Newly appointed Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon revealed on Monday, Sept. 1, that he would issue a memorandum that will seek the submission of courtesy resignation of all ranking officials of the department amid allegations of anomalies in flood control...
The Commission on Audit (COA) has ordered all its field auditors to prioritize the audit of all flood control projects in the country under its Flood Risk Management and Resiliency Program (FRMRP). Chairperson Gamaliel A. Cordoba sent a letter to Director Michael L. Racelis of the Performance Audit...
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) are set to arrive on a blueprint that transforms the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center in Quezon City into a vibrant and multi-purpose space for recreation and physical fitness. During a...
The National Police Commission (Napolcom) confirmed on Monday, Sept. 1, the designation of senior officials in key posts in the Philippine National Police (PNP) through a resolution that earlier triggered a change of leadership in the organization. Except for a few modifications from what was...
The Embassy of India in Manila commemorated the 79th Independence Day of India with a vibrant celebration held on August 15, at India House. The event began with a solemn flag-hoisting ceremony led by Ambassador Shri Harsh Kumar Jain attended by members of the Indian diaspora, dignitaries, and...
ILOILO CITY – After complaints were filed against a South Korean bank and contractor of the mega dam project in Iloilo province, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) denied allegations of human rights and environmental violations. “We were above board in terms of environmental and...
House of Representatives members recognized on Monday, Sept. 1, the difficult but important task confronting Vince Dizon as the newly-installed Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary. Bacolod City lone district Rep. Albee Benitez and Minority Leader 4Ps Party-list Rep. Marcelino...
President Marcos has ordered government agencies to ensure that the Turismo Asenso Loan Program is accessible to in need small tourism businesses around the country. In his speech during the awarding ceremony of tourism loan in Pasay City, Marcos directed the Department of Tourism (DOT),...
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) spearheaded the ringing of the Peace Bell in Quezon City on Monday, Sept. 1, to signal the start of the 21st National Peace Consciousness Month, even as tensions in the peace process with the Moro Islamic Liberation...
Newly appointed Department of Public Works and Highways (DWPH) Secretary Vince Dizon took his oath of office before President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in Malacañang on Monday, Sept. 1. Malacañang confirmed that Dizon replaced Manuel Bonoan, who resigned on Aug. 31 and expressed...
President Marcos said Malacañang is finalizing an executive order to create an independent commission tasked with investigating anomalies at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), stressing that irregularities continue to be uncovered even in the proposed 2026 budget. In an interview...
President Marcos said he accepted the resignation of former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan after the latter took “command responsibility” for alleged irregularities in flood control projects that happened during his tenure. Speaking to reporters in Pasay City on Monday,...
