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Budget watchdog calls for passing of transparency measure
MANILA, Philippines — A budget watchdog and transparency advocacy group welcomed President Marcos’ executive order on government spending monitoring, but warned that it should not be taken as a substitute for more…
PBA adjusts schedule anew to support Gilas' 2027 FIBA World Cup bid
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the national cause, adjusting its calendar to support Gilas Pilipinas in their quest to secure a…
DA: Fuel subsidies for farmers, fisherfolk to start soon amid El Niño threat
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said Monday that fuel subsidies for farmers and fisherfolk amid the threat of a potentially very strong El Niño will begin soon, with registered fisherfolk set to receive assistance…
Suspend tax on gasoline, diesel, too, gov’t urged
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian on Sunday urged economic managers to suspend, even temporarily, the excise on gasoline and diesel, not just on kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), amid surging fuel…
Already-resigned Loke refuses to entertain fresh quit calls over Zetrix AI controversy
Minister also explains that RM314m arrears are from May this year, not 2023.
PH records best Asian Games medal haul in 60 years
MANILA, Philippines — Team Philippines secured its most impressive overall medal tally in six decades at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, finishing with 29 total medals consisting of four golds, nine silvers, and 16…
'Giant's strength' must not lead to tyranny - Anwar
PM warns those in power against abusing their authority.
Authorities urged to ensure fair implementation of NCAP
MANILA, Philippines — 1-Rider party-list Rep. Rodge Gutierrez urged authorities on Sunday to ensure that the resumption of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) on Monday in five cities in Metro Manila does not…
Tongol: Dec. 16 a 'logistical projection,' not a deadline for impeachment court
Impeachment court spokesperson Atty. Regie Tongol said Monday that the December 16 schedule he mentioned earlier should not be seen as a deadline for the impeachment court to issue a verdict on the case of Vice…
Global rice prices jump by 9.5 percent in September
MANILA, Philippines — The benchmark for global rice prices went up by almost 10 percent in September, mostly driven by higher prices of Indica rice variety, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of…
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