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…
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LTO Summons Motorcycle Owner After Viral Video Shows Child Without Helmet
Manila: The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Monday summoned the owner of a motorcycle that was seen in a viral social media post with two passengers, including a minor without a helmet. LTO chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II stated that th…
Tiu Laurel Welcomes Budget Realignment to Support Filipino Farmers
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…
DHSUD Allocates PHP17 Million for Shelter Aid to Masbate Families Affected by Storm Opong
Masbate: The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development in Bicol (DHSUD-5) has announced plans to distribute more than PHP17 million in shelter assistance to families affected by Severe Tropical Storm Opong, known internationally as Bualoi,…
18 Ilocos Region Universities Achieve Global Recognition in World University Rankings
Lingayen: Eighteen higher education institutions (HEIs) in the Ilocos Region have been recognized in the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovations (WURI), marking a significant increase from six institutions in the previous years from 2022 to 202…
PNP Intensifies Efforts Against Fraudulent Donation Drives Post-Storm Opong
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…