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Cha-cha plebiscite during mid-year elections: No media question on Comelec s apparent uncertainty
BOTH LEGISLATIVE chambers are on the forefront of ongoing charter change discussions. Legislators have repeatedly said that amendments will be limited to economic measures in the 1987 Constitution.Meanwhile, the Commission on Elections (Com.....»»
LTFRB-Davao to strictly monitor bus terminals for Holy Week
THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Region-Davao Region (LTFRB-Davao) assures strict security measures in bus terminals in line with the observance of the Holy Week from March 24 to 31, 2024......»»
Philippines intensifies monitoring against illegal drug smuggling
MANILA, March 14 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Thursday that it will heighten monitoring measures to fight against illegal drug smuggling. PCG Commandant Ronnie Gil Gavan issued the order after its force recovered 122.7 million pesos (about 2.2 million U.S. dollars) worth of suspected cocaine in the waters off and shorelines of central and southern Philippines this month. Gavan ordered.....»»
PNP to deploy 34,000 cops for Lent, summer
As thousands are expected to take advantage of the Holy Week and summer break to go on vacations, the Philippine National Police said security measures would be intensified to ensure public safety......»»
BSP to banks, financial institutions: Prioritize national ID as top identification
The central bank said that institutions should “adopt enhanced measures to ensure the broad acceptance of the PhilID” whether its physical or electronic version as a valid proof of identity and age for all financial transactions. .....»»
Palestinians prepare for Ramadan in the shadow of Gaza war
JERUSALEM/CAIRO/RAFAH, Gaza — Palestinians prepared for Ramadan in a sombre mood with heightened security measures by Israeli police and the spectre of war and hunger in Gaza overshadowing the normally festive Muslim holy month as talks to secure a ceasefire stalled. Thousands of police have been deployed around the narrow streets of the Old City.....»»
Navotas opens 3 more pumping stations
Taking proactive measures to address flooding during the rainy season, the local government of Navotas has opened three more pumping stations in the city......»»
Netizens discuss: ‘What is delicious to eat in this heat?’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — In today’s ‘Hot’ news, on Wednesday, March 6, the heat index ranges between 34 and 35 degrees Celsius. With that, the state weather bureau urged the public to take precautionary measures and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. On the other side of things, the hot season also makes us.....»»
Marcos pushes Philippines-Australia partnership on climate change
President Marcos yesterday urged Australia to work with the Philippines on clean and renewable energy and measures aimed at addressing the effects of climate change that place food security and people’s livelihood at risk......»»
Digital times call for digital measures
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has recognized the undeniable rise of digital commerce in the Philippines by promulgating Revenue Regulation16-2023, issued on Dec. 21, 2023, and Revenue Memorandum Circular 08-2024, issued on Jan. 15, 2024, respectively......»»
Managing the impact of El Niño
As the El Niño phenomenon persists in the Philippines, the need to take more proactive measures is further highlighted to help the country weather its impact, especially with the looming dry season......»»
Bill legalizing motorcycle taxis pushed
Speaker Martin Romualdez yesterday served notice to his colleagues in the House of Representatives about the “prioritization” of measures that will help mitigate the burden of commuters in public transportation, like the proposal to utilize motorcycle taxis......»»
From reactive to proactive: Bill pushes early action to mitigate climate disasters
Under House Bill 9935 filed by Rep. Jose Manuel Alba (Bukidnon), declaring a “state of imminent disaster” allows using national and local resources for proactive measures before a disaster. .....»»
CCC issues El Niño defense measures
With the effects of the El Niño now being felt across the country, the Climate Change Commission has offered some tips to help the public cope with water shortages, rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions......»»
What impact could a potential POGO ban have on the REITs?
I got this question in response to news that the House of Representatives approved two measures that seek to ban POGOs in the Philippines. POGOs, or Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators, are licensed and monitored by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp., and have been controversial since their presence exploded during Rodrigo Duterte’s term as president......»»
PDIC studying increase in bank deposit protection limit
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp said that it is conducting a study to determine if the current protection limit of P500,000 should be increased along with the introduction of other measures to “instill market discipline”......»»
China must comply with treaty on protected areas – expert
China will be under a “very clear obligation” to comply with measures that apply in marine protected areas in the South China Sea as signatory of the landmark United Nations High Seas Treaty, according to a Japanese international law expert......»»
STATEMENT | A cry for justice for the victims and survivors of the ongoing climate disaster in Davao region
This most recent landslide is only a stark reminder that recurring disasters have occurred, pointing to a lack of corporate accountability and the failure to install mitigating measures to prevent a new landslide and prompt response when a new one occurs......»»
Marcos OKs pharma-zones for cheaper generics
To ensure the availability of affordable medicines, President Marcos is pushing for measures to encourage both local and foreign pharmaceutical firms to take part in drug manufacturing in the country......»»
House panel Oks proposed POGO ban
Efforts to ban Philippine offshore gaming operators in the country have gained ground at the House of Representatives after a committee yesterday approved two measures on this......»»