BIR files rap vs accountancy firm tagged in P200-M worth of fake receipts
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) filed criminal charges against corporate officers and an accountant of a trading company for using more than P200 M worth of fake receipts......»»
Philippines debt declines to P14.9 trillion in March
The country’s outstanding debt declined by nearly two percent to P14.93 trillion as of end-March from a record P15.18 trillion a month ago as the government settled its obligations to both local and foreign lenders, according to the Bureau of the Treasury......»»
Approval of agricultural economic sabotage bill sought
Tobacco growers urged Congress to convene the bicameral conference committee to iron out disagreeing provisions and approve the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage bill before President Marcos’ State of the Nation Address......»»
PNB books 10.4% growth in Q1 income
Philippine National Bank of tobacco and airline magnate Lucio Tan booked a 10.4-percent increase in earnings to P5.31 billion in the first quarter from a year-ago level of P4.81 billion, boosted by core business growth and lower credit provisions......»»
A Filipino TNC
An all Filipino transport network company is joining the market and is aiming to eventually become the Philippine’s number one TNC, and further into the future, even go international......»»
PAL profit tumbles on price pressures
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines felt the shock of ballooning prices of fuel and services in the first quarter of the year, suffering a 13- percent drop in profit due to higher spending......»»
Problem areas
You will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don’t panic......»»
210 protesters detained during May Day demonstrations in Turkey
Turkish police detained 210 people Wednesday during May Day demonstrations in Istanbul, said Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.Activists took to the streets on May 1 to call for better working conditions and labor rights. Pro-Palestinian sentiments also were on display.Yerlikaya said protesters refused to listen to warnings and that they attempted to walk to Istanbul's central Taksim Square and "attack" pol.....»»
Duterte-Marcos Feud in Philippines Has China and U.S. Watching Nervously - Foreign Policy
Duterte-Marcos Feud in Philippines Has China and U.S. Watching Nervously Foreign Policy.....»»
Philippines summons China envoy over water cannon incident
Manila, Philippines - Manila summoned a senior Chinese envoy on Thursday to protest a water cannon incident that damaged two Philippine vessels during a patrol in the South China Sea.A coast guard vessel and another government boat were damaged in the April 30 incident near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, according to the Philippines' foreign ministry.Manila and Beijing have a long history of territorial.....»»
DMW’s new 10-point agenda to run on lesser 2024 budget
New Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac will prioritize overseas Filipino workers' protection and financial leverage despite his agency receiving a lower budget this year by some P2.935 billion......»»
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Feeling the intense heat? As we experience unprecedented heat levels, Acerpure has come to the rescue with its air circulators, so say goodbye to sweaty summer woes and enjoy a cool breeze of relief. Beat the heat with Acerpure’s Summer Refresh Deals, which offer up to 50% off on Acerpure products until June 30, 2024......»»
NBA: Celtics destroy Heat to clinch series
The Boston Celtics crushed the Miami Heat 118-84 to complete an emphatic 4-1 series victory Wednesday and book their place in the second round of the NBA playoffs. The postseason top seeds — upset by Miami in last year’s Eastern Conference finals — avenged that loss in spectacular fashion with a one-sided wire-to-wire rout at.....»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if…
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, May 2, 2024. P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if… Ordinary passengers who rely on commuting daily will face a much greater burden on their wallets, as jeepney drivers will.....»»
MCSAPO to hold jail-based rehab program for female inmates
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — The Mandaue City Substance Abuse Prevention Office (MCSAPO) is set to conduct a jail-based rehabilitation program for female inmates. This will be the first time that the rehabilitation program will be conducted in the female dormitory. The MCSAPO and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology implemented the program with male inmates.....»»
Cagayan Valley tennis gets major boost
Tennis enthusiasts in Region II are in for a treat as the Palawan Pawnshop National Tennis Championships (PPS NTC) and the Cagayan Valley Tennis Federation (CAVALTEF) recently joined forces to revitalize and elevate the tennis program in Cagayan Valley......»»
Converge aims to boost PBA squad via draft
After ending PBA Season 48 dead-last in both the Commissioner’s Cup and Philippine Cup, the Converge FiberXers are looking ahead to the draft......»»
Pink Argonauts to hold charity golf, dive event
The Pink Argonauts (TPA) formally launched its first Golf and Dive Event slated on May 24-26 at the Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club and at Aiyanar Beach and Dive Resort respectively, together with the events beneficiaries......»»
Philippines seeks to regain dragon boat championship at home
The Philippines is eyeing to once again bag the overall championship in the International Canoe Federation Dragon Boat World Championship later this year, Philippine Canoe-Kayak and Dragon Boat Federation president Leonora Escollante said, with the country hosting the event......»»
Taguig RTC convicts Cedric Lee, Deniece Cornejo, others over illegal detention of Vhong Navarro
In a 94-page decision, Taguig RTC Branch 153 has sentenced Lee, Cornejo, Ferdinand Guerrero, and Simeon Raz to reclusion perpetua, equivalent to 40 years imprisonment, for their involvement in the 2014 case concerning the extortion and assault of Navarro......»»