Category: National
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Philippines and Boeing Collaborate on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Initiatives
MANILA – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines is exploring a collaboration with Boeing to advance the production and utilization of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This initiative was highlighted during the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Forum held at the Westin Manila in Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. The DOTr emphasized that the Philippines has ample…
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Government Buying Half of Farmers’ Rice Could Lower Prices to PHP20 per kg, Says Sotto
MANILA – Senatorial hopeful Vicente Sotto III from Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas remains optimistic about reducing rice prices to PHP20 per kilogram. Speaking at a media event in Hotel Savano, San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan, Sotto emphasized that this goal is within reach if the government commits to purchasing 50 percent of the…
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Bureau of Corrections Frees 793 Inmates in February
In a significant move towards rehabilitation and justice, the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) announced the release of 793 inmates, known as persons deprived of liberty (PDLs), between January 31 and February 28. This action brings the total number of PDLs released during the Marcos administration to 19,740. The release ceremony, which took place at the…
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Tragic Diving Incident Claims Lives of Two Russian Nationals in Batangas
Tragic Loss. In a somber effort, the Philippine Coast Guard and local residents collaborated to retrieve the body of a Russian diver who perished in a diving mishap near Isla Verde, Batangas City, on February 27, 2025. The incident claimed the lives of two Russian nationals who were overwhelmed by powerful underwater currents. (Photo courtesy…
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Philippine and Thai Defense Leaders Strengthen Ties on Disaster Management and Security
DEEPENING PARTNERSHIP. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and Thai Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai convened to discuss disaster risk reduction and management, as well as to explore new areas of cooperation during the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Retreat in Penang, Malaysia on February 26, 2025. The leaders pledged to bolster their nations’ relationship to enhance…
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DOLE Announces Over 10,000 Job Openings in Customer Service and Call Centers
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has announced that there are currently over 10,000 job vacancies available, primarily in the customer service and call center sectors. This surge in job opportunities was highlighted in a recent report released on Friday. According to the data collected by the Bureau of Local Employment (BLE) from February…
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Manila Mayor Expresses Gratitude to President Marcos and First Lady for Pasig River Revival Efforts
PASIG RIVER REVIVAL. At the launch of the third phase of the Pasig River rehabilitation project, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna expressed her gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos for their dedication to restoring the river’s former glory. The event, named ‘Pasig Bigyang Buhay Muli,’ took place on February 27,…
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TESDA and DOLE Ink Implementing Rules for EBET Framework Act
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine workforce, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) have formalized the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for Republic Act 12063, known as the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act. The signing took place at TESDA’s…
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Agrarian Reform Secretary Fires Employee for Attempting to Evade Traffic Violation
MANILA – The Secretary of Agrarian Reform, Conrado Estrella III, has terminated the employment of a contract worker who tried to escape from traffic officers after committing a traffic offense in Quezon City. The worker, Russel Smith, who held the position of Administrative Staff IV, was caught illegally parking on Timog Avenue. In an attempt…
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NBI Arrests 20 Foreigners in Parañaque POGO Scam Operation
MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) disclosed the apprehension of 20 foreign individuals involved in an illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) scam center located in Parañaque City. The arrests were made on February 25 at Aseana 3, West Tower, 8912 Avenue, following a report from the spouse of a Chinese employee at…
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