenomenon has inflicted a staggering P941.73 million…
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High demand prompts opening of new Taylor Swift elective courses at UP
In highlighting the influence of pop culture on academic study, the University of the Philippines Diliman has introduced an elective course dedicated to the life…
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Electric motor vehicles to be banned on national roads
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The Metro Manila Council (MMC) has passed a resolution prohibiting using e-bikes, e-trikes, and other electric motor vehicles on main roads throughout…
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Pag-IBIG dividend rates soar 6.55% for regular savings, 7.05% for MP2
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – On Tuesday, February 26, 2024, the Pag-IBIG Fund announced that over the previous year, its Modified Pag-IBIG 2 (MP2) savings climbed to…
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International aid deal for PH climate change welcomed by PBBM
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — On Monday, February 26, 2024, president Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed the Global Green Economic Institute (GGGI) to help the Philippines promote…
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Senator Robin Padilla issues apology over controversial IV drip incident at senate office
Senator Robinhood “Robin” Padilla has formally apologized to Senate officials for an incident involving his wife, actress Mariel Padilla, receiving an intravenous treatment inside his…
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Marcos administration addresses Nursing shortage
MANILA, PHILIPPINES- The Marcos administration has made tremendous achievements in resolving the shortage of nurses in the country, Malacañang stated Friday. The government’s “quick wins”…
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China’s clam harvesting devastates 16K acres in South China Sea
MANILA, PHILIPPINES– A new study says that China’s dredging and clam harvesting destroyed reefs that cover almost 20,000 acres in the South China Sea (West…
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US Coast Guard bolsters commitment to counter illegal activities in Indo-Pacific region
The US Coast Guard (USCG) reaffirms its unwavering dedication to assisting the Philippines and other Indo-Pacific partners in combating illegal activities within their waters. In…
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Quiboloy: pinag-aagawan ako ng babae
Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, the founder and leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, has stirred controversy with his remarks on rape, claiming that he is…
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PH Sports Commission anticipates swift resolution of WADA dispute
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) remains optimistic about resolving the ongoing dispute with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) in the near future. PSC Chair Richard…
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Government prepares response measures for El Niño impact on farmers
In the effects of El Niño on agricultural lands, the government gears up to provide alternative livelihood assistance and immediate aid to affected farmers. Task…
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NEDA raises concerns on proposed wage hike, impact on MSMEs
The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) has voiced apprehensions regarding the proposed PHP100 minimum wage increase for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). NEDA’s…
