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PAGASA warns of heavy rains in NCR, Central Luzon on Monday afternoon
File photo The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned those in the National Capital Region and nearby areas in Central Luzon to expect heavy rain...
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Deped opens Oplan Balik Eskwela
Education Secretary Leonor Briones The Department of Education (Deped) kicked off its Oplan Balik Eskwela Command Center on Monday (May 27) to respond to queries about the school opening. Deped has...
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PDEA Region XI calls for mandatory drug testing in private schools, Deped...
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Region 11 has called for mandatory drug testing in private schools in the region. According to PDEA Region XI Spokesperson Noli Nephi Dimaandal, this aims...
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Ban on pork, pork-based products from ASF-infected countries still in effect...
Deli meats made with pork at a butcher’s shop in France | (c) 2019 Thomson Reuters MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Agriculture (DA) reiterated that the ban on entry of pork and pork-based...
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Duterte in good shape, ready for Japan’s trip — Malacañang
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte delivers his speech during the commencement exercises of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) ‘Mabalasik’ Class of 2019 at Fort General Gregorio Del Pilar in Baguio City...
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LTFRB taps MMDA, IACT in enforcing UV Express pick-and-drop points
MANILA, Philippines – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) announced on Monday it will work with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Inter-Agency...
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Court approves recount petition of losing Neg. Occ. mayoral bet
The petition of incumbent Isabela mayor, Joselito Malabor, for an election recount was approved by the La Carlota Regional Trial Court. The La Carlota Regional Trial Court already ordered the ballot...
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Two more years for Zamboanga City full recovery from 2013 siege — local...
REUTERS FILE PHOTO: These members of Philippine Army wait for an opportunity to shoot against the MNLF forces on the ongoing siege in Zamboanga City. Local officials in Zamboanga City said it will...
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FDA to release list of ‘fake’ vinegar next week
MANILA, Philippines – The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will release next week the list of “fake” vinegar products with synthetic acetic acid. FDA officer-in-charge Eric Domingo said they are...
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Duterte re-appoints Mon Tulfo as Special Envoy to China
Broadcaster Ramon Tulfo | Photo via Ramon Tulfo Facebook page MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte has re-appointed broadcaster Ramon “Mon” Tulfo Jr., as his special envoy for public...
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Keep protected from ‘WILD’ diseases this rainy season – DOH
FILE PHOTO: Filipinos wade in a flooded street during a downpour in Quezon City, Philippines. (Ritchie Tongo/PVI) MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public to keep...
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P200 million worth of cocaine found floating off Sorsogon waters
P218 million worth of suspected cocaine was found floating off Gubat, Sorsogon waters by fishermen on Monday (May 27). Based on the report Gubat Municipal Police Station, three fishermen netted 12...
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PH marks National Flag days from May 28 to June 12
The Philippines starts to commemorate the National Flag Days every 28th of May each year by virtue of Republic Act No. 8491 or the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines. Under the law, the country...
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Eco-shop sells plant-able pencils
Eco-shop, Eco Hub Cebu, sells pencils you can turn into plants. What!? via GIPHY Yes. According to Eco Hub Cebu, these pencils can become a symbol of sustainability. These pencils will be planted...
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Bicam approves bill granting 100% service charge to workers
Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh from Pexels The bicameral committee has approved the “Service Charge” bill that seeks to give 100% of the service charge to hotel and restaurant employees. At present, only...
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Consul General Prospero passes away in Canada
Consul General to Toronto Rosalita S. Prospero (third from the left foreground ) with Talakayan Radyo Filipino Producer Jess Cabrias and MCBN TV- Pinoy Radio Station Team. | Courtesy: Department of...
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Duterte certifies as urgent the bill seeking higher taxes on tobacco
FILE PHOTO: An illustration picture shows cigarettes in their pack, October 8, 2014. REUTERS/Christian Hartmann/Illustration President Rodrigo Duterte has certified as urgent the bill that seeks to...
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CHR calls for review of labor agreements with Kuwait, Saudi Arabia
Undocumented OFWs who availed the amnesty program of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) |Courtesy: Department of Foreign Affairs The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) stressed the need for a review of...
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MMDA to inspect school perimeters for e-cigarettes, tobacco products
A man uses an E-cigarette, an electronic substitute in the form of a rod, slightly longer than a normal cigarette, in this March 5, 2013 file illustration picture taken in Paris. CREDIT:...
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LIST: School supplies containing lead, cadmium
Courtesy: EcoWaste Coalition EcoWaste Coalition has listed several school supplies containing cadmium and lead which are harmful to students. The environment group alerted consumers against purchasing...
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