The Department of Education (DepEd) will not be heading “to the dumpster” following the recovery of PHP65 million from private schools flagged for irregularities in the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS-VP) for school years 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, Malacañang said on Friday. “With this result, we can now say that DepEd will not be put to dumpster. Hindi po mapupunta …
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Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon assured the public on Friday that the recent cases of passengers caught with ammunition at airports were not part of a “tanim bala” or bullet-planting scheme. Dizon referred to three incidents: on March 20 and 24 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), where two passengers were found carrying one and four bullets, respectively, and on March …
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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing a driver of a black Ford Ranger who allegedly fell asleep at the wheel, causing property damage in Metro Manila. LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II said Friday that the incident, which was posted on the Facebook page “Yamato Kenji,” is being examined to determine …
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Key officials from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on Friday underscored the benefits of the ‘Konektadong Pinoy (KP)’ bill, which aims to boost competition and reduce broadband costs by removing barriers for internet service providers (ISPs). During a policy conference on the bill in Quezon City, DICT spokesperson Assistant Secretary Renato Paraiso emphasized its goal to lift …
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The Senate’s inquiry into the abusive debt collection practices of online lending companies is both timely and necessary. With complaints surging against rogue lenders resorting to public shaming, threats, and harassment, urgent action is needed to curb these unethical tactics. Senator Raffy Tulfo’s strong stance against these practices reflects the growing public outcry over violations of borrowers’ rights. While debts …
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Senator Imee Marcos’ pointed question during a Senate hearing—whether authorities possessed a copy of the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant of arrest at the time of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s supposed apprehension—raises crucial legal and procedural concerns. Her inquiry underscores the need for transparency in the country’s stance on the ICC and the rule of law. The ICC’s jurisdiction over …
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By Tracy Cabrera British-Israeli barrister and International Criminal Court (ICC) lawyer Nicholas Kaufman has expressed confidence in the acquittal of former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte in the crimes against humanity complaint filed before the Netherlands-based tribunal. Vice President ‘Inday’ Sara Duterte-Carpio recently announced Kaufman’s appointment as her father’s lead counsel. Kaufman’s legal expertise spans high-profile clients, including celebrities and politicians …
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The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) announced on Friday its plans to collaborate with the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) to expand the distribution of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice across the country. The partnership aims to enhance access to BBM rice in support of the food security and affordability goals of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration. BBM …
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Pope Francis’ pontificate is not over, and his latest decision on what happens between now and 2028 will shape the rest of it, according to Massimo Faggioli, an American academic and professor at Villanova University who has closely followed the papacy for over a decade. Following last October’s inconclusive Vatican summit, which resulted in no concrete action on possible reforms, …
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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) announced on Friday the launch of promotional lower rates for its domestic and international tracked or registered mail services, including its express mail service. This initiative aims to strengthen PHLPost’s market position and make its services more affordable, offering the public better value for their money. PHLPost Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Luis Carlos …
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