MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday announced a half-day work-from-home (WFH) setup for government employees on Wednesday in line with the country’s observation of Holy Week. The Palace issued Memorandum Circular 116, “to allow them to travel to and from the different in the country” for the long break. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reassured the public anew that no one will be left behind as the government addresses the effects of the war in the Middle East. In his vlog released Sunday, Marcos gave updates on the government’s measures to address soaring fuel prices and its effects. “It is clear that … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed government agencies to remain vigilant and proactive in addressing the possible effects of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, warning that complacency could put the country at a disadvantage. “The message of President Marcos Jr. regarding our preparedness is appropriate and timely. The President wants us … Read more
Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian says on June 3, 2025 that the government is integrating the sale of P20 per kilo rice into the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Walang Gutom Program to make it more accessible to ‘food poor’ beneficiaries. At a Palace press briefing, Gatchalian said the Department of Agriculture would … Read more
TRANSPORTATION Secretary Vince Dizon flew to Tacloban on Sunday, taking the helm of the national government’s urgent response to the structural integrity concerns that threaten the iconic San Juanico Bridge, a lifeline linking Leyte and Samar. “This is not just about a bridge — it’s about keeping two provinces, their people, and their economies connected … Read more
(UPDATE) THE government will construct a new and longer bridge to replace the San Juanico Bridge, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced Wednesday, May 21, amid the major rehabilitation of the 52-year-old structure that links the province to Leyte. In a palace press briefing, Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan said the closure … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s most influential business groups warned that the recent surge in violent crimes, including the high-profile kidnapping and murder of a Chinese businessman, posed a severe threat to the Philippine economy that could scare away investors and devastate key industries. In a joint statement issued Thursday night, the Philippine Chamber of … Read more
AGRICULTURE Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. is asking government agencies to help support the abaca industry. “We will request that the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reconsider its decision to remove abaca fiber from Philippine banknotes, given [its] impact on the livelihood of millions… We will also urge the Department of Foreign Affairs to incorporate abaca … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Ronald Dela Rosa urged the Committee on Foreign Relations to subpoena all government officials involved in the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte and require their presence in the next committee hearing. Dela Rosa expressed disappointment at the absence of key resource persons during Thursday’s hearing. Source link
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers on Saturday night announced that the agency, through the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Doha, Qatar, was in touch with local authorities in monitoring the case involving the arrest of 17 Filipinos for staging a rally in support of former president Rodrigo Duterte. The DMW said, in … Read more