Senate panel summons GMA contactors embroiled in sexual harassment case
MANILA, Philippines — The GMA contractors accused of sexual harassment have been subpoenaed by a Senate panel led by actor-turned lawmaker Sen. Robin Padilla on Wednesday.
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Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage measure now up for Marcos' signature
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Tuesday ratified the bicameral report on the proposed Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act, and the measure now only awaits the signature of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Bataan declares 2nd state of calamity due to oil spill
MANILA, Philippines — Bataan has been placed under another state of calamity due to the oil spill caused by the MTRK Terranova and the MTRK Jason Bradley.
Terranova shipping company denies oil smuggling allegations
MANILA, Philippines — MTRK Terranova’s shipping company, Portavaga Ship Management Inc., on Tuesday denied allegations of oil smuggling after the Department of Justice (DOJ) floated speculation of a conspiracy.
Rice inflation at 20% drives rising costs, hitting poor hardest
MANILA, Philippines — Rice inflation has slowed but it remains to be the number one contributor to overall food inflation at 20%, according to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Tuesday.
Inflation surges to 4.4% in July, exceeding government target
MANILA, Philippines (Updated 10:03 a.m.) — Philippine inflation surged to 4.4% in July 2024, accelerating from last month's relatively mild 3.7%, the Philippine Statistics Authority said Tuesday.
'Bagong Pilipinas': Controversial hymn sung at Senate despite exemption
MANILA, Philippines — The controversial "Bagong Pilipinas" hymn was sung on Monday at the Senate of the Philippines, an institution that is exempt from adopting the presidential order.
Senate adds new members to committees
MANILA, Philippines — New members were introduced to various Senate committees on Monday.