The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is looking to extend the deadline of the registration for the digital verification system in e-commerce from Sept. 30 to the end of the year, as the agency ramps up promotion efforts for the now-mandated requirement for all merchants and platforms. The...
Inspired by ongoing investigations into anomalous flood control projects, the Department of Agriculture (DA) will audit all farm‑to‑market road (FMR) projects since 2021 to ensure that taxpayers’ money is accounted for. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel ordered a comprehensive audit...
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that the Philippines’ carbon credit framework is nearing completion and is set to be finalized by year-end. At the Philippine Net Zero Conference 2025, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that the department is working to finalize the framework, with an...
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon said on Thursday, Sept. 18, that the government may have lost trillions due to anomalous flood control projects. In his interpellation during the Senate Blue Ribbon hearing on the anomalous flood control projects, Senator Francis...
Can you detect where Zaldy Co is right now? This was asked by Senator Rodante Marcoleta to the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), the central government agency responsible for addressing all national issues and activities related to space science, technology, and application during the hearing of...
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured a freeze order for more than 130 bank accounts and insurance policies linked to a corruption scandal involving flood-control projects, officials announced Tuesday, Sept. 16. The Court of Appeals granted the order for 135 bank accounts and 27...
The Department of Finance (DOF) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have signed a data sharing agreement (DSA) on beneficial ownership information in support of the government-led initiative tasked to uphold international standards for the sound management of natural resources. The...
As part of efforts to boost the wind energy sector, the Department of Energy (DOE) is pushing for a “whole-of-region” approach to collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region. At the 2025 Asia-Pacific (APAC) Wind Energy Summit in Australia, Energy Undersecretary Rowena Guevara proposed this...
Robinsons Department Store is letting you discover beauty on your terms at the BeYOUty Fest 2025 from September 1 to 30, 2025. This is the ultimate celebration of self-expression, where you can explore fun ways to let your individuality shine while shopping the best deals on a wide range of beauty...
The Philippines has been placed on a positive watchlist by J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. for potential inclusion in its influential emerging market government bond index, a move that could attract a new wave of foreign investment and lower the nation 's borrowing costs. In a statement on Monday,...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, September 15, announced two remarkable educators as part of the second batch of its DepEd Heroes Program, a recognition initiative that highlights the courage, dedication, and innovative spirit of public school teachers, personnel, and education...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is urging lawmakers to refrain from cutting down its proposed budget of ₱176.7 billion next year and instead approve it in full, citing its significance in protecting the livelihood of farmers and fisherfolk. Speaking during his agency’s budget hearing at the...
