Megawide puts brakes on unsolicited proposals
Tycoon Edgar Saavedra’s Megawide Construction Corp. is putting the brakes on unsolicited proposals for now, as the listed infrastructure conglomerate intends to focus on solicited projects that are part of the government’s infrastructure flagship program......»»
Government to consult on regulation of shooting clubs and ranges
The Government is consulting New Zealanders on a package of proposals for simple and effective regulation of shooting clubs and ranges, Associate Minister of Justice, Nicole McKee announced today. "Clubs and ranges are not only important for people learning to operate firearms safely, to practice, and to compete, but they are also great community assets," Minister McKe.....»»
Lagman clarifies statement on Cha-cha after Senate leadership change
MANILA, Philippines — Albay First District Rep. Edcel Lagman has clarified that he did not give a categorical statement that Charter change (Cha-Cha) proposals would progress due to the Senate leadership change, despite being asked about it a week ago in a press briefing. Lagman, in a statement on Monday said that he will also.....»»
Raymond Garcia suspends new Palaro procurements pending review
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Acting Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia has ordered the “immediate suspension” of all new procurements related to the city’s hosting of the Palarong Pambansa 2024 in July pending a review of the proposals. Garcia said he wants to make sure that they only spend government funds on what’s needed. “Daghan.....»»
Gary Estrada never nakatanggap ng indecent proposal: Na-offend ako!
“NA-OFFEND ako!” Yan ang hirit ni Gary Estrada nang matanong kung may mga natanggap ba siyang indecent proposals noong kabataan niya. Napag-usapan kasi ang tungkol sa mga alok o offer ng mga matrona at bading sa mga male celebrities sa entertainment industry sa guesting ni Gary sa “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.” Kahapon, May 20,.....»»
Leandro nag-sorry sa transwoman: Hindi ko naibigay yung hiniling niya
MARAMING bading na lumandi sa dating sexy actor na si Leandro Baldemor kasabay ng mga indecent proposals mula sa mga nagpapantasya sa kanya. Ito yung kasagsagan ng kasikatan ng seasoned actor sa paggawa ng mga sex-drama movies sa Seiko Films ilang taon na ngayon ang nakararaan. Kuwento ni Leandro nang makachikahan namin last week, May.....»»
Voters favor creation of 8 Bangsamoro towns in Cotabato province
More than three-fourths of the 89,594 registered voters in 63 Bangsamoro barangays in Cotabato province in Region 12 voted in favor of proposals to create eight municipalities covering their domains during a plebiscite on Saturday......»»
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.....»»
Philippines diploma mill rep may attract low-tier foreign universities, expert warns
The Philippines' reputation for having so-called “diploma mills” makes it vulnerable to the entry of substandard foreign universities if proposals to open up higher education to foreign ownership push through, an education expert warned during a Senate hearing on Charter change......»»
Businessmen, more legal experts weigh in on Cha-cha
Foreign business leaders yesterday weighed in on proposals to amend the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution while legal luminaries said they see no need to change the Charter......»»
Interim Budget: FICCI advocates measures in comprehensive budget recommendations for 2024-25
New Delhi [India], January 25 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has presented a set of comprehensive recommendations ahead of the Interim Union Budget for 2024-25, outlining a strategic roadmap to fortify India's economic foundation. The proposals span a spectrum of sectors, ranging from public investments to support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), innovation.....»»
Interim Budget: FICCI advocates measures in comprehensive budget recommendations for 2024-25
New Delhi [India], January 25 (ANI): The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has presented a set of comprehensive recommendations ahead of the Interim Union Budget for 2024-25, outlining a strategic roadmap to fortify India's economic foundation. The proposals span a spectrum of sectors, ranging from public investments to support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), innovation.....»»
New finance chief eyes carbon tax
Newly installed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is pursuing the tax reform proposals of his predecessor, starting with the imposition of a carbon tax in a bid to generate additional revenues and address environmental concerns......»»
DOTr conducts preliminary evaluation of NAIA bids
All bidders eyeing the contract to operate and maintain the Ninoy Aquino International Airport have submitted complete documents for their technical proposals, inching them closer to the final round of the selection process......»»
Senate to lead review of charter change proposals | The wRap
The wRap's highlights: Charter change, West Philippine Sea, My Sassy Girl remake.....»»
DA nixes plan to impose SRP on rice to tame inflation
The Department of Agriculture is not keen on imposing a suggested retail price for rice, Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel said, clarifying that "earlier proposals" were "just an idea based on available remedies.".....»»
FIFA Qualifiers: Valiant PHL squad loses to Vietnam in group stage opener
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Men’s National Football Team (PMNFT) put on a valiant stand against Vietnam but ultimately lost 2-3 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers campaign on Thursday evening, June 6, against host Vietnam. The win automatically puts Vietnam on top of Group F of the FIFA qualifiers with three points......»»
Brilliant Alcaraz fells Korda to book French Open 4th-round spot
World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz puts himself back in the conversation as the favorite to lift the French Open title for his third Grand Slam.....»»
Russia says it may take extra nuclear deterrence steps if US puts missiles in Europe or Asia
'We do not rule out additional steps in the sphere of nuclear deterrence, because our command centers and the locations of our nuclear forces will be in range of American forward-based missiles,' says Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.....»»
Laity opposes divorce bill: It negates divine command
CEBU CITY, Philippines —“The divorce law negates the divine command that no man should separate what God has joined together. Here, man puts himself above God.” This is a portion of the Archdiocese of Cebu’s Commission on Laity’s statement regarding the passing of the divorce bill, which was recently approved on third and final reading.....»»
Two-time UAAP MVP Ybañez turns libero for Alas, joins Espejo in AVC Challenge Cup
Reigning UAAP men's volleyball MVP and Best Outside Hitter Josh Ybañez puts his floor defense skills to the test in his Alas Pilipinas debut as a converted libero in the upcoming AVC Challenge Cup in Bahrain.....»»