Starting May 11, the monthly wage rate of household workers in Region VII will increase following the approval of the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Boards (RTWPB), the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said. The increase was based on the Wage Order No. ROVII-DW-04 of the...
It may be a bitter pill to swallow, but the power supply turmoil in the country could ignite resurgence of coal-fired power generation, according to one of the country’s top energy players. And while the allure of green technologies would be highly irresistible, the fragility of the country’s...
Overcoming budgetary constraints and addressing vaccine hesitancy are among the key challenges in hepatitis control in the Philippines, according to the Department of Health (DOH). The Department of Health (DOH) has identified vaccine hesitancy as one of the 'bottlenecks' in...
To improve healthcare accessibility for both domestic and international tourists, the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Tourism (DOT) have agreed to establish "first aid facilities" in key tourist areas across the Philippines. DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa and DOT Secretary...
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has expressed concern and alarm over the significant impact of dangerous heat indexes recorded around the country on workers. In a statement, Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma said they are worried regarding the possible health risks that could arise...
Even Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri was not spared from some of the troubles being experienced at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). A photo of the busted escalator at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 taken by Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz"...
Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri urged the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to return to the pre-pandemic calendar this coming school year (SY). (MB file photo/Noel Pabalate) This is instead of a gradual return in SY 2025-2026 that will further...
Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros on Monday, April 29 urged the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to cancel religious leader Apollo Quiboloy’s passport. Hontiveros, who is leading the investigation into Quiboloy’s alleged abuses, made the call after the Kingdom of...
The Marcos administration plans to borrow more funds this year than initially planned, the Department of Finance (DOF) announced. In a statement, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said on Monday, April 29, that the national government plans to borrow P2.57 trillion in 2024. The funds will be...
Consumers’ pockets will experience slight reprieve this week, as oil prices will be on moderate rollback, according to the pricing advisories of the oil companies. The price of diesel products will be trimmed by P0.45 per liter; while gasoline prices will have marginal reduction of P0.25 per...
The Department of Finance (DOF) assured that the country’s economic fundamentals are robust enough to weather any unforeseen developments in the United States. With a strong foundation in place, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said the Philippines is well-equipped to navigate any potential...
Senator Christopher "Bong Go" is looking forward to the full and faithful implementation of the policy on graphic health warnings (GHWs) on vape products or vapes. The agency has already urged manufacturers, importers, distributors, and sellers to comply with the upcoming enforcement of GHWs on...
