Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Tuesday, May 30, 2023.
Online seller, may nakuhang mga gintong alahas sa itinitindang bag na ukay-ukay?Bukod sa magandang kita, may posibleng bonus pang mga gintong alahas na puwedeng makuha sa mga ukay-ukay na bag na itinitinda ng isang online seller mula sa Zamboanga del Sur. Sa nakaraang episode ng "Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho," sinabi ng online seller na si Chernime Pabalete, na mga imported at branded na bag ang ilan sa mga itinitinda niyang bag See more...
Moira Dela Torre speaks up on cheating, ghostwriting allegationsMoira Dela Torre has spoken up against the cheating and ghostwriting allegations made against her. In a statement on Instagram, the singer said she was compelled to stand up for herself and protect her integrity. "I never imagined that I would find myself in a situation where I have to explain and defend my decision to leave a marriage, as See more...
Tickets sa Vice Ganda concert sa Hunyo, sold out naMAYNILA -- Sold out na ang tickets para sa comeback concert ni Vice Ganda sa Biyernes. Gaganapin ang concert na pinamagatang "Your Memejesty Queen VG" sa Hunyo 2 sa Araneta Coliseum. "SOLD OUT‼️ Ubos na ang paninda‼️ GANUNYON!!!! Zenks a lot Madlang People!!!! Promise, bulabugan at chugug sa GV ang concert na twoaaah!!! See you on June 2!!!!!!!" ani Vice See more...
For Thai series 'Between Us' cast, PH fans are like familyMANILA — The cast of Thai boys' love (BL) series "Between Us" said that the love from their Filipino supports felt like family during their fan meeting held Sunday in SM North EDSA Sky Dome at Quezon City. "Philippines, guys, you are more than family. Every time I come back here, I feel your love. I feel like it's not See more...
DOTr, DMCI-Taisei withdraw from Section 1 of North-South railway contract package 1The North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) project is facing another hurdle after contractor DM Consunji Inc. (DMCI) and its Japanese partner Taisei Corp. withdrew from a section in their awarded contract to build portions of the railway project due to right-of-way issues. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, DMCI said its order book declined by 9% to P42.4 billion See more...
Maynilad allots P10B for pipe replacements in next 5 yearsWest zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. said on Tuesday it has earmarked P10 billion for pipe replacement projects from 2023 to 2027. In a statement, Maynilad said it is targeting to replace a total of 477.2 kilometers of old, leaky pipes in line with its aim to upgrade the distribution system and reduce water losses. Once the pipe replacements See more...
Scam hubs hide under POGO licenses, says HontiverosSenator Risa Hontiveros on Tuesday said the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) allegedly give a “legal layer” to hubs that operate cryptocurrency investment scams in the country. During the hearing of the Senate committee on women, children, family relations and gender equality on human trafficking, Hontiveros showed clips of her visit at the Clark Sun Valley in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, See more...
Pag-araro ng SUV sa mga Pinoy bikers sa Kuwait, hindi hate crime — DFA execSinabi ni Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega na walang indikasyon na hate crime [base sa lahi] ang nangyaring pag-araro ng isang SUV hit sa grupo ng Filipino bikers na ikinasugat ng 15 biktima. "So far, walang indication na hate crime ito kasi mayroong tradition ang Kuwait na ang mga driver ayaw talaga sa cyclists. Kaya ang iniisip nila, this See more...
Pangilinan: 2023 will be a 'good year' for MeralcoManila Electric Co. (Meralco) Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan on Tuesday expressed optimism that 2023 will be a "good year" for the power distributor, as its generation entities are set to contribute more to its bottom line. Sought for comment on the performance of its power generation units, Pangilinan said that while losses were incurred in the past year, management has See more...
House 'very eager' to adopt Senate version of Maharlika billA leader of the House of Representatives said the chamber is "very eager" to adopt the Senate version of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) bill once approved. “We are waiting for the Senate [version of the bill]...but we are very much eager,” House Majority Leader Mannix Dalipe said when asked if the House will adopt the Senate version of the See more...
Catriona Gray honored to be on Bb. Pilipinas stage for 5th timeMANILA -- Catriona Gray has wrapped up another successful hosting stint in the Binibining Pilipinas national pageant. The Miss Universe 2018 titleholder returned as a co-host with Miss Grand International 2016 first runner-up Nicole Cordoves. Also joining them during last weekend's coronation night was Miss Universe Philippines 2014 MJ Lastimosa. In an Instagram post, Gray said it is "such an See more...
Gela Atayde, Legit Status to represent PH in World HipHop Dance ChampionshipSylvia Sanchez's daughter Gela Atayde will be representing the country in the international stage. This after the her group Legit Status finished as first runner-up in the Megacrew Division of the 2023 Philippine Hiphop Dance Championship. "Didn’t think I’d make it here but here I am. See you in 2 months, Phoenix," Atayde said. They will be representing the country See more...
House panel begins tackling proposals to increase 4Ps grantsThe House Committee on Poverty Alleviation started on Tuesday deliberations on proposals to increase the grants under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), as poor families continue to reel from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and high inflation. Data presented by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) show that in 2021, four in 10 children under five years See more...
Moira Dela Torre, pumalag sa bintang na nagtaksil siya at may ghostwriter paHindi raw inakala ng mang-aawit na si Moira Dela Torre na mapapasok siya sa sitwasyon na kailangang ipaliwanag niya ang kaniyang desisyon na makipaghiwalay sa asawa at bigyan-katwiran ang kalagayan ng kaniyang mental health. Inihayag ito ni Moira sa harap ng mga alegasyon na nagtaksil siya sa pagsasama nila noon ng dating asawa na si Jason Marvin Hernandez, at nagbabayad See more...
URC acquires idle sugar milling equipment to expand capacityMANILA — Universal Robina Corp said on Tuesday it would acquire the idle sugar milling machinery and equipment of Central Azucarera Don Pedro Inc (CADPI). In a statement, URC said the assets would be used to expand the capacity and improve the sugar recovery process at URC's sugar mill in Balayan, Batangas. CAPDI's machinery and equipment will raise Balayan See more...
Chefs Luis Chikiamco, Rob Pengson team up for 4-hands dinnerMAKATI -- Discovery Primea’s executive chef Luis Chikiamco and Beso Beso chef Rob Pengson heats up the Makati hotel’s restaurant Flame for a one-night only four -hands dinner. The culinary event dubbed "Elements of Flavor" was put together by Chikiamco and the hotel’s general manager David Pardo De Ayala. An accomplished chef himself, Pardo De Ayala was already a See more...
MWSS wants increased water allocation from Angat retained for the rest of JuneThe Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) is seeking to retain its increased allocation of 52 cubic meters per second (cms) from the Angat-Ipo-La Mesa water system for the rest of June to avoid water interruptions in Metro Manila and its nearby areas. In an interview with reporters on Tuesday, MWSS AngatIpo Operations Management Division head Patrick James Dizon said See more...
CHED, DICT ink MOU to push digitalization in higher educationThe Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for e-governance to integrate information and communication technologies (ICT) in the higher education sector. The MOU, which signifies a strategic partnership between CHED and DICT, aims to promote “relevant and quality” of higher education through the integration See more...
MOVE IT aims to expand user base to one million by end-2023Grab-led motorcycle taxi firm MOVE IT seeks to expand its user base to one million by the end of this year, banking on its recently revamped mobile application. At a press conference in Pasig City on Tuesday, MOVE IT general manager Wayne Jacinto expressed optimism that the company will hit its target. “Right now, ballpark, we have hundreds of thousands See more...
Jessy Mendiola, Luis Manzano mark daughter Rosie's 5th monthMANILA – Celebrity couple Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola are making sure they are commemorating every significant moment in the life of their daughter, Isabella Rose. Their latest Instagram updates showcase their baby's fifth month as captured in charming new pictures. “Happy 5th month our little Peanut,” Manzano captioned his post. “You’re growing up too fast. I can’t See more...
Three areas remain under Signal No. 2 as Betty moves over the sea east of BatanesThree areas remained under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 while six others were under TCWS No. 1 as Betty weakened over the sea east of Batanes early Tuesday morning, PAGASA said in its latest bulletin. As of 4 a.m., the center of the eye of Typhoon Betty was estimated at 350 kilometers east of Basco, Batanes packing See more...
Arnie Teves on possible House expulsion: I am powerless over Speaker, ChairNegros Oriental Representative Arnolfo Teves Jr. on Tuesday said he is powerless over some officials who may push for his expulsion from the House of Representatives. “It's not that I am ready or I am considering. It's that I am powerless over these people, 'di ba? Sino naman si Arnie para lumaban kay Speaker at sa Chairman dyan,” he said See more...
'Just panic': Diokno allays fears Maharlika may lead to collapse of banking institutionsMANILA — The Department of Finance (DOF) on Tuesday allayed fears the proposed Maharlika Investment Fund would bankrupt banking institutions, including Landbank, should it fail. Senator Aquilino Pimentel III in a TV interview said the failure of the Maharlika Investment Fund could lead to the possible collapse of banks tapped to become its fund source. This includes the See more...
URC acquires Central Azucarera’s idle sugar milling machineryGokongwei-led snacks and beverage maker Universal Robina Corporation (URC) on Tuesday announced the acquisition of the idle sugar milling machinery and equipment of Central Azucarera Don Pedro Inc. (CADPI), to boost sugar mill operations in Batangas. In an emailed statement, URC said the assets will be used to expand the capacity and improve the sugar recovery process at its sugar See more...
Marcos unveils 'Malacañang Heritage Tours'President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Tuesday led the opening of the "Malacañang Heritage Tours," which includes a museum that shows the Chief Executive's road to the Palace. Initiated by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, the Malacañang Heritage Tours revolves around two distinguished museums that showcase the legacies of the Philippine presidents. Among them is the Bahay Ugnayan, which showcases the See more...
LJ Reyes, engaged na sa kaniyang non-showbiz boyfriendBlooming at nag-uumapaw ang kaligayahan ni LJ Reyes ngayong engaged na siya sa kaniyang non-showbiz boyfriend. Sa kaniyang Instagram, inanunsyo ni LJ na engaged na siya kay Philip Evangelista, na nakabase sa New York. A post shared by LJ Reyes (@lj_reyes) Sa kanilang mga larawan, makikitang naka-all-white ang dalawa habang nasa beach. Dito, lumuhod si Philip at inalok See more...
SC allows Maria Ressa to travel abroad anew for several speaking engagementsThe Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday said it allowed veteran journalist and Rappler CEO Maria Ressa to travel abroad anew for several speaking engagements. The High Court said it allowed the veteran journalist to travel abroad from June 4 to 29, “subject to certain conditions.” “Petitioner, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Rappler, is ordered to observe the sub judice See more...
MANILA — The Bureau of Immigration on Tuesday said it has arrested a South Korean national who escaped detetion and had been at large for a week. Authorities identified the South Korean as 38-year-old Kang Juchun, who is wanted for murder and abandonment of a dead body in his home country. Kang had been reported missing from the BI's See more...
'Kaninong ideya ito?' Pimentel inisa-isa ang mga 'mali' sa Maharlika billMAYNILA -- Naglatag ng kanyang “Turno en contra” speech si Senate Minority Leader Sen. Koko Pimentel nitong Martes kaugnay ng panukalang Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) o Senate Bill 2023 na nakasalang ngayon sa plenaryo. Dito idinetalye ni Pimentel kung bakit hindi dapat na maipasa ang naturang panukala. “I have a strong belief that the establishment of the Maharlika Investment Fund See more...
DOJ prosecutors ask Muntinlupa RTC to reverse Leila’s acquittalState prosecutors have asked a Muntinlupa City court to reverse its acquittal of former Senator Leila de Lima, and her former bodyguard Ronnie Dayan of drug charges. The Department of Justice (DOJ) panel of prosecutors filed a motion for reconsideration before the Muntinlupa City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 204. The court acquitted the accused earlier this month following the See more...
GMA Network set to launch 14 titles in AfricaPhilippine media giant GMA Network continues to extend its global reach by securing landmark deals to air 14 of its hit shows in Africa—becoming a major provider of top-notch Filipino content in the world's second largest continent. Through GMA Worldwide, its content distribution arm, GMA sold 14 titles for a total of 492 hours, with the shows set to air See more...
Typhoon Betty destroys structures in CagayanTyphoon Betty destroyed some structures in Northern Luzon as heavy winds ands strong rains battered several areas. Among those destroyed is an old warehouse of the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority in Sta. Ana, Cagayan according to GTV’s Balitanghali report on Tuesday. No one was reported injured in the incident. Betty also caused power disruptions in parts of Cagayan. See more...
House OKs bill declaring National Election Day as regular non-working holidayMANILA — The House of Representatives has approved on second reading House Bill 8187, declaring the National Election Day as a regular non-working holiday. As explained in a committee fact sheet, the bill seeks to allow maximum participation of the electorate in national elections. The bill declares national election as a regular non-working holiday in the country. It defines See more...
House adopts Senate version of bill on estate tax amnesty extensionThe House of Representatives on Tuesday adopted the Senate version of the bill extending the coverage and availment period of estate tax amnesty. Senate Bill 2219 was adopted in lieu of House Bill 7909, which means that the bill can be ratified by both the House and the Senate on or before May 31 or the end of the First See more...
Philippines records 855 new COVID-19 cases; active tally drops to 14,742The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday recorded 855 new COVID-19 infections as the active tally dropped to 14,742. This was the first time the number of new cases fell below 1,000 since May 3 with 867 new infections reported, according to GMA Integrated News Research. Based on the latest date, the country’s nationwide COVID-19 tally is currently at 4,141,535, See more...
US Coast Guard strengthens cooperation with partners in Indo-PacificMANILA — The United States Coast Guard will continue cooperating not just with its Philippine counterpart but also with its other counterparts in the region, its top official said on Tuesday. According to US Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan, the US continues to hold its relationship with the Philippines and other regional partners and allies in high regard and See more...
DAR chief Estrella says Hacienda Tinang case resolved, 450 titles to be releasedAgrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III said Tuesday the case on Hacienda Tinang has been resolved, adding that more than 400 land titles will be released to the beneficiaries. "We are happy to inform everybody that our formula of multiple shuttle diplomacy and constantly holding dialogues with stakeholders finally we were able to resolve the case at mayroon tayong nailabas See more...
DOH advises public to be wary of El Niño-related diseasesMANILA — The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday advised the public to be wary of dengue, diarrhea, and other diseases that may be acquired as a result of the El Niño phenomenon. DOH said Filipinos may get the following conditions and diseases as the phenomenon persists: Getting the said diseases may be possible "due to the extreme hotness in See more...
Ex-BSP official questions Maharlika 'loophole' on pension fundsMANILA - Former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Deputy Governor Diwa Guinigundo said the Senate’s version of the Maharalika Investment Fund has loopholes that will allow state-run pension funds to participate. Guingundo noted the Senate version of the MIF bill, while not mandating SSS and GSIS to invest, contains a provision that will allow institutions such as these to invest their See more...
NDRRMC chief says 'worst seems to be over' as Betty moves away from PHNational Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) spokesperson Bernardo Rafaelito Alejandro IV believes the 'worst seems to be over' as Typhoon Betty continues to move away from the Philippine Area of Responsibility. "I think so kasi pataas na siya ngayon e, kasi Tuesday na, yung bagong bulletin nga medyo ano na, lampas na siya ng Batanes,” he said. (I See more...
Signal No. 2 still up over Batanes, portion of Cagayan due to BettyTropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 2 was hoisted over two areas due to Typhoon Betty, state weather bureau PAGASA said Tuesday. In its 11 a.m. advisory, PAGASA said the following areas are under TCWS No. 2: Meanwhile, TCWS No. 1 was raised over the following areas: At 10 a.m., Betty was located 315 kilometers east of Basco, Batanes packing See more...
DOH: Period tracker app launched for Filipino girls’ menstrual healthA local period tracker application has been launched by the Department of Health (DOH) and concerned agencies to help provide young Filipino girls with accurate information about their menstrual health. The “Oky Philippines” period tracker app, which was introduced last Friday, is free to be downloaded from Google Play Store, and will be available in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. In See more...
'Unang Hirit" hosts, 'naglapag' ng kanilang graduation pics; Shaira, bakit umiyak?Dahil panahon na naman ng graduation at uso rin sa social media ang "lapagan" ng graduation pictures, ipinakita ng mga host ng GMA morning show na "Unang Hirit" ang kanilang graduation photos. Sino kaya sa kanila ang parang hindi nagbago ang hitsura, at bakit kaya naiyak si Shaira Diaz? Si "Igan" Arnold Clavio, biniro ang sarili na kahawig niya noon See more...
Stray Kids, ATEEZ, NCT's Taeyong: K-pop releases to watch out for in June 2023Male acts are set to dominate the K-pop scene in June with new releases. Soloist B.I will kick off the month with his second full album "To Die For" on June 1. The record reportedly contains 15 tracks, including the promotional singles "Die for Love" and "Dare to Love," which feature rappers Jessi and Big Naughty, respectively. On the same See more...
29% of Pinoys say quality of life improved, 25% say it got worse —SWSTwenty-nine percent of Filipino adults believed their quality of life improved compared to a year ago, results of a recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed. Twenty-five percent, however, said their quality of life got worse, while 46% said it was the same, based on the results of survey conducted on March 26 to March 29, 2023. SWS said this See more...
Robin Padilla resigns as PDP-Laban’s executive vice presidentSenator Robin Padilla on Tuesday announced his “irrevocable resignation” as executive vice president of political party Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban). In a statement, Padilla said he resigned from the party to ensure that he can concentrate on fulfilling his duties as senator. He, however, said he will stay as a member of PDP-Laban. “Today, May 29, I tender See more...
DOJ prosecutors ask court to reconsider De Lima acquittal, reject Ragos’ recantationMANILA — A Department of Justice prosecution panel has asked a Muntinlupa court to reconsider its ruling earlier this month acquitting former Sen. Leila de Lima in one of her drug cases. In a 91-page motion for reconsideration dated May 27, DOJ prosecutors led by Provincial Prosecutor Ramoncito Bienvenido Ocampo, Jr. urged Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court Branch 204 to instead See more...
Kuwait incident hitting Pinoy bikers not a hate crime — DFA execForeign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo de Vega said Tuesday the incident in Kuwait where an SUV hit a group of Filipino bikers was not a hate crime. "So far, walang indication na hate crime ito kasi mayroong tradition ang Kuwait na ang mga drivers ayaw talaga sa cyclists kaya ang iniisip nila, this will lead to more calls sa cyclists na See more...
LOOK: Maxine Medina enjoys bachelorette party in BoracayMaxine Medina is grateful to be surrounded by her nearest and dearest in her recent beach bachelorette party. The beauty queen-turned-actress shared photos from the celebration in Boracay on her Instagram page on Tuesday. "Thank you to everyone who made this day possible... I couldn't have asked for a better celebration with my loved ones," she said in the caption. See more...
Vice Ganda, bakit nga ba natatagalan ang planong magkaanak?MAYNILA -- Patuloy pa rin ang plano ni Vice Ganda na magkaroon ng sariling anak. "Gusto ko na talaga, 'yung panahon lang ang kalaban ko. Nahihirapan ako maghanap ng panahon. Mahabang proseso kasi siya. Kailangan ko talagang maglaan ng panahon," ani Vice sa "Magandang Buhay" nitong Martes. Naging bukas si Vice tungkol sa pagkakaroon ng anak sa programa, kasama See more...
Motorcycle taxi service Move It unveils refreshed appMANILA — Motorcycle taxi service Move It on Tuesday unveiled its upgraded app as its service is now available in most parts of Metro Manila. "It took us 8-9 months to finally finish the upgrade. So that's how challenging it is. Maraming team of developers that created the app," General Manager Wayne Jacinto said. Move It also said it now See more...
Bianca Umali is a fierce warrior in new training videoBianca Umali is an action star in the making! On Instagram, Monday, the Sparkle actress shared a training video of her fighting with a staff that can be broken into a pair of arnis sticks. In the video, Bianca can be seen expertly twirling the sticks and fighting fiercely against several opponents. "Progress," she wrote in the caption. This is See more...
CHED recommends revision of SUC’s admission processes to help disadvantaged studentsMANILA - The Commission on Higher Education on Tuesday urged the state universities and colleges (SUCs) to "tweak" their admission processes to allow more disadvantaged students to access free tertiary education. CHED Chair Prospero De Vera said that after the passage of Republic Act 10931, or the “Universal Access to Tertiary Education Act” in 2017, the number of students applying See more...
BI stops 2 sex trafficking victims from leaving for SingaporeMANILA — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has prevented 2 women from leaving for Singapore — in what it said was a case of human sex trafficking. The BI, in a statement on Tuesday, said the 2 women, aged 34 and 25, claimed their travel was for a vacation, and attempted to depart the Clark International Airport in Pampanga last See more...
MANILA — Philippine economic managers are looking to improve the country's value-added tax (VAT) after studies showed it has the lowest efficiency level in the region, Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno on Tuesday. The Philippines posted the lowest VAT efficiency ratio in the ASEAN region from 2016 to 2020 at 0.40 despite having the highest VAT rate in the region at See more...
Mahigit 1,000 indibidwal, inilikas sa Cagayan dahil sa bagyong BettyNasa 310 pamilya o 1,006 katao ang lumikas sa Cagayan dahil sa bagyong Betty, ayon sa datos ng Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, hapon ng Martes. Pinakamarami ang mga lumikas sa Santa Ana na umaabot ng 140 pamilya na kinabibilangan ng 425 indibidwal. Nakapagtala naman ng 104 pamilya na kinabibilangan ng 371 indibidwal ang isinailalim sa pre-emptive evacuation See more...
'Our little one is on the way': Jess Wilson announces pregnancyMANILA -- Jess Wilson is pregnant with her first child. The model and Sunnies co-founder shared the good news on Instagram on Monday, sharing a photo of her flaunting her growing baby bump on the beach. "Our little one is on the way," she said in the caption. Friends and fans, including celebrities, congratulated Wilson through the comments See more...
2 suspects in killing of Cavite traffic enforcer surrendered —policeTwo suspects in the killing of traffic enforcer William Quiambao in Tanza, Cavite have surrendered to authorities, the Cavite Police Provincial Office said on Tuesday. In a statement, the Cavite Police said the suspects, identified as Joseph Llagas and Aries Carlos, surrendered to Cavite Governor Jonvic Remulla through a barangay chairwoman at 10 a.m. The two suspects were turned over See more...
Betty has Signal No. 2 over Batanes, Signal No. 1 over 5 areas in north LuzonStorm Signal Number 2 remains hoisted over Batanes as Typhoon Betty moved more slowly over the Philippine waters, PAGASA said Tuesday. In its 5 p.m. bulletin, the weather bureau said the center of the eye of the typhoon was last seen 315 kilometers east of Basco, Batanes. It is moving northward slowly while packing maximum sustained winds of 150 See more...
Heat, nilusaw na ang Celtics; haharapin ang Nuggets sa NBA FinalsMatapos pasarapin ang playoff series ng Eastern Conference finals, tuluyan nang nilusaw ng Miami Heat ang Boston Celtics sa Game 7, sa iskor na 103-84. Pinangunahan nina Jimmy Butler at Caleb Martin ang Heat na kumamada ng 28 points (Butler) at 26 points (Martin). Si Butler ang itinanghal na MVP of the series na may average score na 24.7 points, See more...
CHED, DICT to digitize release of diplomas, transcripts, certificationsThe Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) signed Tuesday a memorandum of understanding to start the digitalization of services provided by CHED and higher education institutions (HEIs). CHED Chief Prospero De Vera said this would initially include the release of diplomas and transcript of records of students by the universities and colleges. See more...
Miss Universe PH congratulates new Bb. Pilipinas International Angelica LopezMANILA -- Miss Universe Philippines (MUPh) publicly congratulated one of its former candidates for winning another national pageant. On its social media pages, MUPh showed its support for Angelica Lopez, who was recently crowned Binibining Pilipinas International 2023. "We would like to extend our most heartfelt congratulations to Angelica Lopez for winning the 2023 Bb. Pilipinas International title!" the See more...
Marcos wants ‘vintage’ land cases to be resolved, says DAR chiefPresident Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. wants "vintage" land cases to be resolved, Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III said Tuesday. "Iyan ang marching order ng ating Pangulo – 'Ayusin na ninyo iyan at kung maaari wala nang vintage cases because, iyon nga, justice delayed is justice denied.' Iyan ang sabi ng ating Pangulo," Estrella said at a Palace press briefing. See more...
Diokno says existing Philippine tax system must be preserved; review to continueFinance Secretary Benjamin Diokno on Tuesday said the Philippines' tax system must be preserved, but added that the country's economic managers will continue to review it. "There is reason to believe that we need to preserve the existing tax system. It’s not perfect but we continue to review it – if there are some areas we can improve on it, See more...
'Her body, her rules': Vice Ganda treats niece to nose enhancementMANILA -- Superstar comedian Vice Ganda gave her niece Camille Viceral an unforgettable present. Appearing in "Magandang Buhay" on Tuesday, Viceral shared how the "It's Showtime" host gifted her with a nose enhancement. "Recently naglabas si Tito Vice ng vlog na nagpa-enhance po ako ng nose at sinuport niya po ako roon," Viceral said. "Hindi ko po siya hiniling. Si See more...
LIST: Canceled flights on May 30 due to 'Betty'MANILA — Some flights were canceled on Tuesday due to bad weather brought by typhoon Betty, the Manila International Airport Authority said. The airlines enumerated the canceled flights as follows: UNITED AIRLINES CEBU PACIFIC CEBGO Affected passengers may avail of refund, free rebooking or opt to put their ticket value in a travel fund, the airline said. "This is a See more...
GCG seeks to amend charter to strengthen mandateThe Governance Commission for Government-Owned or-Controlled Corporations (GCG) is seeking to amend the law that created it to further strengthen its oversight function on GOCCs. “In order to efficiently operate as a regulatory body for the GOCC sector, RA 10149 is proposed to be amended to address issues and clarify and strengthen the powers and functions of the GCG,” said See more...
Brosas says Maharlika may be used to regain Marcos wealth; DOF says not soThe proposed Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) may be used by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family to regain the ill-gotten wealth that the Philippines has recovered, a member of the opposition in the House of Representatives has said. Gabriela party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas, an assistant minority leader in the House, pointed to Article 3, Section 6.3 of the Senate See more...
Mga Pinoy bumida sa 2023 Cannes Film FestivalCANNES - Hindi nagpahuli ang mga natatanging Pilipino mula sa mga director, producer, at fashion designer na nagpamalas ng kanilang talento at galing sa isa sa pinakaaabangang film festival sa buong mundo. Ang ika-76 edisyon ng Cannes Film Festival ay ginanap mula May 16 hanggang 27 tampok ang mga film screening, press conference, at pinakaabangang red carpet events. Pinangunahan ng See more...
BOC seizes P900M worth of smuggled cigarettes in BulacanThe Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized at least P900 million worth of smuggled imported cigarettes and other general merchandise in warehouses in Plaridel, Bulacan. In a report, the BOC said the operation came after Customs Commissioner Bien Rubio issued a letter of authority and mission order, which were immediately implemented by agents from Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service-Manila International Container See more...
Over 11,200 people affected by Typhoon Betty —NDRRMCA total of 11,264 people or 2,859 families were affected by Typhoon Betty, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) said Tuesday. In its 8 a.m. report, the NDRRMC said the affected individuals were reported in 55 barangays in Cagayan, Central Luzon, Western Visayas, and Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). A total of 3,483 persons or 877 families were See more...
Why Pia Wurtzbach, Jeremy Jauncey opted for intimate weddingMANILA – Jeremy Jauncey took a moment to reflect on his first few days of being a husband to Pia Wurtzbach while sharing why they opted for an intimate wedding. On Instagram, Jauney said he and Wurtzbach are extremely grateful for all the love, support and happiness they’ve been receiving since sharing the news of their milestone to the public. See more...
Over 65 million physical, digital national IDs issued: PSAMANILA — At least over 65 million physical and digital national IDs have been issued, the Philippine Statistics Authority said on Tuesday. Out of the total, 65,050,382 million issued PhilID 31,204,200 were delivered as of May 19, while 33,846,182 million ePhilIDs were issued as of May 20, the PSA said in a statement. "In less than a month, more than See more...
Joshua Garcia shares behind-the-scenes snaps from 'Unbreak My Heart'Joshua Garcia gave a glimpse into what happens behind the scenes on the set of “Unbreak My Heart.” GMA Network and ABS-CBN’s historic collaboration was filmed in Switzerland and Italy. The actor shared some moments on set in a series of Instagram Stories, including a selfie with co-star, Kapuso It Girl Gabbi Garcia, inside a car. He also reposted a See more...
Marcos orders DAR to resolve vintage agrarian reform cases; agency says more lawyers neededMANILA — The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) on Tuesday said President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has ordered them to fast-track the resolution of pending vintage agrarian reform cases, but noted the lack of lawyers who could manage this. Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III said around 240 cases may be considered vintage in his agency, or those cases pending See more...
National IDs issued now over 65M —PSAMore than 65 million physical and virtual national identification cards (IDs) have been issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) as of May 2023. In a statement, the agency said it had printed a total of 65,050,382 million Philippine Identification System (PhilIDs) and ePhilIDs for the implementation of the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys). Of the figures, 31,204,200 were delivered as See more...
Traffic enforcer, patay matapos barilin ng sinita niyang rider sa Tanza, CavitePatay ang isang traffic enforcer ng Tanza, Cavite matapos siyang pagbabarilin ng rider na kaniyang sinita dahil umano sa pagmamaneho ng motorsiklo ng lasing. Sa ulat ni Andrew Bernardo sa GMA Regional TV Balitang Southern Tagalog nitong Lunes, kinilala ang biktima na si William Quimbao. Tumakas naman ang suspek na si Joseph Llagas, at isang kasama nito. Sa nag-viral na See more...
SC allows Maria Ressa to travel abroad for most of June 2023MANILA — The Supreme Court has authorized journalist Maria Ressa to travel abroad for most of June 2023 to attend speaking engagements, the high court's public information office said Tuesday. Ressa, the Rappler CEO and Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been allowed to travel to Italy, Singapore, the United States, and Taiwan over a 26-day period, or from June 4 See more...
Signal No. 2 still up in Batanes as 'Betty' continues to move slowlyMANILA - Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 is still raised over Batanes as typhoon Betty continues to move slowly over the sea east of the province, the state weather bureau said. In its 5 p.m. weather bulletin, PAGASA said Betty is now moving northward slowly, packing maximum sustained winds of 150 kilometers per hour near the center, with gusts See more...
Typhoon Betty displaces over 40 residents in BatanesMore than 40 individuals in Batanes were evacuated from their residences amid the threat of Typhoon Betty. According to Jonathan Andal’s “24 Oras” report on Tuesday, a total of 43 evacuees were reported in the province. Of the figures, 19 were from Ivana Town, 17 were from Basco, and seven were from Manatao. However, there were still some residents who See more...