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FACT CHECK | VP Sara Duterte did not return her 2022 confidential fund
Vice President Sara Duterte has not returned any confidential funds to the government treasury, contrary to a video posted on YouTube. Reports that Duterte spent in just 11 days in December 2022 a confidential fund amounting to P125 million from the contingency fund of the Office of the President drew widespread criticisms and demands for […].....»»
QC prosecutor’s office junks ‘grave threats’ rap vs Duterte
The Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office has dismissed the grave threats case filed by ACT Teachers Rep. France Castro against former President Rodrigo Duterte, saying there was insufficient evidence to prove his intent to harm her. Castro accused Duterte of threatening to kill her based on statements he made during two episodes of his show “Gikan sa Masa,.....»»
Near-target 2023 GDP growth acceptable amidst economic challenges – Neda chief
INQUIRER/ MARIANNE BERMUDEZ MANILA, Philippines — The country’s chief socioeconomic planner, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), said that a 2023 economic growth slightly lower than the previous year’s 7.6 percent but near the government’s 6 to 7 percent target range would be considered acceptable, given the challenges faced by the.....»»
DENR warns of water rationing in Metro Manila
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources yesterday warned of possible water rationing if residents, particularly in Metro Manila, will not practice conservation measures amid the impact of the El Niño phenomenon and the dry season......»»
DENR warns of water rationing in Metro Manila
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources yesterday warned of possible water rationing if residents, particularly in Metro Manila, will not practice conservation measures amid the impact of the El Niño phenomenon and the dry season......»»
Mayor Honey warns vs poser FB account
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna sought the help of the media in disseminating the information that there is a poser Facebook account using her name. In a text message to members of the Manila City Hall Reporters’ Association (MACHRA), the lady mayor said: “Para po sa kaalaman ng lahat, mayroon pong kumakalat na poser Facebook account […].....»»
No sanctions for teacher scolding pupils — VP Sara
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President and Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd) Sara Duterte announced on Thursday that the teacher who was seen in a viral video scolding her class will not face any penalties. According to Duterte, she just wants to remind the teacher that when she is angry, she has to pause.....»»
PNP will not enforce arrest warrant for Duterte if ICC issues one
MANILA, Philippines — If the warrant of arrest from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for former President Rodrigo Duterte ever comes out, the Philippine National Police (PNP) will not enforce it, according to its spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo. Although PNP has no confirmed information on the issuance of the arrest warrant, Fajardo said it will.....»»
Duterte to Marcos: let’s take a drug test at the Luneta Park
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 30 January)—Former President Rodrigo Duterte dared President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to take a drug test at the Luneta Park in Manila to prove to the public that he does not use illegal drugs. He said he is willing to take the drug test, too. “It is not me who will prove, […].....»»
Hontiveros dares both Marcos and Duterte to undergo drug test
MANILA, Philippines — In order to put an end to tirades from both camps, opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros encouraged on Wednesday both President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and former chief executive Rodrigo Duterte to undergo drug tests. “Drug testing should always be suspicionless and voluntary. Para matapos na ang patutsadahan sa drug use ng dalawang.....»»
Duterte has stopped taking fentanyl before becoming President — Panelo
MANILA, Philippines — Former President Rodrigo Duterte stopped taking Fentanyl even before his election as the chief executive of the country in 2016, according to his then chief legal counsel, Salvador Panelo. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday alleged that the former president is taking fentanyl. In a text message to INQUIRER.net, Panelo reiterated.....»»
PDEA denies Bongbong Marcos was on drug list despite Duterte’s allegations
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was never listed by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) for illegal drugs, the agency said on Monday. Former president Rodrigo Duterte, however, asserted last Sunday at a prayer rally in Davao that Marcos had been on the narcotics list, citing evidence shown to him by PDEA during.....»»
Meralco sustains power in PBA 3x3
Meralco turned to full power early to sweep its way to the quarterfinals of Leg 5 the PBA 3x3 Season 3 Third Conference yesterday at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay......»»
Bolts seek to keep 3x3 rampage
Meralco aims to continue on its sizzling run in the PBA 3x3 Season 3 Third Conference as Leg 5 fires off today at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay......»»
House committee raises doubts about US Navy’s Indo-Pacific logistics
The US embassy in the Philippines said on January 11 that the US delivered fuel from Hawaii to Subic Bay, a former US Navy base that is not currently one of the sites Manila has agreed to give US military access.....»»
Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home
Juan is just one out of many fisherfolk unable to make a living from the sight that greets them in the morning and lulls them at night. When reclamation started in Manila Bay and in Bulacan Aerotropolis, it meant finding source material for dumping, and there is no need to look farther than Cavite whose coasts are rich in black sand. High in iron content, the black sand can be used for concrete and asphalt production—a vital ingredient for built infrastructure. The post Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
US tanker transfers fuel to Subic storage facility
US-registered tanker is currently in the country to transfer fuel from a military base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to a commercial storage facility in Subic Bay, according to the US embassy in Manila......»»
Most sidewalk vendors near Davao’s Bankerohan market still to relocate
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 1 June) — Sidewalk vendors who have been encroaching near the Bankerohan Public Market for over two decades were supposed to start transferring inside the market itself and some other relocation sites nearby on Saturday. However, as observed by MindaNews, only one vendor so far has occupied the “talipapa” on the […].....»»
Sidewalk vendors around Davao’s Bankerohan Market assured transfer won’t affect sales
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 24 May) – An official from the City Economic Enterprise (CEE) assured sidewalk vendors they won’t be having problems with sales if they will be transferred within the Bankerohan Public Market. The vendors, who used to encroach on sidewalks near the market, such as near Marfori Street, Datu Bago Street, and […].....»»
Philippines builds coast guard station in islands near Taiwan
MANILA - The Philippines has built a coastguard station in its northern islands near Taiwan, boosting its capacity to monitor an area where China has built up its military presence, National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano said on Friday.He said the new station less than 200 km (125 miles) from Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory, will improve Manila's ability to monitor the Luzon Strait, a vital intern.....»»