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DBM: Budgeting code overhaul to speed up JICA-funded projects

Manila, March 6 -- The proposed revamp of the Philippine budgeting system is expected to help accelerate the implementation of development projects funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency... Read More


Adiong: Deepfakes, fake news expected as VP impeach hearings begin

Manila, March 6 -- House of Representatives Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms chair, Zia Alonto Adiong of Lanao de Sur, on Friday warned that deepfakes, trolls, and fake news could prolifera... Read More


CA upholds Calinisan appointment as NAPOLCOM commissioner, VCEO

Manila, March 6 -- The Court of Appeals has upheld the leadership of Rafael Vincent Calinisan as commissioner and vice chairperson and executive officer (VCEO) of the National Police Commission (NAPOL... Read More


Gov't eyes stronger programs for women as March celebration begins

Manila, March 6 -- The Philippines' month-long celebration of women every March is aimed at advancing concrete goals on gender equality, leadership, and social protection for Filipino women, the Phili... Read More


NBI subpoenas 18 alleged ex-Marines, 3 others over kickback claims

Manila, March 6 -- The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has issued subpoenas to the 18 alleged former Marines who claimed they delivered bags of cash to current and former government officials. ... Read More


DOTr orders enhanced sanitation, pest control at MRT-3 trains

Manila, March 6 -- The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Friday ordered the maintenance provider of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) to intensify its sanitation and pest control procedures f... Read More


PBBM orders temporary 4-day work week in gov't starting March 9

Manila, March 6 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday ordered the temporary implementation of four-day work week in some government offices under the executive branch beginning March 9. The ... Read More


Marcos wants Biofuels Act amendments to allow cheaper bioethanol use

Manila, March 6 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday said he is closely coordinating with Congress to introduce amendments to the Biofuels Act of 2006 to allow the use of cheaper bioethanol.... Read More


PBBM vows quick cash aid release; warns vs. hoarding, profiteering

Manila, March 6 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday assured the public that the government would facilitate the immediate release of cash assistance to sectors affected by the spike in oil ... Read More


PH maritime authorities strictly enforce 'no docs, no sail' policy

Manila, March 6 -- Several Philippine maritime agencies vowed the strict enforcement of laws, rules and regulations in domestic shipping to ensure that no domestic vessel can sail without the required... Read More