Go pushes modernization of govt ops
SEN. Bong Go highlighted the transformative potential of Senate Bill (SB) 2781, also known as the E-Governance Bill, during his co-sponsorship speech.
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Government urged to control rising fish prices
MANILA, Philippines — A fisherfolk group urged the Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday, September 13, to control the rising retail prices of fish, saying that fish sold in the market are a lot more expensive than the fish bought from fishers themselves.
Marcos’ birthday treat: Free medical services in public hospitals
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday, September 13 said that the Office of the President has allocated P300 million to the Department of Health (DOH) to provide free medical services in public hospitals across the country.
DA turns over P15-M peanut-based project to Pangasinense co-op
The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), formally turned over the P15-million peanut production, consolidation, and marketing project to the Aramal-Tocok Federation of Free Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (FFF MPC), September 12.
Victims of Bataan oil spill receive aid from Marcos
PRESIDENT Marcos Jr. yesterday assured the families affected by the oil spill in Bataan and nearby areas that those responsible would be held accountable.
Graft conviction of ex-Baseco treasurer upheld
THE Sandiganbayan has affirmed the conviction of former Bataan Shipyard and Engineering Corp. Inc. (Baseco) treasurer Agustiniana Avelino on 13 counts of violation of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act (RA 3019) for taking P102.07 million from the agency’s bank account in 2009 and 2010.
Bebinca to intensify into typhoon, enter PAR today
MANILA, Philippines — Severe Tropical Storm Bebinca will intensify into typhoon category as it enters the northeastern boundary of the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) today, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
House panel slashes OVP budget by P1.29 billion
MANILA, Philippines — She said she could function with a “zero budget.”