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P2 Trillion for Flood Control? Marcos Orders Audit Amid Kickback Allegations
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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has ordered a sweeping audit of the government’s flood control programs amid mounting allegations of large-scale corruption and unfinished or non-existent infrastructure projects. The move comes after former senator Panfilo Lacson revealed that nearly P2 trillion has been allocated to flood control initiatives since 2011,…
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DOTr Pushes to Partially Open Metro Manila Subway by 2028
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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is accelerating construction efforts on the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP), aiming to meet President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s target of partial operation by the end of his term in 2028. Speaking during the Post-State of the Nation Address (SONA) forum held in San Juan…
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Mixed Fuel Price Adjustments Expected Next Week
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METRO MANILA, Philippines — Motorists may see mixed adjustments in fuel prices next week as global oil market developments continue to influence local pump rates, industry sources said Friday. According to initial projections, gasoline prices may decrease by P0.10 to P0.30 per liter, while diesel prices are expected to rise…
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Remulla Draws Flak Over Casual Tone in Class Suspension Posts; Celebrities, Netizens React
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MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla came under fire on Tuesday for using informal and colloquial language in announcing class suspensions via the official social media account of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). The post, written in a humorous tone, included phrases such as “Mga…
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Torre Accepts Baste Duterte’s Fistfight Challenge, Proposes Charity Bout at Araneta
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MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III has accepted Sebastian “Baste” Duterte’s challenge to a fistfight, suggesting that the match be held as a charity boxing event at the Araneta Coliseum this Sunday. “It’s okay with me if he really is serious,” Torre told reporters. “This…
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Fuel Rollback on the Horizon? DOE Hints at Possible Price Relief for Motorists
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After back-to-back fuel price hikes this week, Filipino motorists might soon catch a break at the pump. According to the Department of Energy (DOE), early market indicators suggest that petroleum prices could roll back next week—though officials remain cautious about confirming anything just yet. “For two days, based on MOPS…
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Fresh Missile Exchanges Between Iran and Israel Escalate Conflict; Nuclear Talks Called Off
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TEHRAN — Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated dramatically over the weekend as Iran launched another barrage of missiles at Israeli territory on Saturday, leaving several civilians injured, while Israel responded with renewed airstrikes targeting Tehran. The back-and-forth strikes mark a serious intensification in the conflict, with both sides issuing…
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P5 Billion Annually: More Power fuels Iloilo City’s economic growth – UA&P Study
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Iloilo City has experienced rapid economic growth over the past five years, significantly contributed by the efficient services of More Electric and Power Corporation (More Power), according to a study by the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P). “On average, what is injected into the economy of Iloilo is…
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Escudero: House Must Abide by Senate Impeachment Court’s Orders
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MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Francis Escudero on Thursday stressed the importance of adhering to the authority of the Senate impeachment court, following Speaker Martin Romualdez’s concerns regarding the Senate’s return of the impeachment articles against Vice President Sara Duterte to the House of Representatives. In response to Romualdez’s remarks,…
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House OKs Bill Extending Barangay, SK Terms to Six Years; Polls Moved to 2029
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MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has passed on third and final reading a bill that would extend the terms of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials from three to six years and postpone the December 2025 elections to May 2029. In a session held Monday, 153 lawmakers voted…
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Meralco Announces Lower Electricity Rates for June Despite Slight Rise in Transmission Costs
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Electricity customers of Meralco can look forward to lower bills this June, as the power distributor has announced a fresh ₱0.11 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reduction in household electricity rates. The rate cut—driven primarily by lower generation charges—marks the second straight month of relief for consumers, even though there was a…
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President Marcos Eyes Alternative Power Provider for Siquijor Amid Energy Crisis
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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. expressed openness to the idea of allowing a new electricity provider to operate in Siquijor, as the province continues to experience severe power shortages. In an interview on Wednesday, Marcos responded to questions about whether another provider could take over from the Siquijor Island Power…