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Ombudsman affirms raps vs ex-DBM execs in Pharmally mess
The Office of the Ombudsman has affirmed its earlier ruling finding probable cause to file graft cases before the Sandiganbayan against former top officials of the Procurement Service of the Department of Budget and Management in connection with the Pharmally procurement mess amounting to P11.5 billion......»»
PLDT proposes $3 million settlement in US budget mess suit
Integrated telco PLDT Inc. has proposed to settle $3 million, or around P165 million, to resolve a class action suit filed against it in the US over its budget fiasco......»»
VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court
Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»
Budget officers in CV undergo financial management training
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Over 600 budget officers in Central Visayas underwent Public Financial Management (PFM) Training in Cebu last month. The initiative, led by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) in collaboration with the Association of Local Budget Officers-Central Visayas Inc., took place at a hotel in Mandaue City. This training was a.....»»
Budget-friendly travel hacks: How Filipinos can plan a memorable vacation on a budget
Budget-friendly travel hacks: How Filipinos can plan a memorable vacation on a budget.....»»
Cebu City Council slashes Rama’s proposed P100B budget to P25B
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama’s proposed P100 billion budget for 2024 was reduced to P25 billion by the City Council, which overrode the mayor’s veto. Councilor Jocelyn Pesquera, vice chairperson of the council’s Committee on Budget and Finance, confirmed the decision on Wednesday, Jan. 24, emphasizing that all provisions in the.....»»
Cong. Pulong Duterte got P51-B budget in three years
It was his own statement about having his district budget reduced this year that got House members to probe and discover that Davao City First District Representative Paolo ‘Pulong’ Duterte, son of former President Rodrigo Duterte, had received P51 billion in the past years......»»
House fire kills 5 in Philippines
MANILA, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- A house fire has killed a family of five, including an 11-month-old baby, in Daraga town in Albay province, southeast of the Philippines' capital Manila, authorities said Wednesday. Municipal Fire Marshal Amor Laguilles of Daraga town fire station said the fire broke out around 8:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, burning the whole house to the ground. He said the fire quickly burn.....»»
House fire kills 5 in Philippines
MANILA, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- A house fire has killed a family of five, including an 11-month-old baby, in Daraga town in Albay province, southeast of the Philippines' capital Manila, authorities said Wednesday. Municipal Fire Marshal Amor Laguilles of Daraga town fire station said the fire broke out around 8:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, burning the whole house to the ground. He said the fire quickly burn.....»»
[OPINION] Palestine lights the way forward
'Yes, this is the worst of times. But is it the best of times? That depends on each and every one of us. Are we willing to take on the great challenges of the times?'.....»»
House balks at ‘absurd’ Senate allegations about cash aid program
House Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio Gonzales has also insisted that senators approved the Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program during the budget legislation process, calling their line of questioning about its “sudden” appearance in the 2024 budget “absurd.”.....»»
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......»»
ICC can t probe Philippines drug war, Marcos tells Germany s Scholz
MANILA, The Philippines: This week, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told German Chancellor Olaf Scholz the International Criminal Court (ICC) has no authority to probe the bloody war against drugs conducted by his predecessor. Marcos discussed the Hague-based ICC's probe during a bilateral meeting with Scholz while visiting Germany. Former President Rodrigo Duterte officially withdrew from the i.....»»
Probe on online sale of smuggled onions sought
The rampant online selling of smuggled onions and other agricultural products must be investigated by the House of Representatives as it is detrimental to local farmers’ livelihood and consumers’ health, according to AGRI party-list Rep. Wilbert Lee......»»
Philippines-European Union FTA talks resume in H2
The Philippines and the European Union (EU) are looking to resume formal negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) in the early part of the second half of the year, according to the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
A Quick Guide to Online Gambling and Financial Responsibility
With the rise of PAGCOR accredited online gambling platforms, many individuals are drawn to the allure of quick wins and entertainment. However, the world of online gambling will require extreme caution and financial responsibility to avoid potential pitfalls and safeguard one’s financial well-being. Understanding the Risks Online gambling can be enticing, but it comes with […].....»»
LTO may resume delivery of driver’s license this month
With the expected delivery of plastic cards in the coming days, the Land Transportation Office is looking to resume the issuance of driver’s licenses this month......»»
UP offers 24 free online courses with training certificates
The University of the Philippines Open University is offering 24 free online courses on a diverse range of topics — from business analytics to graphic design — that will grant its completers training certificates they can add to their resume......»»
Robin Padilla says sorry to Senate execs over Mariel’s vitamin C drip mess
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Robinhood “Robin” Padilla has apologized to officials of the Senate over an incident inside his office involving his wife, actress Mariel Padilla. The actress drew flak after posting on social media last week a photo of her receiving an intravenous treatment inside her husband’s office at the Senate. ALSO READ: Mariel Padilla’s ‘gluta.....»»
Jolibet Online Gaming celebrates third year anniversary, introduces a new online gaming experience to Filipinos
Jolibet Online Gaming celebrates third year anniversary, introduces a new online gaming experience to Filipinos.....»»