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Creation of new 8 BARMM towns in Cotabato province set
All is set for the April 13 plebiscite for the creation of eight Bangsamoro municipalities to cover 63 barangays in Cotabato province as part of efforts to transform component farming and fishery sites as new destinations for investors......»»
Marcos wants Cha-cha plebiscite in 2025 elections
This is the second time that Marcos has instructed the upper chamber of Congress — which is supposed to be independent of the executive and was lukewarm to Charter change until this year — about how lawmakers should revise the 1987 Constitution. .....»»
We, the sovereign Filipino people
Approved by the 1986 Constitutional Commission, the 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines was presented to former president Corazon C. Aquino and ratified on Feb. 2, 1987 by a plebiscite and proclaimed on Feb. 11, 1987......»»
Over 600-K affected by shear line in Davao
Over 600,000 people in Davao Region were affected by a shear line, causing unprecedented damage and extensive flooding and landslides. The regional director of the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region emphasized the need to address these issues and called for collaboration to prevent future disasters. The agriculture sector suffered over P50 million in damages, while infrastructure incurred around P25 million in damages. The report also highlighted the impact on road sections, bridges, and houses, with significant assistance provided by OCD-Davao. Plans are underway for a region-wide flooding dialogue and realignment of projects with disaster prevention efforts in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways. Related stories include urging proactive measures in establishing disaster services at barangays and the expedited release of aid for Davao disaster victims......»»
Cebu City Council OKs additional P65 million for CCSC renovation
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Council has approved an additional P65 million budget for the rehabilitation and ongoing renovation of the Cebu City Sports Center (CCSC). Initially, the executive department had requested P74 million, but only P65 million was granted. It can be recalled that Acting Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia questioned the need.....»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 12 February 2024
MindaNews’ Gallardo is new Cagayan de Oro Press Club president MindaNews reporter Froilan Gallardo was elected as president of the Cagayan de Oro Press Club over the weekend. The press club held the elections last Saturday to vote for the 15-man board of directors. After the board was elected, the directors voted Gallardo as president. […].....»»
Trump opens up lead over Biden in rematch many Americans don’t want
A survey finds 67% of Americans are 'tired of seeing the same candidates in presidential elections and want someone new.' But only 18% said they would not vote if Biden and Trump were their choice......»»
Bumper harvest of palay seen in Q1
Despite threats of El Niño, the country’s palay output in the first quarter likely inched up year-on-year to over 4.8 million metric tons on the back of higher yield......»»
Manila Water spending P271 million for Quezon City sewerage upgrade
Manila Water Co. Inc. of ports and power tycoon Enrique Razon is spending P271 million to enhance water services to over 1.4 million households in Quezon City by improving its sewer network this year......»»
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......»»
Aghon landfall over Ticao Island seen, may intensify into typhoon — PAGASA
Tropical Depression Aghon may possibly landfall over Ticao Island this Saturday evening, this as PAGASA forecasts the cyclone to intensify into typhoon category within three days......»»
P16 million shabu, over 300 persons nabbed in simultaneous police operations in Central Visayas
P16 million shabu, over 300 persons nabbed in simultaneous police operations in Central Visayas.....»»
Investors pour over $700 million into Philippine digital banks
Global and local investors have poured over $700 million (around P40 billion) into the country’s digital banking sector to support the industry’s growth and potential to reshape the online financial landscape......»»
MIAA sees over 1 million arrivals this Holy Week
The Manila International Airport Authority is expecting an influx of over one million passengers this coming Holy Week......»»
DOT: Philippines welcomes over 1.2 million tourists
Over 1.2 million tourists visited the Philippines from January to March 5 this year, according to the Department of Tourism......»»
Washington state reaches a nearly $150 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over opioid crisis
Washington state reaches a nearly $150 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over opioid crisis.....»»
WATCH: Early look at Comelec’s new vote counting machines for 2025
Catch the live demonstration on Thursday, June 6 at 9:30am.....»»
Democratie en Afrique : la technologie de vote numerique et les medias sociaux peuvent tre une force pour le bien et le mal
_C'est une annee exceptionnelle pour les elections sur le continent : d'ici la fin 2024, 20 pays devraient organiser des elections nationales. Une poignee d'autres prevoient egalement des elections locales. Comme partout ailleurs dans le monde, les technologies numeriques sont amenees jouer un role cle dans les elections africaines et, plus largement.....»»
A humbled Modi needs allies, and answers to India’s unemployment, inflation
As the general election's vote count neared completion on Tuesday, June 4, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alliance appeared headed for a narrow majority, falling well short of the anticipated landslide in a stunning setback for the populist leader.....»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1530 GMT, June 2
HELSINKI -- Businesswoman Halla Tomasdottir is set to become Iceland's new president, official data from the Icelandic national broadcaster RUV showed Sunday. According to the RUV, Tomasdottir led her opponents with 34.3 percent of the vote, followed by former Prime Minister Katrina Jakobsdottir, who came in second with 25.2 percent. (Iceland-New President) - - - - CHICAGO -- An overnight shooting.....»»