Day: June 25, 2025

Manila: At least seven taxi drivers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) were apprehended for various offenses, as announced by Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) General Manager Eric Ines. This development is part of an intensified effort to address issues with erring taxi drivers at the airport. According to Philippines News Agency, a composite team was formed on Sunday to tackle the problem and has been operational 24/7. The team comprises the MIAA, its Airport Police Department (APD), the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), and the Philippine National Police (PNP) Aviation Security

Manila: Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the significant impact of the Philippine Studies Program in enhancing international relations and amplifying the country’s presence on the global platform. According to Philippines News Agency, Legarda spoke at the launch of a book dedicated to the Philippine Studies Program, highlighting how diplomacy extends beyond traditional venues like embassies and into educational and cultural settings. She stressed that libraries, classrooms, and acts of curiosity are pivotal in diplomatic efforts. Legarda expressed that these educational interactions allow for mutual shaping of narratives and foster deeper communication. Legarda, an advocate for cultural and educational initiatives, highlighted her

Muntinlupa City: More opportunities will open up for children under the care of the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) centers and residential care facilities (CRCFs) as the agency sealed a breakthrough partnership with IBM Philippines. According to Philippines News Agency, the memorandum of agreement was signed by DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian and IBM PH President and Country General Manager Aileen Judan-Jiao at the Marillac Hills – National Training School for Girls (NTSG) in Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Under the Skills Build System, IBM will provide digital technology-based training to selected children from DSWD-managed CRCFs, starting with the NTSG, which

Manila: The House of Representatives on Wednesday issued a warning against making premature conclusions about potential alliances within the Senate’s impeachment court, amidst rising speculation that some senators might be leaning towards favoring Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense. According to Philippines News Agency, House spokesperson, lawyer Princess Abante, emphasized during a press briefing that it would be inappropriate to speculate on the motivations or leanings of the senators who are serving as judges in Duterte’s impeachment trial. “I wouldn’t want to make any speculations. We expect and assume that the senator-judges, in all of their actions in these proceedings, are

Manila: The government’s green energy auction (GEA) program is driving investments in the Philippines’ renewable energy (RE) sector, boosting the bid to increase the share of national sources in the country’s energy mix. According to Philippines News Agency, DOE data show that as of 2024, the total installed RE capacity in the country is around 8,000 megawatts (MW). Last year alone, installed RE capacity posted a record 794.34 MW. In a briefing on Wednesday, Department of Energy (DOE) Undersecretary Dr. Rowena Cristina Guevara stated that the government is set to auction 19,000 megawatts of RE capacity this year. Dr. Guevara