Manila: The Philippines has sufficient buffers to cushion the eventual phaseout of concessional Official Development Assistance (ODA) following its upgrade to upper-middle income economy status, a Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPD…
Iloilo: The Iloilo city and provincial governments have expressed support for proposed legislation that would create a smoke-free and vape-free environment nationwide. In a video message, Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Tre±as emphasized the shared responsibi…
Vatican city: New Philippine Ambassador to the Holy See, Raphael Lotilla, presented his credentials to Pope Leo XIV at the start of his diplomatic mission on July 1. The Pope welcomed the 68-year-old new Philippine ambassador to the Vatican.
Accordi…
Iloilo city: Barangays in the city are being urged to establish safe, temporary shelters for stray, abandoned, rescued, and impounded animals to strengthen animal welfare and public health efforts. City Veterinarian Dr. Fernando Abulencia emphasized t…
Quezon city: The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Friday suspended the operation of a traditional jeepney after a passenger was thrown off when the driver swerved.
According to Philippines News Agency, LTFRB Chair Vigo…
