Category: General

Manila: The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) on Tuesday introduced a new version of the postal ID which doubles as a functional card, alongside enhancements to its express mail service (EMS). PHLPost Postmaster General and CEO Luis Carlos emphasized that the new ID facilitates address verification for customers during a media conference held at the Manila Central Post Office in Manila City. According to Philippines News Agency, Carlos highlighted the unique aspect of the new postal ID, stating, “If you notice, a lot of IDs do not confirm the address of a person. That’s the first function of this ID, the

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his gratitude to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for Malaysia’s assistance to the Philippines following Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, internationally known as Trami. Marcos conveyed his appreciation during a phone call with Prime Minister Anwar on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos highlighted the crucial role of Malaysian military aircraft in the relief operations. The air support provided by Malaysia enabled the delivery of essential supplies to regions severely affected by flooding, areas that were otherwise inaccessible. This assistance was vital in bringing relief to families impacted by the storm. Marcos underscored

MANILA: Dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo on Tuesday asked prosecutors to dismiss the perjury and falsification charges filed against her in connection with a notarized document she supposedly signed while she was already out of the country. Guo was transferred in an ambulance from the Pasig City Jail to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for a hearing before a panel of government prosecutors. According to Philippines News Agency, defense counsel Stephen David argued that Guo should not be charged with perjury or falsification because she had indeed signed the counter-affidavit that was filed in a separate charge for qualified

Iloilo: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced the completion of a significant flood control structure valued at PHP96.4 million in Alimodian town, Iloilo. This development is anticipated to provide substantial benefits to local communities by mitigating flood risks. According to Philippines News Agency, DPWH 6 (Western Visayas) Director Sanny Boy Oropel highlighted that the project in Barangay Bagumbayan comprises a 665-lineal meter revetment wall supported by a steel sheet foundation. The structure is designed to manage floodwaters effectively, especially during adverse weather, by diverting, storing, and releasing them in a controlled manner. This approach aims to reduce

DUMAGUETE CITY: A multi-million pesos fabrication laboratory (Fab Lab) collaboration of the Silliman University (SU) here and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Negros Oriental is seen to benefit students and small businesses alike. Dubbed Sinergy Fab Lab, the digital laboratory is the first project in Negros Oriental under the DTI’s Shared Services Facility program where a private academic institution has been given funding after the revision of the SSF guidelines this year. According to Philippines News Agency, DTI-Negros Oriental spokesperson Krystle Jade Bato noted that previously, the private sector was not eligible for the SSF program. The Negros Oriental