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Palace links improved corruption index ranking to digitalization processes
The government welcomed the country's slight improvement in the 2023 Corruption Perception Index, owing it to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s "efforts to streamline institutional processes and curtail opportunities for graft and corruption.".....»»
Horohoro Road (State Highway 30) blocked by serious crash
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Horohoro Road (State Highway 30).The crash, involving two cars, was reported to Police at 6.50am.Two people are reported to have serious injuries.The road between Nicholson Road and Whirinaki Valley Road is currently blocked by the crash and motorists are asked to avoid the area. ENDSIssued by Police Media Centre......»»
Serious Crash, Tomoana Road, Hastings
Police are responding to a serious crash involving a vehicle on Tomoana Road, Hastings, reported around 12:20pm.One person has been transported to hospital in a serious condition.The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.The road is closed at the intersections of Tomoana Road/Williams Street and Tomoana Road/Nelson Street, diversions are in place.Motorists are advised to follow the diversions......»»
Road reopens - Salisbury Road, Richmond
Salisbury Road in Richmond has reopened, after a fallen tree blocking the road was removed.Police thanks motorists for their patience while work was under way to clear the road.ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre. Source: NZ Police.....»»
Duterte liable for corruption in secret deals with Xi – Carpio
Ex-president Rody Duterte harmed Filipinos in his secret deals with Communist China. He can be indicted for corruption, retired Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio said......»»
Belmonte: No tolerance for corruption
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte yesterday reiterated her zero-tolerance policy against corruption following the arrest of an official for alleged extortion......»»
Edsa People Power Anniv: Marcos asked to focus on fight vs corruption
MANILA, Philippines — The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) has opposed proposals to amend the 1987 Constitution and urged the current administration to instead focus more on people’s needs and eradicating corruption. NCCP’s pronouncements came on the occasion of the 38th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution on Sunday under the.....»»
DOTr probes LTO chief for corruption
The Department of Transportation is investigating corruption allegations against Land Transportation Office chief Vigor Mendoza, DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista said yesterday......»»
Palace on corruption index: Philippines in right direction
The slight improvement of the Philippines in the latest Corruption Perception Index of Transparency International shows that the country is headed in the right direction even as it serves as a continuing challenge to the Marcos administration to do better, Malacañang said on yesterday......»»
Minister charged with corruption took tickets to F1 races, musicals
Minister charged with corruption took tickets to F1 races, musicals.....»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 26 February 2024
Gunmen kill Basilan city councilor Unidentified gunmen shot and killed a city councilor of Isabela City, Basilan while he was about to attend an event of the Eagles Club in Zamboanga City Sunday night. Police said two other barangay chairmen who accompanied the victim were wounded in the attack by two gunmen who later fled […].....»»
Barangay exec slain, 2 co-chairpersons hurt in Zamboanga City gun attack
Suspected hired killers shot dead the president of the Association of Barangay Captains in Isabela City, Basilan and wounded two other members of the group in a daring attack on Sunday night in Zamboanga City......»»
On sonic symphony and heartfelt honors
The Johann Strauss Society of the Philippines (JSSP), led by chairman Monaco consul general Dr. Fortune Ledesma and president Olga Martel, hosted a mesmerizing dinner event in cooperation with the Austrian Embassy Manila at the ambassador’s residence, featuring the musical prowess of Isabela Samson Madero, ARSM......»»
Basilan villagers surrender guns
Residents of Isabela City in Basilan surrendered 20 high-powered firearms on Thursday as the military and the provincial government intensified their crackdown against unlicensed guns......»»
Road-clearing ops to ensure emergency road accessibility
THE City Government of Davao carried out a road-clearing operation on February 16, 2023, at Barangay 31-D to ensure emergency road accessibility......»»
Serious crash near Helensville closes busy road
Police are responding to a serious crash in South Head, Auckland.The crash between two vehicles near the intersection of Evans Road and South Head Road was reported at about 9.51am.Three people were injured in the crash and transported to hospital, one in a serious condition, two others in a moderate condition.The crash has closed South Head Road in both directions.Traffic management is in p.....»»
Section of Devon Road in New Plymouth closed following serious crash
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Devon Road in New Plymouth.The crash was reported to Police at 7.10pm and involved several cars.Devon Road is closed between De Havilland Drive and Corbett Road, including access to Airport Drive/New Plymouth Airport.At this stage there is no information regarding injuries but an update will be provided as soon as that information is available.....»»
Serious Crash, Longbeach Road, Willowby
Police are responding to a two vehicle crash on Longbeach Road near Winslow Willowby Road, Willowby, Ashburton.The crash was reported around 5:40pm.One person is in a critical condition, and a helicopter is enroute.The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.The road is blocked and motorists are advised to expect delays.ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre Sou.....»»
53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU
The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»
DPWH fast-tracking Laguna road project
The government is rushing the completion of the Carmona-Biñan diversion road project to ease traffic in these areas in Laguna......»»