Analysts: Marcos should pursue FOI reforms to cement government transparency
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. should enact the long-awaited Freedom of Information (FOI) bill to stay true to his government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, and as he seeks to cement his legacy in the second half of his term, political analysts said at the weekend.
Philippines to continue tariff talks with US online
THE PHILIPPINES will not be sending a delegation to the US but will continue negotiations online to further reduce the 19% tariff imposed on...
Civil society role in budget pushed
CONGRESS should let civil society groups have a greater say in the national budget process, a coalition of non-government organizations said on Monday.
Allowing civil...
Palace names acting Ombudsman
MALACAÑANG on Monday confirmed the appointment of Special Prosecutor Justice Mariflor P. Punzalan-Castillo, as officer-in-charge of the Office of the Ombudsman.
Executive Secretary Lucas P....
PHL tourism up 8% in first half
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Monday said tourism in the Philippines rose by almost 8% in the first half of 2025, compared to...
NHA grants payment moratorium
THE National Housing Authority (NHA) has granted a one-month moratorium on amortization and lease payments, providing relief for housing beneficiaries affected by recent storms...
DBM OKs SUCs’ staffing guide
THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the guidelines and policies for implementing Phase II of the revised staffing standards for state...
New SSS branch opens in Sta. Rosa
THE Social Security System (SSS) has launched a new branch in Sta. Rosa, Laguna to cater to residents of nearby cities Cabuyao, Calamba, Biñan,...
Marcos vows overtime and overload pay for teachers this schoolyear
by Almira Louise S. Martinez, Reporter
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., during his fourth State of the Nation Address, underscored the importance of teachers...
“Mahiya kayo”: Marcos condemns corruption in flood control projects
by Edg Adrian A. Eva, Reporter
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday lambasted the conspirators behind graft-ridden flood control projects, saying they should...
Congress told to focus on food security, job creation and manufacturing revival
ECONOMISTS are calling on Philippine lawmakers to prioritize legislation that will boost food security, revive manufacturing and create better jobs as the 20th Congress opens on July 28.
Farm damage from PHL storms rises to P1.12B
DAMAGE to the country’s agriculture sector from three successive tropical storms and the southwest monsoon has climbed to P1.12 billion, the Department of Agriculture...