Author: Ramon Diaz
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Government Agencies and NGOs Unite for Safe and Transparent Elections in Bicol
In a significant show of unity, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Bicol, alongside various government agencies and non-government organizations, gathered at Camp Simeon Ola in Legazpi City on February 5, 2025, to pledge their commitment to ensuring safe and transparent elections in May. The event, marked by a solidarity pact signing, underscored the collective…
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New Historical Tour Circuit Launched in Ilocos Region to Boost Patriotism and Cultural Awareness
In a significant move to enhance historical awareness and patriotism, the Department of Tourism in the Ilocos Region (DOT-1), together with local government units from Pangasinan, La Union, Ilocos Sur, and Ilocos Norte, has introduced a new historical tour circuit. The initiative, which was unveiled on February 5, 2025, at the Banaan Museum in Lingayen,…
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Supreme Court Clarifies Timelines for VAT Refund Claims
The Supreme Court (SC) has provided clarity on the deadlines for filing value-added tax (VAT) refund claims with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). In a recent ruling, the SC’s Third Division specified that for claims submitted before June 11, 2014, the 120-day period for the BIR to act on a claim starts when the…
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DSWD Urges Public to Report Abuse of PWD Discounts and Fake ID Cards
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has issued a strong call to the public to report any instances of illegal use and sale of counterfeit persons with disabilities (PWD) identification cards. This appeal comes in response to the growing concern over the misuse of these IDs, which negatively impacts honest businesses, particularly in…
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President Marcos Jr. Honors Thai Ambassador for Enhancing Philippines-Thailand Relations
In a heartfelt farewell meeting at Malacañang on February 5, 2025, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his gratitude to the outgoing Thai Ambassador to the Philippines, Tull Traisorat, for his significant contributions to the strengthening of ties between the two nations. Marcos acknowledged the ambassador’s efforts in fostering closer relations, stating, “I’d like to…
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Philippine Market Surges After Trump Delays Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
In Manila, the decision by US President Donald Trump to postpone tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico has been met with enthusiasm by investors, propelling the Philippine stock market to recover and surpass the 6,000 mark. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) saw a significant rise of 3.5 percent, or 206.02 points, reaching 6,089.06…
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President Marcos Appoints Dr. Edwin Mercado as New PhilHealth CEO
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed Dr. Edwin Mercado as the new president and CEO of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). The swearing-in ceremony took place in Malacañang on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Dr. Mercado, an orthopedic surgeon trained in the United States, brings 35 years of hospital management experience to his new…
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CICC and Scam Watch Pilipinas Honored at Global Anti-Scam Awards
MANILA – The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) and Scam Watch Pilipinas have been celebrated as leading forces in the global fight against scams at the 2025 Scam Fighter of the Year Awards, organized by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA). CICC’s Executive Director, Undersecretary Alexander Ramos, secured the runner-up position for Best Scam Fighting…
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Senator Endorses Marcos’ Meeting with Trump to Safeguard Filipino Migrants
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has thrown his weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s upcoming meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting the importance of protecting Filipino immigrants and enhancing ties between the Philippines and the United States. Gatchalian stated that any chance to engage in dialogue that could fortify the relationship between the two…
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Mimaropa Police Seize PHP101.6 Million in Illegal Drugs, Arrest 475 in 2024
In 2024, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 4B in Mimaropa successfully confiscated over 15.39 kg of illegal drugs valued at PHP101.6 million. This significant seizure was the result of 402 operations, leading to the apprehension of 475 suspects, as announced by PRO4B chief Brig. Gen. Roger Quesada on Friday. The previous year, 2023, saw a…
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