Author: Jerald Castaneda
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NFA Rice Stocks Surge by 485% in January, Expected to Rise Further in February
The National Food Authority (NFA) reported a staggering 485.1% increase in its rice inventory for January, reaching 284,810 metric tons compared to just 48,680 metric tons in the same month last year, according to recent data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). NFA Administrator Larry Lacson attributed this significant rise to a new flexible buying…
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Philippine Court of Appeals Reverses Acquittal in 2013 Canada Waste Import Case
The Philippine Court of Appeals has overturned the acquittal of two individuals involved in the illegal importation of toxic waste from Canada in 2013. The decision, made by the Eighth Division of the Court of Appeals on January 31, reinstated criminal charges against Adelfa Eduardo of Chronic Plastics Inc. and customs broker Leonora Flores. The…
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Pangasinan’s Tourism Surges to Pre-Pandemic Heights in 2024
In a remarkable recovery, Pangasinan’s tourism sector has bounced back to its pre-COVID-19 levels in 2024, attracting a total of 8.7 million day visitors and 430,983 overnight guests throughout the year. The province saw its highest influx of tourists during the summer months and December, with the latter month alone drawing in 1.3 million visitors,…
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Clark International Airport Secures Permanent Aerodrome Certification, Bolstering Its Role as a Key Travel Hub
Clark International Airport (CRK) has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Permanent Aerodrome Certificate, solidifying its status as a crucial gateway for both international and domestic flights in the Philippines. The certificate was proudly displayed by key figures including Noel Manankil, CEO and President of Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD), Capt. Manuel Antonio…
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La Carlota City Grants 100 Disaster-Resistant Homes to Families
In a significant move towards enhancing community resilience, La Carlota City in Negros Occidental has successfully distributed 100 disaster-resistant homes to families in need. These homes, constructed using innovative cement bamboo frame technology, are located in the Luis Jalandoni Village, also known as Jacky Ville, in Barangay Ayungon. The initiative, a collaborative effort involving the…
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LTO Launches Probe into Angkas Riders’ Traffic-Blocking Motorcade in Rizal
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has initiated an investigation into a group of Angkas motorcycle taxi riders who were caught on video obstructing traffic at an intersection in Cainta, Rizal. The incident, which occurred on February 2, 2025, involved riders blocking the road to allow their motorcade to pass, ignoring traffic signals and causing significant…
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International Leaders Converge in Manila for Open Government Summit
MANILA – More than 800 delegates, including government officials, civil society leaders, and policymakers from over 40 countries, have assembled in Manila for the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM). The event, hosted at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Taguig City, will span from Wednesday to Friday and focus…
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LTO and Legacy College of Compostela Launch Free Driving Education Program
MANILA – In a move to enhance road safety education, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has teamed up with the Legacy College of Compostela (LCC) in Davao de Oro. This collaboration, part of the SAFE schools initiative, offers free driving lessons and permits to students and faculty members of the college. LTO chief Assistant Secretary…
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