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Advocates cite need for alternatives to address impact of tobacco use

Manila, Sept. 3 -- As government measures to discourage more people from smoking remain futile, advocates of alternative options underscore the need for support to lessen health and economic costs. A... Read More


Smart ends use of shortened links to help address scams

Manila, Sept. 3 -- Telecommunications firm Smart is now using the full address of its official domain, https://smart.com.ph, for text blasts to prevent its consumers from clicking links that scammers ... Read More


PCAB, CIAP placed under DTI chief's direct supervision

Manila, Sept. 3 -- To ensure the integrity and transparency of government agencies involved in building infrastructure projects, the Construction Industry Association of the Philippines (CIAP) and the... Read More


Potato Corner opens first store in Taipei

Manila, Sept. 3 -- Potato Corner (PC), a global leader in flavored fries from the Philippines, opened its first store in Taiwan. In a statement on Wednesday, PC, which is part of the Shakey's Pizza A... Read More


DOF to tighten approval process for flood control projects

Manila, Sept. 3 -- The Economy and Development (ED) Council Investment Coordination Committee - Cabinet Committee (ICC-CC), chaired by Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, has approved the adoption of a res... Read More


CDO lawmaker wants P6-B tourism road infra budget restored

Manila, Sept. 2 -- Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District Representative Rufus Rodriguez called for the restoration of the PHP6-billion Tourism Road Infrastructure Project (TRIP), which would also benefit M... Read More


Gov't aid helps Surigao Sur farmers gain income from soybeans

Manila, Sept. 2 -- A group of farmers in Tago, Surigao del Sur has gained income through the direct selling of harvested soybean products after receiving government support. The Meme Agricultural Far... Read More


CDO police recognizes barangays as complementary force vs. crimes

Manila, Sept. 2 -- he Cagayan de Oro City Police Office (COCPO) on Tuesday acknowledged the vital role of barangay local governments as effective partners in crime prevention. During a symposium, Cor... Read More


NegOcc town showcases best products in newly opened OTOP store

Manila, Sept. 2 -- The municipality of Hinigaran in Negros Occidental is showcasing its best homegrown products in the newly opened One Town, One Product (OTOP) store, the first local government unit ... Read More


House committee OKs medical school for Surigao Sur state U

Manila, Sept. 2 -- The Committee on Higher and Technical Education at the House of Representatives on Monday approved in the first reading the proposed establishment of a College of Medicine at the No... Read More