Manila – In a significant move to bolster women’s rights, the Supreme Court (SC) of the Philippines has reiterated its commitment to combating violence against women. This initiative was highlighted during the ’18-day Campaign to EndVAW’ (End Violence…
Iloilo City – In a bid to add value to the crafts of artisans from Iloilo and Guimaras, the Himbon Contemporary Artists Group of Iloilo City is utilizing a grant from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). The initiative aims to inno…
Manila – The Climate Investment Forum (CIF) 2023, held at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria on Nov. 20, brought together key stakeholders from the public and private sectors to discuss strategies for fostering climate-related investments in line with natio…
Manila – The Philippines has exceeded its target for foreign visitor arrivals in 2022, recording over 4.82 million visitors, including overseas Filipinos.
According to Philippines News Agency, As of November 28, DOT data indicates that the majority …
Manila – The Philippine Senate, on Tuesday, approved the 2024 General Appropriations Act (GAA), House of Representatives Bill 8980, amounting to PHP5.768 trillion. The bill received 21 affirmative votes, no negative votes, and one abstention.
Accord…
Manila – The chairperson of the House Ways and Means Committee, Albay Rep. Joey Salceda, has called on the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to investigate an e-cigarette maker, suspected of tax evasion and tax fraud, in connection with its product, FL…
Manila – The Philippine government remains steadfast in its position of non-cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC) despite calls from some lawmakers for engagement.
According to Philippines News Agency, Solicitor General Menardo Gue…
Manila – Philippine senators have reiterated President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s decision not to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in its investigation of former President Rodrigo R. Duterte’s war on drugs. This affirmation comes a…
Tabuk City, Kalinga – The Barangay Bagumbayan in Tabuk City, Kalinga, has successfully transitioned from traditional agriculture to agri-tourism, reaping both economic and social benefits through its Bagumbayan Coffee Village project.
The community’…
Batangas – A lucky bettor from Batangas City has won the PHP42-million jackpot of the Mega Lotto 6/45 draw on Monday night, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).
According to Philippines News Agency, The PCSO, in its advisor…