Here are the latest news and events that happened today, Tuesday, June 27, 2023.
DOST to grant scholarship to 9,776 incoming freshmenA total of 9,776 incoming first-year college students were qualified for the Department of Science and Technology–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) Undergraduate Science and Technology (S&T) Scholarship Program for the academic year 2023-2024. DOST Chief, S&T Scholarship Division, DOST-SEI Peter Gerry P. Gavina, on Tuesday, said that 79,585 examinees took the national qualifying exam last March 18 to 19, 2023. Of See more...
Supreme Court declares law postponing barangay, SK elections unconstitutionalMANILA — The Supreme Court (SC) has declared the law postponing the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections from December 2022 to October 2023 unconstitutional, but ordered the polls to push through this year. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last year signed Republic Act No. 11935, postponing the 2022 BSKE to the last Monday of October 2023. The term of the incumbent See more...
Aya Fernandez, Pat Tingjuy star in Cinemalaya film 'Rookie'MANILA — Filipina director Samantha Lee revealed the cast of her upcoming Cinemalaya film "Rookie" with the release of its poster on social media. Aya Fernandez and Pat Tingjuy will be leading the queer film about volleyball. They will be joined by Agot Isidro in the film which will screen in August. "Queer joy, out in the open, in broad See more...
Ex-Miss Earth PH Imelda Schweighart now a Miss Universe Germany candidateYears after representing the Philippines in Miss Earth, Imelda Schweighart is returning to the pageant scene -- this time in Germany. She is one of the candidates of Miss Universe Germany 2023, which is set to be held on July 15. The Filipino-German beauty queen hopes to use her platform for the "Single Parent Focus" advocacy, which aims to improve See more...
Will AI really destroy humanity?PARIS — The warnings are coming from all angles: artificial intelligence poses an existential risk to humanity and must be shackled before it is too late. But what are these disaster scenarios and how are machines supposed to wipe out humanity? PAPERCLIPS OF DOOM Most disaster scenarios start in the same place: machines will outstrip human capacities, escape human See more...
Negros Oriental governor, other officials oppose barangay poll postponementDUMAGUETE CITY — Several local officials in Negros Oriental on Tuesday opposed the proposed postponement of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) polls as the Commission on Elections (Comelec) began its 3-day series of public hearings on the matter. Speaking through representatives, Governor Manuel "Chaco" Sagarbarria and Vice Governor Jake Reyes said they were in favor of pushing through See more...
SC finds law postponing barangay, SK elections unconstitutionalThe Supreme Court has declared unconstitutional the law that postponed the holding of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections from their initial schedule of December 5, 2022, to the last Monday of October 2023. However, the High Tribunal recognized the legal practicality and necessity of proceeding with the conduct of the BSKE on October 30, pursuant to the operative fact See more...
‘Love the Philippines’ is PH's new tourism sloganThe Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday unveiled the country's new tourism slogan—"Love the Philippines." President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. graced the launch at the Manila Hotel of the new tourism campaign which coincided with 50 years of Philippine tourism. Also present were the former chiefs of the agency. "Love the Philippines" will replace "It's More Fun in the Philippines", See more...
Toll for NLEX Connector gets 'provisional' regulator approvalMANILA — Motorists traversing the NLEX Connector from Caloocan to España will soon have to pay toll. The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) confirmed they have "provisionally" approved toll rates for the first segment of the 5-kilometer NLEX Connector. The tollways have yet to receive a notice to collect toll from TRB before they collect fees from the motorists. See more...
Paolo Contis sa mga basher niya: 'Try n'yong sabihin sa mukha ko 'yon'Inihayag ni Paolo Contis na hindi apektado sa mga natatanggap na pamba-bash sa kaniya. Pero may tip din siya sa mga basher na magpapabilib sa kaniya. Sa nakaraang episode ng "The Boobay and Tekla Show," sinabi ng "Eat Bulaga" host na hindi siya galit sa kaniyang mga basher. "Kung trip niyo 'yan, kung 'yan ang nagpapasaya sa inyo araw-araw, naawa See more...
DILG: Reported reshuffle of PNP generals 'just recommendations' for nowA reshuffle involving key officials is underway in the Philippine National Police (PNP), with police generals recommended for key positions, including National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) director. In a statement on Tuesday, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) said the reassignments of the officials are "currently just recommendations" subject to the approval of the National Police Commission See more...
Sandiganbayan denies Herbert Bautista’s bid to junk graft rapsThe Sandiganbayan has junked former Quezon City mayor Herbert Bautista's bid to dismiss the graft case against him involving a P32-million computerization project, citing irrelevant argument. In a seven-page Resolution dated June 22 but released on Tuesday, June 27, the anti-graft court said Bautista was incorrect in invoking the Rules of Civil Procedure to argue that the state prosecutors’ pre-trial See more...
SMIC’s PGPC to develop 5 new geothermal power projectsPhilippine Geothermal Production Company Inc. (PGPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of conglomerate SM Investments Corporation (SMIC), is boosting its renewable energy portfolio through building five new projects in north and south Luzon. In a statement, SMIC said PGPC is increasing its steam production capacity by another 300 megawatts (MW) of baseload renewable energy through its new exploration projects. The new See more...
Sugar producers call out Diokno's import 'liberalization' proposalThe United Sugar Producers Federation (UNIFED) is opposing the call to allow industrial users or manufacturers to directly import their sugar needs as a compromise to the government’s plan to increase duties and broaden the tax base for sweetened beverages. In a statement, UNIFED president Manuel Lamata appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to disregard Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno’s remark See more...
From sugar to sibuyas: Agriculture issues under Marcos Jr. admin's first yearMANILA — Days before he took office, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced that he would lead the agriculture department, in a first for a Philippine leader. "I thought it is important that the president take that portfolio so that not only to make it clear to everyone what a high priority we put on the agri sector but See more...
DOTr to create 470 kilometers of bike lanes across country this yearThe Department of Transportation (DOTr) plans to construct a total of 470 kilometers of bike lanes across the country within this year. According to the DOTr, the bike lanes will be established in Regions I, III, the National Capital Region, IV-A, V, VI, VII, VIII, and XI. The total budget for the bike lane project is P932,820,342. On Tuesday, the See more...
San Miguel secures P100-B loan for MRT7 projectConglomerate San Miguel Corporation, through its infrastructure arm, has secured a P100-billion syndicated loan agreement with a consortium of major Philippine financial institutions to further bankroll the ongoing Metro Rail Transit 7 (MRT7) project. The consortium is composed of BDO Unibank, Philippine National Bank (PNB), Bank of Commerce (BankCom), Security Bank, and the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS). The loan See more...
DOJ welcomes plea bargain of three accused in Percy Lapid slayThe Department of Justice (DOJ) on Tuesday welcomed the plea bargain agreement entered by three inmates of the New Bilibid Prison for the killing of broadcaster Percy Lapid. Last week, three of the accused in the case pleaded guilty to a lesser offense of accessory in the murder of Lapid. “We welcome their plea of guilt and they’re not only See more...
P25/kilo na bigas sa Kadiwa store sa QC, pinilahan kahit madaling araw pa langKahit madaling araw pa lang, pinilahan na ng mga tao--kabilang ang mga senior citizens at persons with disabilities (PWD)-- ang Kadiwa store sa Quezon City para makabili ng bigas na P25 ang bawat kilo ngayong Martes. Sa ulat ng GTV news "Balitanghali," sinabing 8:00 am nagbubukas ang Kadiwa store sa Department of Agriculture (DA) Central office sa Elliptical Road, Quezon See more...
BuCor releases 497 PDLs; 500 PDLs transferred to IwahigThe Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) on Tuesday released a total of 497 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) from various prisons and penal farms. Data from BuCor showed that 188 PDLs were from the New Bilibid Prison, 77 were from the Davao Prison and Penal Farm, 55 from the Leyte Regional Prison, and 33 from the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW). See more...
Sleepless man runs amok, gets killed after trying to stab copA man who ran amok at a plaza in Oton, Iloilo was shot and killed after he tried to stab a policeman who responded to the scene. According to the report on “Saksi” by Jessie Cruzat of GMA Regional TV Balitang Bicolandia, the victim first made a scene in front of the residence of Mayor Sofronio Fusin. Police went See more...
Spain's BlueFloat Energy to build 4 offshore wind farmsMANILA — Madrid-based BlueFloat Energy announced its entry to the Philippines in June with an initial commitment to develop 4 offshore wind projects. BlueFloat Energy made the announcement just recently despite being in the country and studying the project sites for over 18 months since the end of 2021, its Country Manager Raymund Pascual told ABS-CBN News. Pascual See more...
Virgin Labfest announces 12 new plays for 2024MANILA -- After a successful run this year, Virgin Labfest is announcing its 12 one-act plays for 2024. According to a statement released by the Cultural Center of the Philippines on Tuesday, the new plays that will be part of the 19th edition include: - "Sentenaryo" by Herlyn Alegre - "Vengeance of the Gods" by Hans Pieter Arao - "Si Hesus See more...
New DENR office formed to create physical baseline of PH natural resourcesMANILA — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has created a new office to physically map the country's available natural resources, Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga said Tuesday. Loyzaga said she presented an overview of the DENR's Geospatial Database Office (GDO) to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. during the sectoral meeting earlier in the day. GDO identifies the available actual See more...
WATCH: A sneak peek into new Valorant agent DeadlockMANILA -- If you do not have enough Valorant points to unlock the newest agent, Deadlock yet, fear not because we got you covered. The Norwegian, the newest in over 20 playable characters, is the sixth Sentinel agent introduced in Riot Games' flagship first-person shooting game. Deadlock was unveiled in a seven-minute trailer shown during the Valorant Champions Tour: See more...
LIST: Some of the discounted books in Big Bad Wolf Manila 2023MANILA -- Big Bad Wolf is back in the Philippines, with the book sale offering discounts of up to 95% across all genres. The event is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. at the Forum Tent in PICC, Pasay City. On Tuesday, organizers listed some of the book deals and other products that await customers at See more...
Gatchalian says senators ‘satisfied’ with Zubiri’s leadershipSenator Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday said there's no truth to rumors of supposed plans to change leadership at the Senate, as he emphasized that senators are satisfied with the performance of Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri. "Walang ganyan na pag-uusap. Walang ganyan na intensyon. Kahit na haka-haka, wala," Gatchalian said in an interview on Unang Balita. (There is no such See more...
Ricci Rivero says Andrea Brillantes knows why he broke his silenceRicci Rivero said that his ex-girlfriend Andrea Brillantes is aware of the reason why he decided to speak up following their breakup. On Tuesday's episode of "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," Ricci said that Andrea knows he feels beat up amid the hate his family has been receiving. "She knows why I'm speaking up right now, kasi matagal ko nang See more...
MANILA — ACEN Corp said on Tuesday its subsidiary ACEN Vietnam Investments Pte Ltd signed the shareholders' agreement and other definitive deals for the acquisition of Super Energy Corp's Public Company Limited's solar power business in Vietnam. This followed the share purchase deal signed by the 2 companies in 2022, ACEN told the stock exchange. SUPER owns and operates 837MW See more...
Gadon to focus on micro-industries, will not apologize for cursing criticsNewly-appointed Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation Atty. Lorenzo "Larry" Gadon said Tuesday that he would focus on strengthening micro-industries to provide jobs for Filipinos. In an interview on Super Radyo dzBB, Gadon, who admitted that addressing poverty is difficult, said he wants to enforce the system in China and Taiwan where residents are provided with jobs through the help of See more...
DOH: COVID-19 jabs still free for poor even if health emergency liftedFree COVID-19 vaccines will still be available for poor Filipinos even after the country's COVID-19 state of public health emergency is lifted, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa said on Tuesday. In an ambush interview at the Philippine General Hospital, Herbosa stressed that those who could afford to buy the vaccines could acquire them from the private sector, while the government would See more...
Philippines logs 297 new COVID-19 cases, lowest in 10 weeksNew COVID-19 cases in the Philippines stood at 297 on Tuesday, a 10-week low, data from the Department of Health showed. It was the first time that the daily tally fell below 300 cases since April 18. Active cases also dropped to 7,760, the lowest in eight weeks or since May 3 (7,565). The nationwide caseload is now at 4,163,472, See more...
AI seen to boost productivity in BPO industryMANILA — The use of generative AI such as ChatGPT could boost the productivity of the business process outsourcing industry, the Contact Center Association of the Philippines said on Tuesday, allaying fears the technology could lead to job losses. Like automation, which has reduced the repetitive tasks in the BPO sector over the past years, generative AI can also be See more...
Arjo Atayde at pamilya, namanhikan na kina Maine MendozaIsinagawa na ni Arjo Atayde at ng kaniyang pamilya ang tradisyunal na pamamanhikan sa pamilya ng kaniyang fiance na si Maine Mendoza. A post shared by Sylvia Sanchez (@sylviasanchez_a) Ibinahagi ni Sylvia Sanchez, ina ni Arjo, sa kaniyang Instagram ang ilang larawan ng pagdalaw ng kanilang pamilya sa pamilya nina Maine sa Bulacan noong Linggo, Hunyo 25. “The Ataydes & See more...
PAGASA: Up to 14 tropical cyclones may still enter PAR this yearEleven to 14 tropical cyclones are still expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) from July until the end of the year, state weather bureau PAGASA said Tuesday. At a climate forum, PAGASA senior weather specialist Rusy Abastillas said that three or four tropical cyclones may arrive in July. Generally near to above normal rainfall in most parts See more...
DOJ orders NBI to probe claims of Degamo slay suspect leaving facilityThe Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to look into allegations that Marvin Miranda, one of the alleged masterminds in the killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo can leave the detention center. Justice spokesperson Mico Clavano, however, stressed that the allegations are still being looked into. “Right now, we’ve instructed the NBI See more...
PNP mas pinaigting ang pagtugis sa grupo ni dating Maimbung Vice Mayor Pando MudjasanMAYNILA - Mas pinaiigting pa ng pwersa ng Philippine National Police (PNP) at Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) ang pagtugis kay dating Maimbung Vice Mayor Pando Mudjasan at sa iba pa niyang kasamahan. Ayon kay PNP Police spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo, batay sa impormasyon na kanilang nakalap hindi pa nakakalabas ng Sulu ang grupo ni Mudjasan. "Sa ngayon ang See more...
Ricci Rivero, hindi na sinubukang makipagbalikan kay Andrea Brillantes?Makaraang ihayag ni Ricci Rivero na unang linggo ng Mayo nang maghiwalay sila ni Andrea Brillantes, hindi na ba sinubukan ng basketbolista na makipagbalikan pa sa aktres? Sa ikalawang bahagi ng panayam sa kaniya sa “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” na ipinalabas nitong Martes, sinabi ni Ricci na hindi na niya sinubukan pang ligawan muli si Andrea para magkabalikan sila. See more...
Ban on poultry from Belgium lifted after bird flu clearanceMANILA - The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted the temporary ban on the importation of poultry products from Belgium. This was after the European country was declared free from H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) by the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH). “Based on the official self-declaration report of Belgium in the [WOAH], and the supporting documents submitted See more...
WATCH: Thrilling teaser for 2nd season of K-drama 'D.P.'Netflix unveiled Tuesday a teaser video for the second season of its South Korean military drama "D.P.," which is scheduled to premiere next month. The teaser, which runs for over a minute, opens with a man who is bullied by his fellow soldiers until he decides to shoot them using a rifle. The rest of the video features a montage See more...
DOTr eyes delivery of 1,000,000 plastic driver’s license cards in next 60 daysThe Department of Transportation (DOTr) targets to deliver up to one million plastic driver’s license cards within the next 60 days, amid the close to 700,000 backlog the agency reported earlier this month. In a statement released Tuesday, the DOTr said it awarded Banner Plasticard Inc. the contract, with the Notice to Proceed issued for the 5.2 million driver’s license See more...
Philippines has enough rice going into Q3 2023, says DAThere is a enough supply of rice to meet the daily food needs of Filipinos as the country enters the third quarter of the year, an official of the Department of Agriculture said on Tuesday. According to Undersecretary Leo S. Sebastian, the overseer of the DA's Masagana Rice Industry Program (MRIP), the fruitful harvest during the January to June rice See more...
Teachers union files complaint before ILO over gov't 'red-tagging'MANILA — The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) has filed a fresh complaint before the International Labor Organization (ILO), citing cases of alleged “threats” and “red-tagging” against members of the organization. Among those cited is a recent memorandum issued by the Department of Education (DepEd), which ACT perceives as an effort to “profile” teachers affiliated with their organization and “union-bust." See more...
Russian ships enter Philippine Sea —InterfaxA detachment of ships of the Russian Pacific Fleet entered the southern parts of the Philippine Sea to perform tasks as part of a long-range sea passage, Russia's Interfax news agency reported on Tuesday. Citing the press service of the Pacific Fleet, Interfax reported that the crews would conduct maneuvers "with a demonstration of the naval presence" in the Asia-Pacific See more...
Philippines’ budget deficit narrows by 16.73% in MayThe national government’s fiscal balance saw a narrower deficit in May as state collections exceeded spending growth during the period, data released by the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) on Tuesday showed. The government’s budget shortfall stood at P122.2 billion during the month, 16.73% lower than the P146.8-billion deficit in May 2022. “The lower deficit for the period was brought See more...
As DIY hormone therapy persists, trans people are exposed to health risksMANILA — It took around 3 months for transgender woman "Flora," 22, not her real name, to book an initial appointment at a free trans health clinic in Metro Manila for her to start her physical transition. And due to the delay in securing a follow-up consultation and worsening "body dysmorphia," Flora sought advice from a community of trans people See more...
O/C Records honors talents at 5th anniversary celebrationMANILA -- OC Records, the music label owned by celebrity couple Kean Cipriano and Chynna Ortaleza, marked its fifth anniversary with a celebration honoring its current headliners. Held at 19 East over the weekend, OC Records awarded three platinum awards to singer-songwriter Adie as his singles such as “Tahanan,” “Mahika,” and “Paraluman” have amassed over 100 million streams on Spotify. See more...
'Eat Bulaga' hosts excited for 'It's Showtime' on GTV“Eat Bulaga” hosts are also looking forward to “It’s Showtime’s” arrival on GTV. In an interview posted by Kapuso Showbiz News, Paolo Contis shared his excitement for GMA and ABS-CBN’s “very big” collaboration. “Exciting ‘yun, exciting ‘yun kasi ang ano diyan ... 'yung mga viewers ‘di ba? Sinimulan na yan ng GMA and ang ABS-CBN, sinimulan na nila ng collaborations See more...
Food shorts: Pop up, collabs, Pinoy burger and moreMANILA -- Check out some of the latest news in the local food scene. LITTLE GRACE POP UP WITH THE CROISSANT LADY Chef Sharwin Tee’s Little Grace Pop Up is back. This time with Donatella Chua, the Croissant Lad, in a special private dining collaboration. Tee started the Little Grace Pop Ups in 2016 to raise funds to build See more...
Navy’s anti-submarine warfare frigate deployed in West PH SeaThe Philippine Navy's missile and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) frigate and helicopter have been deployed in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Western Command (Wescom) said on Tuesday. In a Facebook post, the Wescom said BRP Antonio Luna (FF151) and AW159 ASW "Wildcat" helicopter recently arrived in its area of responsibility. The tandem of ASW platforms See more...
Mayon Volcano logs 107 volcanic earthquakes —PHIVOLCSMore volcanic earthquakes and pyroclastic density current events were observed in Mayon Volcano in the past 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said on Tuesday. Based on PHIVOLCS’ 8 a.m. bulletin, Mayon had 107 volcanic earthquakes, which is higher compared to the 102 recorded on Monday. The number of dome-collapse pyroclastic density currents increased from eight See more...
DOJ panel denies Teves’ motion to inhibit; gives him until July 17 to submit counteraffidavitMANILA — A Department of Justice (DOJ) panel of prosecutors investigating the alleged involvement of suspended Rep. Arnolfo Teves, Jr. in the killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo has denied the lawmaker’s motion to inhibit from handling the probe. Lawyer Andres Manuel, one of Teves’ lawyers, told the media Tuesday that the panel insisted during the preliminary investigation hearing See more...
Maharlika bill being reviewed by Marcos’ economic team –GatchalianThe economic team of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is currently reviewing the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) bill to ensure its legality, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said Tuesday. After Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri signed the ratified version of the bill, Gatchalian said it would go through the President’s economic team, including the Department of Finance and the Bangko Sentral ng See more...
Manila Bay reclamation projects being monitored for possible violations —DENRThe Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has been monitoring if the reclamation projects being done in Manila Bay have already committed some violations, Environment Secretary Ma. Antonia Yulo Loyzaga said Tuesday. At a Palace press briefing, Loyzaga was asked if the DENR has made orders to stop certain rehabilitation projects in Manila Bay. "We are looking at compliance See more...
Seniors, PWDs queue overnight at QC Kadiwa store for P25/kilo riceSeveral senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) queued overnight at a Kadiwa store in Quezon City to buy P25-per-kilo rice on Tuesday morning. According to a GTV Balitanghali report, before the Kadiwa store at the Department of Agriculture central office along the Elliptical Road, Quezon City opened at 8 a.m., people were already lined up. The queue had formed See more...
PHAPI: Private hospitals in need of 50% more nurses due to brain drainPrivate hospitals in the country lack 50% of their nursing staff as many have resigned and opted for better-paying jobs elsewhere, the Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. (PHAPI) said Tuesday. “Noon pa…at least 40% [ang kulang]. Siguro may nadagdag pang another 10% for the past two years. Siguro mahigit sa kalahati ng talagang kailangan ang umalis na,” See more...
MANILA — The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Tuesday honored the late President Ferdinand Marcos, Sr. for his contributions in Philippine tourism, just as the agency celebrated its 50th anniversary. Marcos Sr.'s namesake son, President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., received the posthumous plaque of recognition from Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco. DOT described the late dictator's contributions to Philippine tourism See more...
DENR prioritizing reforestation of 2M hectares of forest landsDepartment of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Ma. Antonia Yulo Loyzaga said Tuesday that the agency is prioritizing two million hectares of forest lands in its reforestation program. "In terms of our own targets sa DENR, we want to do two million hectares as a priority. Ang one million na pong iyan have been mapped adequately and we can See more...
Ricci Rivero asks bashers to spare family, friends following parents’ mall incidentRicci Rivero asked his haters to spare his family and friends from all the hate. On Tuesday’s “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” Ricci recounted his parent's incident at the mall, where strangers approached them just to say their son was a cheater. “If hindi nyo naman alam yung buong story, parang, 'wag na lang kayong mandamay nung mga labas dun See more...
DENR seeks alternative to single-use plastics to address PH's plastics woesMANILA — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Tuesday sought for alternatives on single-use plastics to address the country's plastic pollution problem. Asked about the country's role in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution, Environment Secretary Toni Yulo-Loyzaga said there was a need to push for the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) implementation now that it See more...
Putin: the beginning of the end?PARIS - The revolt by the Wagner mercenary group has exposed glaring weaknesses in the position of Russian President Vladimir Putin, raising questions over his capacity to weather the growing threats to his political survival, analysts say. Putin saw off the immediate danger that erupted over the weekend, with Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin calling off the advance of his forces See more...
DOJ denies Teves camp's motion to inhibitDepartment of Justice (DOJ) prosecutors on Tuesday denied a motion asking them to inhibit from the preliminary probe against suspended Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. over the alleged killing of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo. “Opo, dineny po ng panel ‘yung motion for inhibition dahil po sa kanila, sila as a panel, they act independently,” Atty. Andres Manuel, See more...
PNP's Acorda sees no reason to postpone 2023 BSKE in Negros OrientalDUMAGUETE CITY, Negros Oriental - Philippine National Police Chief Benjamin Acorda Jr. on Tuesday said he saw no need to postpone the October 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) in Negros Oriental. The national police chief expressed his position at the joint coordinating conference of the PNP, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Commission on Elections held at the See more...
Consortium says NAIA rehab 'very high value deal' for govtMANILA - A member of the consortium seeking to upgrade the facilities of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport said the group plans to spend around P268 billion over a 25-year period on the airport, which in turn will generate over P800 billion in “economic value” for the country. Cezar Consing, president and CEO of Ayala Corp, said if the See more...
Jellyfish sting kills woman in Bantayan Island, CebuA female visitor died after being stung by a box jellyfish at a beach in Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island in Cebu, according to a report by Nikko Sereno of GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak on "24 Oras." Responding authorities tried to revive Leslie Ann Madronero, 31, of Valencia in Bohol but failed. Sta. Fe Mayor Ithamar Espinosa confirmed the See more...
Dalawang vintage bomb, nahukay sa compound ng National MuseumDalawang vintage bomb ang nahukay ng mga awtoridad sa compound ng National Museum of the Philippines sa Maynila. Ang isa sa mga bomba, maswerteng hindi sumabog matapos tamaan ng backhoe. Sa ulat ni Nico Waje sa Unang Balita nitong Martes, makikita ang maingat na pag-inspeksiyon ng District EOD and Canine Unit ng Manila Police sa isa sa dalawang sinaunang bomba See more...
0-2: Gilas Women, talo rin sa Japan sa FIBA Women's Asia CupNalasap ng Gilas Pilipinas Women ang ikalawa nitong sunod na kabiguan laban sa five-time defending champion Japan sa iskor na 95-57, sa ginaganap na 2023 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup sa Sydney, Australia. Dahil sa pagkatalo, 0-2 na ang Pilipinas sa Pool B habang umangat sa 2-0 ang Japan, kapantay ang host na Australia. Nakamit ng Gilas Women ang unang kabiguan See more...
Sawa na hinihinalang kumakain ng mga manok, patay sa kagat ng mga asoNahuli ng mga residente ang isang sawa na hinihinalang nasa likod ng pagkawala ng mga alaga nilang manok at pato sa Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte. Sa ulat ni Breves Bulsao ng One North Central Luzon sa GMA Regional TV News nitong Martes, sinabing may habang isang metro ang sawa. Gabi nang mahuli ang ahas matapos maalarma ang mga residente sa ingay See more...
Drought expected in Camarines Norte, Southern Leyte due to El Niño — PAGASACamarines Norte and Southern Leyte are forecast to experience drought during the July-December period due to the impact of the El Niño phenomenon, state weather bureau PAGASA said Tuesday. At a public briefing, PAGASA senior weather specialist Rusy Abastillas said this is based on the latest rainfall forecast of the bureau for the said period. “Yung dalawa probinsiya pala na See more...
DOJ reviewing legality of Afghans' entry in PHThe Department of Justice (DOJ) is studying whether allowing the temporary stay of Afghan nationals in the Philippines is legal. Justice spokesman Mico Clavano said Tuesday that the request by the United States to let the foreigners enter the country is undergoing the “necessary research and due diligence.” “That is still being reviewed by our legal department here. We still See more...
Chinese man who allegedly ran a prostitution den arrested at NAIAMANILA — A Chinese man who allegedly ran a prostitution den in the Philippines has been arrested at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Tuesday. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said a derogatory check also showed that the Chinese, Hu Yulin, 32, had been blacklisted for undesirability. He was intercepted at the NAIA See more...
What can we do to combat drought?Ingrid Coetzee recalls what it was like to live through Cape Town's water crisis in 2018 when the taps almost ran dry and the South African metropolis became the world's first major city to face the risk of running out of water. At one point, residents were limited to just 50 liters (around 13 gallons) a day. To put that See more...
'Way below market value now': Carla Abellana still looking for buyer of her condoMANILA -- Carla Abellana's condominium is still up for sale. The actress made the announcement in a recent Instagram post, saying she has lowered the price even further. "Lowered the price even more! Way below market value now," she said. Now priced at P11.25 million, Abellana's condominium unit is part of The Grove by Rockwell in Pasig City. It See more...
'Jurassic' plant 'blooms' along Discovery Trail of MasungiMANILA -- A plant species coming from the prehistoric era has "bloomed" along the Discovery Trail of Masungi Georeserve in Rizal. Scientifically known as the Cycas riuminiana, the plant, locally called pitogo, was seen with its cones just along the entrance of the famous ecotourism site. The specific plant in Masungi is estimated to be 75 years old, but it See more...
Lotto winner? Here's what and what not to do, according to PCSOThe Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Tuesday shared some do’s and don’ts in claiming the jackpot prize. Interviewed on GMA Integrated News’ Unang Hirit, PCSO senior marketing specialist Romi Sison said jackpot winners should go to the PCSO main office in Mandaluyong with the winning ticket and two valid IDs to claim the prize. If the winning ticket is See more...
Sandiganbayan suspends Nat'l Defense College exec over graft caseThe Sandiganbayan has imposed a 90-day preventive suspension against an official of the of the National Defense College of the Philippines (NDCP) due to a pending graft case against him. Director III Aldrin Cuña's case involves the alleged anomalous granting of a computerization contract to a private firm worth P32 million. A former Quezon City administrator, he is the co-accused See more...
AC Soriano pays tribute to Vice Ganda at Pride eventMANILA — "I love you." This was Vice Ganda's reply to content creator AC Soriano during her tribute to the superstar comedian during the Pride March event last Saturday. In an Instagram post, Soriano shared her Vice Ganda-inspired look during the event. "Every year, I make it a point to dress as someone who made me make it through the See more...
Pag-IBIG collects P31.97 billion in home loan payments in January-MayThe Home Development Mutual Fund or Pag-IBIG Fund saw its home loan payments collections in the first five months of the year grow by double digits. In a statement, Pag-IBIG Fund said from January to May, it collected P31.97 billion in home loan payments - 15% or P4.22 billion higher than the collection in the same month last year. The See more...
Canva eyes becoming ‘essential’ for MSMEs, educators in PHMANILA - When Canva established its local office in the Philippines in 2014, the branch had just eight people focused on customer support. Nearly nine years later, the Philippine office has evolved into its largest office outside Australia, catering to one of Canva’s fastest-growing markets. Growth quickened during the pandemic as Canva proved its value by catering to the See more...
DOT launches 'Love the Philippines' as 'enhanced' tourism campaignMANILA — The Department of Tourism (DOT) during its 50th anniversary on Tuesday unveiled the country's "enhanced" tourism slogan "Love the Philippines," replacing the decade-old "It's More Fun in the Philippines." The "Love the Philippines" branding marks a new era in Philippine tourism as the country continues to recover from the pandemic, President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. said in his speech. See more...
World War II vintage bombs discovered at National Museum compoundTwo vintage bombs were unearthed Monday night at the compound of the National Museum of the Philippines in Manila, according to Nico Waje's report on Unang Balita on Tuesday. Bomb experts from the Manila Police District (MPD) inspected the bombs, one of them a 75mm high explosive projectile and another a 27mm cartridge. The two were reportedly used as ammunition See more...
LOOK: Barbie's Malibu Dreamhouse is back on AirbnbThe Barbie Malibu Dreamhouse listing is back on Airbnb in celebration of the release of the live action movie about the iconic doll next month. A room in the oceanfront mansion in Malibu, California will be available for two individual one-night stays for up to two guests each on July 21 and 22. Both stays will be free of See more...
Motorcycle exemption from MVUC eyed in tax reformMANILA - The head of the House of Representatives’ tax-writing panel has proposed to exempt motorcycles from the road user's tax as lawmakers prepare to hear new revenue proposals and reforms. Albay Congressman Joey Salceda who chairs House Ways and Means Chair said “only 5.9 percent of all Filipino households own any type of car, jeep, or van.” See more...
BOC to revive PH Customs Lab to combat smugglingThe Bureau of Customs (BOC) said on Tuesday it plans to revive the Philippines Customs Laboratory (PCL) in a bid to deter smuggling, particularly of imported chemical products, into the country. "The re-establishment of the Philippines Customs Laboratory is an opportunity to further enhance border security efforts, increase revenue collection, and foster international cooperation in customs practices," Customs Commissioner Bienvenido See more...
DENR evaluating impact of PAREXThe Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is still evaluating the impact of the Pasig River Expressway (PAREX), which has faced criticisms from transport, environmental, and heritage groups. According to DENR Secretary Ma. Antonia Loyzaga on Tuesday, she will possibly issue a statement on the environmental compliance certificate (ECC) of the PAREX by next week. "So, what we’re trying See more...