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Alerts raised on Visayas, Luzon grids due to power woes
MANILA, Philippines — The Visayas grid was placed on yellow alert while the Luzon grid on red alert by the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) on Tuesday, April 16. This was after 42 power plants either stopped supplying electricity or reduced their output. When power supply is insufficient to meet consumer demand then.....»»
Solution to MM’s traffic woes
Of 387 metro areas worldwide, why does Metro Manila have to hold the distinction of having the worst traffic congestion?.....»»
Transport summit
The hellish traffic jam woes have become the penitence of people who spent the just concluded Holy Week on road trips for out-of-town destinations......»»
Catriona Gray unfazed by relationship woes with Sam Milby
Finally, we HAD a Miss Universe sighting!.....»»
Miscalculation, free throw woes doomed Rain or Shine vs TNT – Guiao
Rain or Shine guard Jhonard Clarito may have miscalculated in his late layup attempt that all but secured TNT’s victory over Elasto Painters in the PBA Philippine Cup opener Wednesday, head coach Yeng Guiao said......»»
Free-throw woes aside, San Miguel survives Magnolia in PBA final opener
San Miguel needs to fine-tune its free throw shooting as it nearly blows a 20-point lead before escaping Magnolia to draw first blood in the PBA Commissioner's Cup finals.....»»
Lee bucks shooting woes as Magnolia closes in on ending finals drought
Paul Lee bails Magnolia out with a clutch shot as the Hotshots move on the verge of their first PBA finals appearance since the 2021 Philippine Cup.....»»
Layers of deniability
Aides of politicians may see another cautionary tale in the legal woes of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada......»»
Meet Healy After Dark, the band behind the soundtrack of your romantic woes
Get to know the workings of the Pampanga-based ensemble behind the hit song 'Isip'.....»»
DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam
The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»
BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»
‘VP Sara’s P125 million in 11 days not theoretical’
Militant opposition lawmakers refuted yesterday claims by Vice President Sara Duterte in her Supreme Court reply that the P125-million confidential and intelligence funds her office received was only “theoretical” and thus didn’t cause any real damage......»»
Estelito Mendoza is Sara Duterte’s lawyer for confidential funds case in SC
Mendoza's legal victories include the junking of the disqualification case vs Marcos Jr. and the plunder acquittals of Arroyo and Revilla.....»»
Sandigan upholds conviction of TLRC execs over ‘pork’ scam
The Sandiganbayan has affirmed the conviction of three officials of the abolished state firm Technology and Livelihood Resource Center for graft and malversation of public funds in connection with their alleged involvement in the pork barrel fund scam......»»
Teachers group press DepEd for more funding to hold indoor year-end rites
ACT Chairperson Vladimer Quetua said that additional funds on top of schools' maintenance and other operating expenses (MOOE) are needed to secure suitable venues for graduation and moving up ceremonies. .....»»
Government urged to redirect Cha-cha funds to boost education system
Quetua described the projected cost of holding a Charter change plebiscite as a “stark misallocation of resources” at a time when teachers and students are dealing with “overcrowded and inconducive learning environments." .....»»
PH Allocates Over P32 Billion to Boost Workforce
The Philippine government has allocated billions of funds to enhance employment and livelihood programs in the 2024 budget. The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary, Mina F. Pangandaman announced a substantial allocation of P32.720 billion under the Fiscal Year 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA). The budget includes important initiatives spearheaded by the Department of […].....»»
BPI eyes return to debt markets in 1st half
Bank of the Philippine Islands is looking to tap the local and foreign debt markets within the first half of the year to raise funds to refinance its maturing obligations and beef up its lending portfolio......»»
3 TLRC execs get 26 years for ‘pork’ scam
The Sandiganbayan yesterday sentenced three ranking officials of the abolished state firm Technology and Livelihood Resource Center to serve up to 26 years in prison for graft and malversation of public funds in connection with their involvement in the “pork barrel” fund scam......»»
GCash Disappears on Google Play Store, Company Says for Updates
Late last night, users were surprised to find that the GCash app had vanished from the Google Play Store, prompting concerns and speculation, with the company ensuring users that their funds and accounts remain secure. As of 2 AM, the GCash app was nowhere to be found on the Play Store, leading to the circulation […].....»»