Philippine News

Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto filed a resolution seeking legal mechanisms against deep fakes to strengthen the government’s “implementation of cybercrime and data privacy laws, safeguarding the privacy, information and identity of all Filipinos and protecting the integrity of Philippine social, political, economic and financial institutions.” (The STAR / …

At a Glance The Department of Agriculture (DA) said that they will not impose suggested retail prices (SRP) on rice and other farm products. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. clarified that the SRP proposals were just ideas based on possible solutions from the Price Act. The Price Act Law …

At a Glance The House Committee on Transportation intends to approve a resolution asking President Marcos to reconsider the already lapsed deadline for the consolidation of jeepney drivers under the government’s public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program. Antipolo City 2nd district Rep. Romeo Acop chairs the transportation panel. Antipolo City …

A police officer approaches as overseas worker Myren Detari Onato cries while her husband, Jonard Banate, holds her at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 yesterday. (Rudy Santos)  MANILA, Philippines — The husband of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) was arrested for allegedly tearing up her passport and boarding …

In this June 6, 2022 photo, smoke rises from Bulusan volcano (C) as seen from Sorsogon City, Sorsogon province. The volcano in the eastern Philippines spewed a huge, dark cloud on June 5, prompting evacuations from ash-covered towns while authorities warned of possible further eruptions. (AFP / Charism Sayat)  MANILA, …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday welcomed Indonesian President Joko Widodo at Malacañan Palace in Manila where they are expected to hold a bilateral meeting.  Widodo, who is on his second day in the Philippines for a three-day official visit, was accorded arrival honors at the Kalayaan Grounds of Malacañan …

Cites 177 police officers charged with drugs, other violations President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Tuesday that 177 police officers have been charged for abuses committed during anti-drug operations in Metro Manila. In a video message shared on social media, the President acknowledged the challenges faced by officials and emphasized the …

Makati City Mayor Abby Binay said running for mayor of Taguig City remains an “option” in the 2025 local elections but stressed that her priority is ensuring the welfare of EMBO residents whose villages have been placed by the Supreme Court (SC) under Taguig’s jurisdiction. Mayor Abby Binay “Despite the …

Cancer patients in East Avenue Medical Center receive free medical assistance through the Cancer Control Law. (STAR / File)  MANILA, Philippines — The access of indigent patients to medical assistance rests solely on the assessment of social workers, the Department of Health (DOH) clarified Wednesday, after the agency was linked …

The Philippines and Indonesia must remain united in addressing regional issues, President Marcos told his Indonesian counterpart on Wednesday, Jan. 10. President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. and Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Photo courtesy of PPA/KJ Rosales)  During the bilateral meeting of Marcos with Indonesian President Joko Widodo at the Malacañan …