Manila: The government has announced an extension of the current two-month rice import ban for at least an additional 30 days, aiming to alleviate the impact of declining farmgate prices of palay (unhusked rice), as disclosed by the Department of Agri…
Manila: A bigger share of Filipinos surveyed for their insights on the potential of nuclear energy as among the sources of electricity in the country favor its use, the Department of Energy (DOE) said Monday.
According to Philippines News Agency, ci…
Manila: Ayala-led Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) and GCash are set to adopt InstaPay for cash-in transactions beginning October 1. The move is in response to a directive from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas mandating all online banks and e-walle…
Manila: Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Monday welcomed plans to reallocate part of the flood control budget to support Filipino farmers. The Office of the President announced the reallocation of PHP255 billion from the Department of…
Pasay city: Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has assured Filipino seafarers of enhanced protection of their rights and welfare during the opening of a manning exhibition in Pasay City on Monday. In his speech at the Marino World: Manning Expo…
Negros occidental: Sugar mills in Negros Occidental have commenced accepting sugarcane as the crop year 2025-2026 officially kicks off, despite ongoing challenges from the red-striped soft-scale insect (RSSI) infestation affecting plantations in the r…
Manila: The Philippine Embassy in The Hague has officially launched the Philippine electronic visa (e-Visa) system in the Netherlands, enhancing the visa application process for Dutch residents and other eligible individuals planning short-term visits…
Manila: Philippine National Police (PNP) acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. on Monday ordered an intensified monitoring of fraudulent donation drives that have emerged in the aftermath of Severe Tropical Storm Opong. This initiative alig…
Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s recent directive to realign funds originally intended for flood control projects in 2026 will not compromise the country’s overall infrastructure spending, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman said Monday.
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