Day: September 17, 2025

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has recognized the Pag-IBIG Fund for its outstanding service to Filipinos during the Government-Owned or Controlled Corporation (GOCC) Day. According to Philippines News Agency, the agency noted in a Facebook post on Wednesday that its Chief Executive Officer Marilene Acosta received the Certificate of Recognition from Marcos. This honor highlights the agency’s active participation in the GOCC Service Caravan last July, aimed at bringing government services closer to the public. “This recognition affirms Pag-IBIG Fund’s commitment to nation-building. We are proud to support the Department of Finance’s Service Caravan as we bring Pag-IBIG Fund

Manila: Justice Secretary Jesus Remulla has announced that the government may seek a new contractor for the PHP2.4-billion National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) headquarters project. This decision follows the revelation that the current firms involved, belonging to the Discaya family, had their licenses revoked. Remulla emphasized that the government has no alternative but to find a different builder, as the existing contractor cannot continue without a valid license. The project, located on Taft Avenue in Manila, has seen only its foundation completed since construction commenced in 2022. According to Philippines News Agency, NBI Director Jaime Santiago has initiated an investigation

Manila: The Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) has unveiled a comprehensive list of areas designated as ‘no parking’ and ‘absolute no parking’ zones within the city. This initiative aims to alleviate the persistent traffic congestion that plagues the city streets. According to Philippines News Agency, the Manila Public Information Office (MPIO) announced through a social media post that a total of 64 areas are now classified as no-parking zones. This decision aligns with a broader agreement among Metro Manila mayors to implement a uniform street parking ban on major roads, a measure expected to significantly ease traffic flow. The

Manila: The Department of Justice (DOJ) has ordered the filing of criminal charges against the founder of Gawad Kalinga, an internationally acclaimed humanitarian organization. According to Philippines News Agency, a 16-page resolution from the National Prosecution Service dated September 10 approved the filing of two counts of trafficking in persons against Antonio Meloto. The resolution stated that after a thorough examination of the evidence, there is prima facie evidence to charge Meloto for violating RA 9208, the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act. The resolution further emphasized the systemic and repeated nature of the alleged sexual abuse committed by Meloto, affecting victims

Manila: The Philippines has temporarily suspended the importation of birds and poultry products from Argentina to prevent the possible spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) or bird flu, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Wednesday. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. signed Memorandum Order No. 48, prohibiting the entry of such products following the declaration of an H5N1 bird flu outbreak in the South American nation. According to Philippines News Agency, Tiu Laurel stated that the strain poses a ‘serious risk’ not only to the Philippines’ poultry industry but also to public health. ‘As directed by President Ferdinand