Detained Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy has been granted a medical furlough by the Pasig Regional Trial Court (RTC) after complaining of chest discomfort last week, the Philippine National Police (PNP) disclosed on Monday, Nov. 11. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo...
Former president Rodrigo Duterte (Malacañang photo) Former president Rodrigo Duterte failed to "walk the talk" when it comes to his oft-repeated promise to protect and assist policemen who get in trouble for their hand in his administration’s...
The Innovative Startup Act (ISA) Steering Committee led by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) are teaming up to showcase Filipino innovation and entrepreneurial...
Forecast track and intensity of the tropical depression outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) as of 5 a.m., Nov. 11, 2024 (Courtesy of PAGASA) The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the low-pressure area (LPA) monitored near the...
With economic growth slowing to its lowest pace since the second quarter of 2023, economists pointed to lower inflation and eased monetary policy as potential catalysts for boosting consumption, although trade barriers and peso volatility could hinder this progress. "Admittedly, a continued boost...
The local stock market continues its bearish trend, breaking below the 7,000 support line, but, cheaper prices and the prospect of a rate cut may encourage buying activity while investors await foreign direct investment and remittance data. "Foreign funds have been exiting the market, and technical...
The stage is set for a new round of debates and negotiations on tackling the climate crisis – and the promise of host country Azerbaijan is for the process not succumbing to a fault-finding frenzy. While Azerbaijan’s hosting of the COP29 climate diplomacy summit came as a last-minute decision...
Over 1.1 million kilograms of ocean waste were collected since the aggressive coastal clean-up drive across the country started in 2016, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said. PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago said the aggressive port and coastal clean-up activities were reinforced by...
The commitment made by the past administration to take care of policemen who were charged in relation to the drug war did not materialize as hundreds of policemen were left on their own in facing legal battles, the Philippine National Police (PNP) disclosed on Sunday, Nov. 10. Citing their data,...
ILOILO CITY – The inflation rate in Western Visayas region for October went up by 0.5 percent to 3.9 percent from 3.4 percent in September. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)-6 attributed this to higher prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages. A vegetable vendor in Iloilo City. (Tara...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said the planned acquisition of 40 units of 35-meter fast patrol craft (FPC) will enhance the agency’s capability to protect the country’s maritime border, respond to calamity or any maritime emergency, and implement maritime laws. PCG Commandant. Admiral Ronnie...
BRP Davao del Sur (File photo courtesy of Office of Civil Defense) Philippine Navy landing dock BRP Davao del Sur (LD 602) will sail to Batanes to deliver relief supplies for victims of recent calamities, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) announced Sunday, Nov. 10. “The naval vessel is currently...
