Author: Noemi Villanueva
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Philippine National Police to Maintain Operations Amid CPP Anniversary
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has decided against suspending its offensive operations against communist rebels as the 55th anniversary of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) approaches on December 26. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo announced during a press briefing at Camp Crame that the police force will remain vigilant, especially given the…
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Marcos Jr. Promises Detailed Review of 2025 Budget, Defends PhilHealth’s Zero Subsidy
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has committed to a meticulous review of the proposed 2025 national budget, addressing concerns about certain elements, while also defending the decision to allocate zero subsidy to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) for the upcoming year. During a press conference at Malacañang, Marcos emphasized that the Office of the…
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SEC to Launch New Help Desk in Naga City to Enhance Service Accessibility
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to open a new help desk in Naga City next year, in partnership with the Camarines Sur Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (CSCCI). This initiative aims to make SEC services more accessible to clients in Camarines Sur and surrounding regions, eliminating the need for them to…
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Pangasinan Salt Farm Aims for 8,000 Metric Tons by 2025
In a significant move to boost local salt production, the Pangasinan Salt Center in Barangay Zaragoza, Bolinao, is setting its sights on producing 8,000 metric tons of salt by 2025, contingent on favorable weather conditions. Governor Ramon Guico III recently participated in a ceremonial salt harvest at the center, highlighting the province’s commitment to this…
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Alleged Misuse of Confidential Funds by OVP and DepEd Could Lead to Plunder Charges
INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY. The House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability conducted its eighth session on Monday, December 9, 2024, to delve into the alleged mismanagement of PHP612.5 million in confidential funds by the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Department of Education (DepEd) under Vice President Sara Z. Duterte. Lawmakers suggested that…
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DOLE and UP Launch Collaborative Job Placement Office at UP Diliman
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance employment opportunities, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has joined forces with the University of the Philippines (UP) and the UP Alumni Association (UPAA) to establish a localized Public Employment Service Office (PESO) at UP Diliman in Quezon City. The launch of the job placement office,…
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Philippine Congressman Urges Swift Adoption of Nuclear Power to Combat Energy Costs and Climate Change
URGENT CALL FOR NUCLEAR ENERGY. Representative Mark Cojuangco of Pangasinan’s 2nd District emphasized the critical need for nuclear power in the Philippines during a press conference at Lyon Cafe in Mandaluyong City on December 6, 2024. He argued that nuclear energy is essential to reduce energy costs and tackle the environmental challenges posed by fossil…
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Philippines Deports 187 Chinese Nationals Linked to Illegal Gaming Operations
The Philippine government has deported 187 Chinese nationals who were arrested during a crackdown on illegal offshore gaming operations, known as POGOs. The deportation was announced by Undersecretary Gilbert Cruz, the Executive Director of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), who confirmed that the individuals were sent back to Shanghai from the Ninoy Aquino International…
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