Rep. Zaldy Co (Ako Bicol party-list) as seen in an undated photo. (PIA) MANILA, Philippines — Newly elected House Speaker Bojie Dy has revoked Rep. Elizaldy Co’s (Ako Bicol Party-list) travel clearance, ordering him to return to the Philippines within 10 days. Failure to do so may result in Co …
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Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon said on Friday, Sept. 19, that only P223 billion, or 22 percent, of the agency’s 2025 budget has been disbursed, which led to the enforcement of stricter reforms and tighter oversight of infrastructure projects. Speaking before the House Committee on …
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Dr Lionel Dabbadie (Photo Credit: FAO) A representative from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has called on Philippine policymakers to promote more diversified and healthier food systems, warning the country’s dependence on rice has overshadowed the nutritional and economic potential of other local crops. Lionel Dabbadie, the FAO’s representative …
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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. inspects a P55.7-million ghost river wall project in Bulacan on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025. (Presidential Communications Office / Release) MANILA, Philippines — Over 16,000 complaints received through the Sumbong sa Pangulo website would be forwarded to the newly created Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), which …
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HOPEFUL. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman speaks to reporters on the sidelines of the UAE Government Experience Exchange Program at the Ayala Museum in Makati City on Wednesday (Sept. 17, 2025). Pangandaman was optimistic that the deliberation on the 2026 national budget would remain on track amid leadership change at the House …
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BRIGHT SPOT. Joan Yao, Kickstart Ventures General Partner, announces in a briefing on Wednesday (Sept. 17, 2025) that Philippine startups continue to attract investors given their proven performance, better governance, and concrete results. As of the end of June this year, local startups received USD86.4 million worth of funding, surpassing those …
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House Speaker Faustino ‘Bojie’ Dy III Malacañang on Wednesday expressed support for newly installed House Speaker Faustino ‘Bojie’ Dy III, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to work closely with lawmakers on measures that strengthen the economy and address public concerns. “The President recognizes the vital role of the House of Representatives, …
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Courtesy: Criminal Investigation and Detection Group / Facebook The Philippine National Police (PNP) arrested two people for alleged bribery in exchange for the withdrawal of their testimonies in connection with the “missing sabungeros” case. According to PNP Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Director Major Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II, …
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Sarah and Curlee Discaya name several lawmakers, staff, and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials allegedly linked to corruption in the country’s flood control projects during a Senate hearing in Pasay City on September 8, 2025. (STAR / Jesse Bustos) MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation …
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anibela kicked off yesterday its three-day transport strike to denounce corrupt government officials and misuse of public funds. (MIGUEL DE GUZMAN) MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has expressed support for the planned anti-corruption protests to be launched by civil society groups, students and other organizations on Sept. …
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