PEDC, Iloilo City Gov’t partner for La Paz plaza football ground lighting
THE Iloilo City Government and Panay Energy Development Corporation (PEDC) are teaming up to illuminate the La Paz Plaza Football Ground with a modern,...
The Medical City and DOT launch ‘Discover Your Wellness’ to elevate PH medical tourism
BY MA. THERESA LADIAO
IN A LANDMARK move to enhance the Philippines' appeal as a premier destination for medical tourism, The Medical City (TMC) and...
House passes motorcycles-for-hire bill on final reading
THE House of Representatives on Tuesday, July 30, approved on third and final reading the measure on the regulation of motorcycles-for-hire.
With 200 yes votes,...
PhilHealth to recommend reduced contribution amid ‘excess funds’ scrutinized by Bong Go during Senate...
"Bawat piso po ay napakahalaga!"
This was the response of Senate Committee on Health Chairperson Senator Christopher “Bong” Go as he closed the July 30...
First aid facilities to be set up in key tourist sites
TOURIST first aid facilities and booths will soon rise in several major beach destinations, Department of Tourism (DOT) said Monday, July 29.
The DOT signed...
PH gov’t rises in global anti-red tape ranking to 49th – ARTA
THE government climbed three points to the 49th spot of a global anti-red tape ranking in 2024, the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) said on...
Two sectors of economy yet to recover from pandemic – NEDA chief
ONLY two sectors of the economy – mining and quarrying, and real estate – have yet to recover from the effects of the COVID-19...
Don’t believe online rumors, fish in PH safe to eat – BFAR
THERE is no truth to rumors on social media warning the public against eating fish because of medical waste dumped in the sea, the...
DTI chief eyes amending IP law to boost protection vs piracy, counterfeit
THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is planning to propose amendments to Republic Act 8293, or the Intellectual Property (IP) Code, to further...
PH rice imports won’t reach 4.7M MT despite tariff cut – DA
THE Philippines will not import as much rice this year compared to the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) projection, despite the tariff cut.
“I don’t...