Day: August 4, 2025

Manila: The House of Representatives will implement a bold and comprehensive reform agenda aimed at transforming the national budget process into one that is transparent, inclusive, and fully aligned with the principles of democratic accountability. According to Philippines News Agency, in a press conference on Monday, Nueva Ecija 1st District Rep. Mika Suansing, chairperson of the Committee on Appropriations, announced that the chamber is doing away with the long-standing practice of forming a ‘small committee’ to finalize institutional amendments after second reading approval of the General Appropriations Bill (GAB). “This marks a major turning point. The so-called small committee —

Pasay city: The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) recently announced the successful interception of an outbound cargo containing agarwood valued at approximately PHP31.65 million. The operation took place at a warehouse in Pasay City. According to Philippines News Agency, Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno revealed that the shipment was initially declared as “Mahogany wood hand curving design” and “Pack of dried sibukaw woodstick.” However, a thorough physical examination revealed the actual contents to be agarwood, a rare and highly prized wood used in various luxury products, perfumery, and traditional medicine. The attempted exportation of this cargo constitutes a breach of

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced that private contractor companies implicated in anomalous flood control projects will be blacklisted and may face legal charges. In his “BBM Podcast Episode 3: Sa Likod ng SONA” aired on Monday, Marcos emphasized the government’s commitment to holding these companies accountable for substandard work. According to Philippines News Agency, the President has identified certain corporations that have consistently failed to deliver quality work. These companies will be prohibited from securing future government contracts. Marcos stressed the need for these contractors to justify their use of funds; failure to do so will result in

Legazpi city: The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) is reaching out to the public to take part in the upcoming 18th Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) Week activities scheduled from August 13 to 15. The event will be held in Legazpi City and will also be accessible via social media. According to Philippines News Agency, the event is themed ‘One Health for All: Igniting Transdisciplinary Solutions for a Healthier Philippines’ and will feature plenary sessions that emphasize collaborations among PCHRD’s regional, national, and international partners. The Bicol Consortium for Health Research and

Quezon city: With major upgrades and international-standard facilities now in place, the Quezon City government is positioning the renovated Amoranto Sports Complex as a venue not only for grassroots training but also for national and international sports events. According to Philippines News Agency, the complex now features a 50-meter Olympic-sized pool equipped with competition-grade technology, including touchpad sensors and timing monitors. This is complemented by a warm-up pool, locker rooms, and a seating capacity of 300. Additionally, the complex boasts an indoor tennis court, a professional basketball court, and a multipurpose lobby designed for various events. Martin Julian Manese, the