Category: General

P30-B upfront payment on NAIA deal bolsters gov’t revenues

Manila: The PHP30-billion upfront payment from San Miguel Corporation-led New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) public-private partnership (PPP) project will boost the government’s non-tax revenue stream, Financ…

Strong Winds hit the Country

Brunei Darussalam, 17th September 2024, experienced heavy rain accompanied by very strong gusts, causing fallen trees and flying roof incidents. Brunei Darussalam Meteorological Department said occasional showers or thundershowers accompanied with gu…

PRO-11 eyes sedition raps vs. KOJC members over rowdy rally

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) is fine-tuning the charges for inciting to sedition against supporters of jailed Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy.

In a radio interview Tuesday, Police Regional Office-Davao Region (PR…

Brunei Young Leaders Convention

The 5th Brunei Young Leaders Convention, BYLC gathered more than a hundred youth leaders and professionals to explore innovative ways to contribute to Wawasan Brunei 2035. The opening ceremony was held on 17th September morning, at Sultan Sharif Ali …

DOLE-W. Visayas programs provide P2.76-B aid under PBBM

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has so far released over PHP2.76 billion for the implementation of emergency employment and integrated livelihood program in Western Visayas under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

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DAR: P10-B available for ARBs under LandBank’s new lending program

Manila: The Land Bank of the Philippines’ (LandBank) new lending program “AgriSenso” is expected to benefit hundreds of agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs), including the whole agriculture value chain in the country, the Department of Agrarian Reform…