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PhilHealth members’ contribution rises to 5% in 2024
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) members will see a premium contribution hike from four to five percent this year. The increase is in line with the Universal Health Care (UHC) law, according to PhilHealth President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Ledesma, Jr. “Kailangan natin ng pondo para matugunan ang ating mga nasimulang.....»»
Marcos mulls creation of PNP legal department
To protect police officers from harassment, President Marcos is eyeing the creation of a legal department within the Philippine National Police. ?.....»»
Marcos holds command conference with Navy
Days after keynoting a regional defense and security summit in Singapore, President Marcos met yesterday with the Navy’s top brass for an update on the implementation of a program to enhance military capability to protect the country’s territory and exclusive economic zone......»»
New citizen science program to focus on protection of mangroves
The program aims to manage and protect the Philippines' vital mangrove cover as part of the "BakaJuan Project", with volunteers and stakeholders actively implementing it......»»
‘Playtime’ stars on how women can protect themselves against predators
GMA Pictures and Viva Films have collaborated on a suspense-thriller about a predator who lures women into his “twisted game of hunter and prey.” Opening on June 12 in cinemas, the film stars Xian Lim, Sanya Lopez, Coleen Garcia and Faye Lorenzo......»»
Lawmaker urges agencies to enact ordinances vs SOGIE-based discrimination
A House lawmaker has called on local government units to enact ordinances that would protect LGBTQ persons against discrimination based on four existing laws that focus on safe spaces and protection from sexual abuse......»»
AFP vows to protect fishermen from China harassment
Filipino fishermen need not worry about China’s fishing ban or its threat to arrest foreign “trespassers” in what it claims as its territorial waters, as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has assured them of protection from possible harassment by the Chinese......»»
Stronger vape regulation sought to protect consumers, boost revenues
Amid the rampant smuggling and illicit trade of e-cigarettes, a consumer group is pushing for stronger regulation of the vape industry to safeguard consumers from potential harm and maximize government revenue from legal sales......»»
Sarbay Fest, Mindanao’s biggest beach party, kicks off May 24
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 23 May) – Around 800 security personnel have been mobilized to help protect tens of thousands of foreign and local visitors who have already started to swarm the powdery white sand beaches in the village of Gumasa, Glan town in Sarangani. The three-day Sarbay Fest (Sarangani Bay Festival), touted as […].....»»
Women workers support divorce bill
Women workers yesterday expressed support for the immediate passage of the absolute divorce bill, saying it would protect women and families from abuse......»»
Marcos signs ‘Eddie Garcia’ Law
Named after a veteran actor, the “Eddie Garcia Law” has been signed by President Marcos to protect and ensure the welfare of workers in the movie and television industry......»»
Marcos signs ‘Eddie Garcia’ law to protect movie, TV workers
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law a measure aimed at safeguarding the rights and welfare of entertainment industry workers by compelling their employers to meet the minimum labor rights standards in the country......»»
Belmonte to cops: Never forget people’s rights
Police officers should never forget their duty to protect people and their rights, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte said yesterday......»»
World Insights: America s bloc offense in disguise of 'common defense'
© Provided by Xinhua The United States claims to protect its allies under mutual defense treaties, but in reality, the treaties serve as a tool to subordinate them to the supe.....»»
British Chamber expects passage of anti-agricultural economic sabotage act
The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines looks forward to the passage of the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act to further assist on inflation and food supply–echoing the government’s prioritization of imposing stringent measures to protect the local farmers and consumers. .....»»
Conglomerates tapped to preserve Verde Island
The government has tapped three of the country’s biggest conglomerates to protect the Verde Island Passage, a critical waterway and internationally recognized biodiversity area in the country......»»
Comelec eyes early voting to combat heat
To protect voters from the scorching heat, the Commission on Elections is looking to adopt early voting and mall voting during next year’s midterm elections......»»
Kiko kay Sharon: I will protect you fiercely! Happy 28th, sweetheart!
PINUSUAN at ni-like ng maraming netizens ang anniversary message ni dating Sen. Kiko Pangilinan para sa kanyang wifey na si Sharon Cuneta. Pinakilig kasi ng nag-iisang Megastar ang mga Sharonians sa ipinost niyang mensahe para kay Kiko para sa kanilang 28th wedding anniversary this year. In fairness, tinawag pa ngang “best husband” at “number 1.....»»
DICT: Most gov t agencies failed to respond to cybersecurity warnings
Only around one out of 10 government offices recently notified by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) of a vulnerability in their cyber systems took action to protect themselves, Undersecretary Jeffrey Ian Day said on Tuesday. .....»»
Mail deliveries set from 6 a.m. to noon – PHLPost
The Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) has allowed mail carriers to make deliveries from 6 a.m. until noon to protect themselves against heat exhaustion and heat stroke, Postmaster General Luis Carlos said yesterday......»»