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CSC: Agencies may issue ‘flexitime’ rules
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) said government agencies can already issue guidelines on flexible working hours or ‘flexitime’. “The Civil Service Commission (CSC) enjoined agencies to review their...
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Liquid marijuana worth P700k seized from warehouses at NAIA – BOC
MANILA, Philippines – Some 330 cartridges of liquid marijuana were seized from various warehouses at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), the Bureau of Customs (BOC) said. In a statement...
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DPWH: EDSA traffic congestion to be reduced by 20-30% in 2020
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said the traffic congestion on EDSA might be reduced by 20-30% as several infrastructure projects are set to be completed by 2020. The DPWH said that...
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Tanauan villages within 14-km Taal danger zone placed on total lockdown
A cat sits outside a gate in Tanauan, Batangas, Philippines, 17 January 2020. EPA-EFE/MARK R. CRISTINO MANILA, Philippines – The local government of Tanauan City in Batangas has placed under total...
View ArticleDOTr-MRT 3: ‘Suicide bomber’ caught in Taft Avenue part of security test
The Department of Transportation Metro Rail Transit (DOTr-MRT 3) clarified that the reports about a suicide bomber caught in Taft Avenue is only a part of their penetration test. The DOTr-MRT 3...
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Cop linked to 2009 Ampatuan massacre surrenders to CIDG
Police Officer Ysmael Baraquir MANILA, Philippines – A police officer tagged in the 2009 Ampatuan massacre case has surrendered after more than 10 years of hiding, authorities said Wednesday. Police...
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Chinese boy infected with coronavirus now stable, remain in isolation – DOH
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) is currently observing the condition of a Chinese boy in Cebu City after showing symptoms of coronavirus. The...
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Tagaytay LGU implements mandatory evacuation in 8 barangays under 14-KM...
Roofs in a lakeside community remain covered in ash from Taal Volcano, in Tagaytay, Philippines, 14 January 2020. EPA-EFE/ROLEX DELA PENA The local government of Tagaytay City has implemented a...
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Bato confirms his US visa has been canceled
Senator Ronald ‘Bato’ Dela Rosa Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa confirmed on Wednesday (January 22) that the United States (US) has cancelled his visa. Dela Rosa said he was informed about the...
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Lawmaker: International flight passengers must complete health declaration...
Passengers wearing face masks who arrived from Guangzhou, China lineup for immigration at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, Philippines, 22 January 2020. EPA-EFE/MARK R. CRISTINO...
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DOTr-TWG: Pilot test run of motorcycle taxis to continue
Members of the Riders of the Philippines (ROTP) advocacy group stage a protest motorcade to demonstrate against a ban on using motorbikes in ride-sharing platforms in Quezon City (Metro Manila), the...
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Price freeze on basic commodities declared in Batangas
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has issued a price freeze on basic commodities in the province of Batangas while the province is dealing with the effects of the Taal...
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DPWH: 2 road sections in Batangas still on lockdown
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said there are two road sections in Batangas that are still on lockdown following the advice of local government units (LGUs). As of January 22 at...
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Biazon seeks suspension of flights from Wuhan to PH over coronavirus risk
Passengers wear masks at Guangzhou airport in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, 23 January 2020. The outbreak of coronavirus has so far claimed 17 lives and infected more than 550 others,...
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Duterte signs into law higher taxes on alcohol, e-cigarette
President Rodrigo Duterte President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a law imposing higher taxes on alcohol, e-cigarettes, and other vapor products. The Republic Act no. 11467 was signed to raise additional...
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DOH closely monitors passengers from China
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) is now closely monitoring incoming international flight passengers, particularly those coming from China amid the scare of a new coronavirus strain...
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2 Bilibid convicts behind grisly killing of ex-Batangas solon – PNP
MANILA, Philippines – Two convicts detained at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) allegedly orchestrated the grisly killing of former Batangas Representative Edgar Mendoza and his two aides, the Philippine...
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Still no confirmed case of novel coronavirus yet in PH – DOH
Passengers wearing face masks who arrived from Guangzhou, China prepare to exit the airport at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, Philippines, 22 January 2020. According to media...
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Portion of Aurora Blvd in Cubao to close for 7 nights – MMDA
MANILA, Philippines – The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced on Thursday (January 23) that a section of Aurora Boulevard in Cubao, Quezon City will be closed for seven nights...
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Lunar New Year event in Binondo to push amid novel coronavirus risk
Filipino-Chinese revelers scramble to get candies in celebration of the Chinese New Year at Manila’s Chinatown, Philippines, 08 February 2016. Filipino-Chinese communities welcome the Year of the...
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