Author: Arnold Magtanggol
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DOLE Urges Consideration of MSMEs in Proposed P200 Wage Increase
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has emphasized the need to consider the impact on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) before finalizing the proposed P200 daily wage increase. This statement was made by DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma during a news forum in Quezon City. Laguesma highlighted that over 95% of the more than…
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Philippines to Boost ASEAN’s Role in Regional Issues During 2026 Chairmanship
The Philippines is set to enhance the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) influence on regional and global issues when it assumes the ASEAN chairmanship in 2026. Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced this during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, emphasizing the country’s intent to address critical regional challenges such as the Myanmar crisis and…
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Phivolcs to Set Up New Sea Level Monitoring Station in Ternate, Cavite
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) is gearing up to install a new sea level monitoring station (SLMS) in Ternate, Cavite, marking it as the 30th such facility in the Philippines and the first in the area. This initiative is being supported by a private entity, the Caylabne Bay Resort and Marina, which…
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President Marcos Jr. Dismisses Call for Drug Test, Questions Relevance to Public Office
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. firmly rejected a proposal from his former executive secretary, Vic Rodriguez, to take a hair follicle drug test. Speaking to reporters in Pasay City, Marcos questioned the relevance of such a test to his public role, stating, ‘No. Why should I do that? What is he saying about public trust,…
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Malacañang Appreciates High Public Approval of Marcos Jr.’s Governance
MANILA – The Marcos administration has expressed its gratitude for the sustained support from the Filipino populace, as indicated by a recent Social Weather Station (SWS) survey. Conducted between December 12 and 18, 2024, the survey revealed that a significant 59% of adult Filipinos are satisfied with the performance of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s…
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DOLE to Host Massive Job Fair in Baguio City
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is set to organize a significant job fair in Baguio City, offering numerous employment opportunities. Scheduled for January 31, 2025, the event will take place at the SM City Baguio Atrium from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Patrick Rillorta from DOLE’s Cordillera Administrative Region emphasized the importance of…
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Comelec Schedules Informational Forum for 2025 Election Candidates in Negros Oriental
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has planned a crucial informational forum for candidates in the upcoming May 12, 2025 elections in Negros Oriental. The event, set for February 7, aims to educate candidates on campaign regulations and prohibitions, addressing a common lack of familiarity with election laws among political hopefuls. Lionel Marco Castillano, the Executive…
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Congressional Leaders Urge Action on Education Reforms in EDCOM 2’s Year 2 Report
In a significant move to overhaul the Philippine education system, the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) presented its Year 2 report, ‘Fixing the Foundations,’ to Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday. The report, handed over by EDCOM 2 co-chairpersons Baguio Rep. Mark Go and Pasig Rep. Roman Romulo, calls for urgent reforms to address…
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Philippine Navy Ensures Communication Security Preceding US Intel Pact
The Philippine Navy has confirmed that it had already implemented protective measures for its communication systems before entering into the General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) with the United States last November. According to Navy spokesperson Capt. John Percie Alcos, these measures were in place to safeguard communications both on naval vessels and at…
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