Employment rate in April 2022 at 94.3 percent
Employment rate in the country in April 2022 was estimated at 94.3 percent, translating to about 45.63 million employed Filipinos. This was higher compared to the reported at 91.3 percent …
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Over 100 Chinese vessels return to Julian Felipe Reef – DFA
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) protested again on Thursday over the return of more than 100 Chinese warships to Julian Felipe Reef, a West Philippine Sea location. The vessels …
Marcos Jr. can go to US using diplomatic immunity – US Deputy Secretary
Heads of state, such as President-Elect Bongbong Marcos, can freely enter the United States due to diplomatic immunity, according to Wendy Sherman, US Deputy Secretary of State. “When someone is …
BI warns of trafficking and illegal recruitment scheme for Japan-bound Pinoys
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has ordered its inspectors deployed in the international airports to strict screen Filipinos departing for Japan, as part of ongoing efforts by the agency to …
German national shot dead in Iloilo
A German national died after being shot inside his house in San Enrique town, Iloilo, Wednesday night. The victim was identified as Otto Wolfgang Alexander Knorr, 70, of Barangay Camiri. …
Prospero Pichay guilty of graft over misuse of P780-million LWUA fund
Prospero Pichay, Jr., of Surigao del Sur, was found guilty by the Sandiganbayan of three graft charges in connection with the misuse of P780 million in financing for the Local …
Number of followers, engagements factors in vlogger Malacañang accreditation – Trixie Angeles
The number of followers and engagements in the probable accreditation of vloggers to cover Malacanang is now being considered by the incoming head of the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO), …
Duque will go back to teaching after DOH chief term
Secretary Francisco Duque III plans to return to teaching after his term as head of the Department of Health (DOH). “I’m still going to work but in the private sector,” …
John Riel Casimero wants to face Naoya Inoue who beat Nonito Donaire
John Riel Casimero wants to face Japanese boxing champ Naoya Inoue, who beat his fellow Filipino Nonito Donaire. With Inoue’s win over Donaire on Tuesday, the so-called “The Monster” already …
After 40 years: P75-B coco levy trust fund for coconut farmers to be released
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed an executive order authorizing the coconut industry’s growth plan, paving the way to release a P75-billion Coco Levy Trust fund for coconut farmers from government-held …
Next Security Adviser Clarita Carlos will push for ‘critical engagement’ with China
Clarita Carlos, the new National Security Adviser (NSA), said on Thursday that the Marcos government would pursue a “critical engagement” with China in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) conflict. Carlos …
P1 provisional fare hike for jeepneys in NCR, Regions 3 and 4 approved
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) approved a P1 provisional increase in the minimum rate of public utility jeepneys on Wednesday. The fare increase will apply to jeepneys …
Ai Ai Delas Alas responds to her ‘persona non grata’ status in Quezon City
The camp of Kapuso Comedy Queen Ai Ai Delas Alas has responded regarding her ‘persona non grata status’ in Quezon City, through her lawyer. It may be recalled that outgoing …
Binance eyes partnership with payment providers, local banks in PH
The largest cryptocurrency exchange globally, Binance, intends to invest heavily in local banks and payment service providers to provide more localized services in the Philippines. Changpeng Zhao, founder, and CEO …
Victims of Recto Bank incident in 2019 receive P6M in compensation
According to a Department of Justice official, the owner and fishermen of the F/B Gem-Ver 1 fishing vessel wrecked by a Chinese ship three years ago at Recto Bank have …
LTO gives ‘second chance’ to SUV owner involved in Mandaluyong hit and run
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) gave another chance to the owner of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) that ran over a security guard in Mandaluyong City recently to attend the …
2 Indian nationals rob, shoot fellow Indian in Las Piñas
Two Indian nationals fell in jail after robbing and shooting a fellow Indian national in Las Piñas City. A report by Mai Bermudez in Unang Balita on Wednesday, CCTV of …
Manny Pacquiao spent over P60M personal funds for his campaign
Senator Manny Pacquiao has reported spending more than P119 million on his May 2022 presidential campaign, of which P62 million came from his own pocket. According to his Statement of …
Oil price hikes to continue in coming weeks – DOE
Oil price hikes, which are already a burden for motorists and public utility vehicle (PUV) users, are projected to continue in the coming weeks, according to a DOE official. In …
BI-Interpol system expands to satellite offices nationwide
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has signed an agreement expanding access to International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) systems to its other offices nationwide. Through a memorandum of agreement with the …
‘It’s more fun in the Philippines’ DOT slogan can change – incoming chief
According to incoming Tourism Secretary Cristina Frasco, it is up to President-elect Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to keep or replace the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) slogan “It’s more fun in …
Security guard suspect on Bonna Ambay slay case flees
Security guard Mark Archie Torriefiel, the suspect in the killing of pawnshop manager Bonna Ambay, fled Kalibo, Aklan, on the night of June 05, 2022. Kalibo Municipal Police Station received …
23-year-old pawnshop manager stabbed to death in Kalibo, Aklan
A female pawnshop manager Bonna Ambay was discovered dead with several stab wounds in Kalibo, Aklan, yesterday morning. The only 23-years-old victim was discovered dead at the RD Pawnshop on …
DAR says P20 per kilo of rice possible by early 2023
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has devised a strategy to achieve President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s goal of selling rice to consumers at rates significantly lower than the existing average …
Mandaluyong LGU assures justice for security guard ran over by SUV
The Mandaluyong local government is already in contact with the family of the security guard who was hit and run over by an SUV this Sunday. According to Atty Jerusha …
NAIA to offer ‘Free Ride’ starting June 15
The Department of Transportation has announced the “Free Ride” program where starting June 15, airport shuttle rides will be free for passengers at the arrival areas of Ninoy Aquino International …