Man arrested with firearm, drugs | The Freeman
CEBU, Philippines — A 39-year-old resident of Barangay Calamba, Cebu City was arrested Tuesday morning by virtue of a search warrant for violation of illegal possession of firearms.
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Think tank pushes tax break for two-wheeled electric vehicles
A Philippine-based international think tank has called on lawmakers to take immediate steps to make it easier for Filipinos to own electric vehicles (EVs).
Press Release - Poe: Economic Cha-cha may open a can of worms
Sen. Grace Poe said proponents should tread carefully in tinkering with the 1987 Constitution to amend its economic provisions, warning it could instead open a can of worms.
Javier lends hand to new racetrack
MANILA, Philippines — Multi-awarded horseman and incumbent Leyte Vice Gov. Leonardo “Sandy” Javier Jr. has thrown his full support behind the development of a new thoroughbred racetrack in Padre Garcia, Batangas, owned and operated by HAPI Jockey Club Inc. and to be known as the Philippine Jockey Club.
Press Release - Gatchalian seeks inquiry to assess E-GASTPE law's implementation
Senator Win Gatchalian has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry on the implementation of the Expanded Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education Act or the E-GASTPE law (Republic Act No. 8545).
Press Release - PRIB: PNP Organizational Reforms Act hurdles Senate final reading
In a bid to revolutionize the structure and operations of the Philippine National Police (PNP), the Senate on Monday approved on final reading a proposed measure that seeks to introduce organizational reforms in the institution.
Press Release - Committed to promoting senior citizen welfare; Bong Go welcomes implementation of law doubling pensions
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go expressed his commitment to continue supporting the welfare of senior citizens in the country, especially the indigent ones, as he lauded the implementation of Republic Act No. 11916 or the law that doubled the social pension of qualified poor senior citizens.
New rules on Service Charge Law out
(UPDATE) THE Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) has issued the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act (RA) 11360, or the «Service Charge Law,» that provides for the full and equal distribution of service charges among workers of hotels, restaurants and other establishments.