High oil prices seen to persist until end of 2023
MANILA – A Department of Energy (DOE) official on Tuesday said oil price hikes are expected to continue until the end of the year. During the Laging Handa public briefing, Oil…
DSWD, PNVSCA promote volunteerism in social services
MANILA – Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian and Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) Executive Director Donald James Gawe on Tuesday signed a memorandum of…
DFA confirms death of another Filipino in Hawaii wildfire
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Tuesday the death of a Filipino citizen from the deadly wildfires that razed the coastal town of Lahaina in Maui, Hawaii. The…
Bills on local health boards, tree planting program get House nod
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved a bill that will strengthen the local health boards of every province, city, or municipality, by including the duly elected president of…
PBBM hails Toyota’s contribution to PH economic dev’t
STA. ROSA, Laguna – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday received 35 vehicle units donated by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) in a ceremonial turnover at the Toyota Special Economic Zone…
DOH: Proactive health measures curb spread of TB, HIV
MANILA – Tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection could be prevented significantly, if not eradicated, through the implementation and observance of proactive health measures. “In line with one of…
DBM: P17-B allotted for pay hike of gov’t workers in 2024
MANILA – Government workers may enjoy another pay hike in 2024 following the allocation of PHP16.95 billion for the purpose in the proposed 2024 national budget, the Department of Budget and…
Marcos OKs 5-year labor, employment plan to create quality jobs
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved the proposed Labor and Employment Plan (LEP) 2023-2028 aimed at creating more quality jobs for Filipinos. Marcos’ approval was confirmed by Labor…
Marcos directs NFA to prioritize rice production over imports
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has instructed the National Food Authority (NFA) to focus on the local production of rice to augment the country’s supply. Marcos issued the directive…