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Marcos denies family’s ill-gotten wealth anew, accuses critics of propaganda

Marcos sought to downplay well-documented evidence that the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had stripped government coffers of at least $5 billion and that his family acquired millions-worth of stolen loot that they even took with them to exile in Hawaii......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

House probe sought on country’s forest fire fighting capabilities

 A lawmaker is calling on the House of Representatives to probe the government’s capability in combatting forest fires following the series of forest fires in Benguet province and elsewhere......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Is your salary enough?

The most awaited day for employees is the 15th of the month. On this day, the ATMs become the popularly sought-after machine for salaried employees and workers who must eventually remit their hard-earned cash to their homes......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

DOST seeks Mindanaoans’ support for priority S& T bills

THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST), in a consultative forum, recently sought support from the scientific and legislative communities in Mindanao for the passage of five priority scientific bills......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Beermen gain q’finals advantage

Streaking San Miguel Beer primed up for the PBA Commissioner’s Cup quarterfinals by welcoming back June Mar Fajardo and snaring a sought-for win-once incentive......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Auto, EV players welcome possible tariff relief for hybrid, e-motorcycles

Automotive firms and electric vehicle players welcomed yesterday the potential expansion of the list of vehicles that can enjoy lower tariffs to include hybrid vehicles and e-motorcycles currently being studied by the government, saying that their inclusion may promote the shift to more environment-friendly transport options......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

JICA leads project to reprocess food waste

The local government of Mandaue, Cebu is working with the Japan International Cooperation Agency and two Japanese firms for a feasibility study to convert food waste to energy, soil conditioner or animal feeds to promote a circular economy and fight climate change......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Senate asks Davao police help in Quiboloy arrest

The Senate sergeant-at-arms has sought assistance from the Police Regional Office 11 in Davao in implementing the warrant issued by the upper chamber for the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy, the self-proclaimed son of God......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Early case resolution sought for 141 NFA officials

The resolution of cases against 141 officials and employees of the National Food Authority must be hastened amid the six.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Senator seeks arrest warrant vs Quiboloy

Sen. Risa Hontiveros yesterday sought the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy for defying the Senate’s summons to attend the hearing on alleged sexual abuses in Quiboloy’s ministry......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Suspension of PhilHealth contributions sought for minimum wage earners

An economist-lawmaker from the House of Representatives has proposed to suspend the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. premium contributions of all minimum wage earners to increase their take-home pay......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

K-12 curriculum review every 3 years sought

Las Piñas Rep. Camille Villar is pushing for legislation that will mandate the regular review of the K-12 Basic Education Curriculum to ensure the “employability and competitiveness” of its graduates......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Extortionist nabbed, charged with estafa in Mandaue

CEBU CITY, Philippines –  A 53-year-old extortionist was arrested and charged with estafa for extorting money from old female victims by pretending to have personal connections at the Bureau of Internal Revenue in Mandaue City, Cebu. After one of her victims sought the help of authorities, the woman was arrested during an entrapment operation on.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Foreign help for seaside peace road project sought

Residents of the now progressing fishing capital of Maguindanao del Norte need help from foreign donors in building bridges over rivers at stretches of a road now being constructed to connect their town to Sultan Kudarat province......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Special prosecutor for crimes vs journalists sought

United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan has recommended the appointment of special prosecutors who would handle crimes against journalists and other human rights defenders......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Ban sought vs those who joke about bombs

Local airlines are asking for help in banning persons or air passengers who make bomb threats or jokes......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Benguet’s cabbage glut

Last week, urgent messages sought support for Benguet farmers by emphasizing that “a contribution of P1,500 could save 100 kgs of cabbage......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Choco Mucho signs ex-Army star Royse Tubino

Choco Mucho added a veteran presence in Royse Tubino recently, hoping the former Army standout would be the last piece of the championship puzzle the franchise has long sought for in the Premier Volleyball League......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Choco Mucho acquires Tubino

Choco Mucho plucked veteran Royse Tubino recently, hoping that the former Army standout would be the last piece of the championship puzzle the franchise has long sought for in the Premier Volleyball League......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024