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DOLE finds labor violations in fire-hit MV June Aster probe

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) found several violations of labor laws by M/V June Aster, owned by Atienza Interisland Ferris Inc. At the DOLE Lupong Pamagawa inquiry ... Read More


DSWD-11 to release 2nd tranche of UPLIFT aid for Group 3

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao (DSWD-11) announced Thursday the release of the second tranche of financial assistance for qualified beneficiaries under the Unifie... Read More


FedEx: Philippines 'doing everything right' as logistics hub

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The Philippines is on the right track in its bid to become a regional logistics hub, according to FedEx Airline and International President and CEO Richard Smith, as the global logis... Read More


DOJ alarmed by nearly 6M fake PWD IDs

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Fredderick Vida on Thursday described reports that roughly 6 million people are using fake persons with disability (PWD) identification cards as... Read More


ASEAN execs polish fuel stockpiling bid

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The possibility of the Philippines being a regional fuel stockpiling hub remains under study, but Energy Secretary Sharon Garin said making the country a priority once the need arise... Read More


Batang Ligtas Act to boost gov't campaign vs online abuse - DOJ

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Fredderick Vida on Thursday thanked Congress for ratifying the Batang Ligtas Act, saying it will strengthen the government's campaign to protect... Read More


ERC official hopes for more enrollment under RCOA program

Manila, Oct. 9 -- An Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) official has urged the public to take advantage of the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA) program to save on energy costs and choose an e... Read More


Garin highlights PH energy security measures

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The Philippines is firm in ensuring energy security through policy reforms that will use more renewable energy (RE) technologies and tap more domestic energy sources, Energy Secretar... Read More


Higher crude prices dampen PH stocks, peso Thursday

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The increase in crude oil prices in the international market to almost USD104 per barrel pushed investors' worries further up, reversing the rise of the Philippine Stock Exchange ind... Read More


GSIS-Butuan extends calamity loans to 5,550 members

Manila, Oct. 9 -- The Government Service Insurance System in Butuan City (GSIS Butuan) has extended calamity loans to 5,550 active members and pensioners following the city's declaration of a state of... Read More