Day: November 4, 2025

Manila: Palace Press Officer Claire Castro expressed gratitude towards Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Representative Leila de Lima for acknowledging her potential to lead the Department of Justice (DOJ), but clarified she has no intention of pursuing the position. According to Philippines News Agency, during a Palace press briefing, Castro was appreciative of de Lima’s ‘kind words,’ which depicted her as ‘one of the best choices’ for the DOJ. Despite the flattering remarks, Castro reiterated that she is not interested in the post. She stated, ‘Maraming salamat sa pagku-konsidera sa akin pero hindi po talaga tayo naga-apply para maging SOJ (Thank you

Manila: Malaca±ang on Tuesday said the government continues to listen to the economic concerns of Filipinos, following a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showing that 50 percent of families still consider themselves poor. Communications Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized that the administration will not ignore public sentiment, even as official data show strong employment and controlled inflation. According to Philippines News Agency, Castro stated that the government will not turn a deaf ear to public concerns, ensuring that feedback from citizens will be taken into account to enhance government services. The September 2025 SWS survey indicated a

Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced the issuance of 16 show-cause orders to retailers selling imported rice at prices exceeding the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP). The MSRP for 5 percent broken imported rice is set at PHP43 per kg. According to Philippines News Agency, DA spokesperson Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa explained in a phone interview that the retailers have been asked to justify the price hikes. The retailers must clarify how much they paid for the rice and why they are charging higher prices, unless they sourced it at a high cost. The DA will also

Manila: The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the release of PHP1.66 billion to support the government’s Rice Seed Program, aimed at boosting rice production and helping Filipino farmers improve their livelihoods. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the fund release fulfills President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to support the agricultural sector and strengthen food security. According to Philippines News Agency, the program, implemented by the Department of Agriculture (DA) through the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), aims to develop, propagate, and distribute high-quality inbred rice seeds and reinforce seed growers’ cooperatives. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman stated

Manila: Eight electric cooperatives in the Visayas experienced a total power outage on Tuesday morning due to Typhoon Tino, also known as Kalmaegi, but the National Electrification Administration (NEA) has ensured that critical institutions like hospitals will receive fuel assistance for their generators. According to Philippines News Agency, the NEA-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (NEA-DRRMD) identified the affected cooperatives as Bantayan Electric Cooperative (BANELCO), Biliran Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BILECO), Cebu II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CEBECO 2), CEBECO 3, Camotes Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CELCO), Eastern Samar Electric Cooperative, Inc. (ESAMELCO), Leyte II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (LEYECO 2), and LEYECO 3.

Quezon city: Ronerick “Jackhammer” Ballesteros is eyeing no less than a world title to bring pride and honor to the country. Ballesteros, 21, won the Philippine Youth lightweight belt during the “Thrilla in Manila 2” at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on Oct. 29. He beat Cebu’s Speedy Boy Acope by technical knockout in the fifth round. He remained unbeaten in seven fights, six of them by knockout. According to Philippines News Agency, Ballesteros, who is coached by his father, expressed his desire to make their town and province known internationally. He began training at 12 and achieved a