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PH Expected to Stay Storm-Free Until End of 2024 — Pagasa

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines may not experience any more storms for the rest of 2024, according to the country’s weather agency, Pagasa. Nathaniel Servando, the administrator of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), shared this update in an interview on Saturday. He explained that there are no signs of any new […]
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Comelec Warns: Vote-Buying Spreading Fast in 2025 Elections

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has raised serious concerns about rampant vote-buying in the upcoming Eleksyon 2025. Comelec Chairman George Garcia emphasized that this illegal practice is expected to become even more widespread and sophisticated, posing a significant threat to the integrity of the elections. In a report by Maki Pulido on “24 Oras,” Garcia […]
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Marcos Approves Up to P7,000 Extra Pay for Some Gov’t Workers

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has approved a new one-time bonus for government workers on job contracts (JO) or contracts of service (COS). This bonus, called “gratuity pay,” has been increased from P5,000 to P7,000 for qualified workers. The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced the change on Friday. The gratuity pay is meant […]
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PNP guarantees ‘3 to 5 minute response” to 911 calls

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has announced a significant upgrade in emergency response services, promising to reach emergency scenes within three to five minutes after receiving a 911 call. This assurance comes as the PNP rolls out an enhanced 911 Call Handling System powered by advanced technology used in the United States and Europe. Faster […]
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PDP Laban Opposes QuadComm’s Recommendation Against Duterte

The political party PDP Laban, led by former President Rodrigo Duterte, has strongly criticized the recommendation made by the House Quad Committee (QuadComm) to file charges against Duterte and other officials over the controversial “war on drugs” during his presidency. The party called the recommendation politically motivated, claiming there was no solid legal proof or […]
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Marcos Shows First Polymer Banknotes in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines – A Historic Unveiling On Thursday, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made history by revealing the Philippines’ first-ever polymer banknote series. This significant milestone marks a leap forward in the nation’s currency, promising enhanced security, durability, and environmental sustainability. These polymer banknotes will begin circulating in the first quarter of 2025. During a special […]
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House Committee Calls for Charges Against Duterte, Bato, Go

On Wednesday, the House Quad Committee (QuadComm) recommended filing charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte, Senators Bato dela Rosa and Bong Go, along with several others, for their involvement in deaths linked to Duterte’s war on drugs. The committee’s investigation revealed serious concerns about the actions of these officials during the drug war, and their […]
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DOH Rejects ₱37.5M Plan for PhilHealth 30th Anniversary Ads

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has decided to reject a proposed budget of ₱37.5 million meant for promotional materials and other items to celebrate its 30th anniversary next year. This decision, confirmed by the Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday, was aimed at conserving government funds and ensuring they are used to benefit PhilHealth […]
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Marcos May Ask Bicam to Fix 2025 Budget, Says Lacson

MANILA, Philippines — Former senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said on Tuesday that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. could ask Congress to reconvene the bicameral conference committee to correct the 2025 national budget and fix issues about education funding. Why Is There a Problem? The 2025 General Appropriations Bill (GAB), amounting to ₱6.352 trillion, was recently […]
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