Author: Pop News
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Motorists to Pay Higher Fuel Prices as Retailers Announce Price Hike for 2025
Motorists will face a price increase for petroleum products this week, as retailers announced a significant price hike on Monday to start 2025, following a rollback the previous week. In separate statements, Seaoil Philippines Corp. and Shell Pilipinas Corp. said they will raise the prices per liter of gasoline and kerosene by P1.00 each, and… Read more
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Manila Mayor Vows Accountability for Negligent Garbage Collection During Holidays
The Manila city government pledged on Saturday to hold the former garbage collection contractor accountable for neglecting its duties during the holiday season. Mayor Honey Lacuna criticized Leonel Waste Management Corp. for failing to fulfill its responsibilities amid a 400% increase in waste generated during the Christmas and New Year celebrations. “Rest assured, I will… Read more
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DOLE Issues 2025 Wage Guidelines for Holidays and Special Days
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reminded employers on Thursday about the correct wage computation for regular holidays, special non-working days, and special working days in 2025. The advisory was issued through Labor Advisory No. 16, series of 2024, signed by Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguasma. Basis of the Advisory DOLE explained… Read more
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Top 10 Social Media Trends in the Philippines for 2024
As the digital landscape in the Philippines continues to evolve, social media remains a powerful tool that shapes public discourse, marketing strategies, and consumer behavior. With more than 86 million Filipinos online, the influence of social media on daily life is undeniable. From video content to influencer marketing, the trends in 2024 are set to… Read more
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ERC Imposes P25/kWh Cap on Reserve Market Prices
MANILA, Philippines — The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has imposed a maximum price of P25 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for backup power offered to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines, aiming to regulate costs in the reserve market. During a recent meeting, the ERC set a price floor of zero per megawatt-hour and a ceiling… Read more
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Government to Seize POGO Assets Using Forfeiture Laws, Says Executive Secretary Bersamin
MANILA, Philippines — The government plans to implement forfeiture laws to seize the assets of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) as authorities move swiftly to shut down illegal entities before the year ends, according to Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin. He assured the public that while the government is committed to closing all POGOs by the… Read more
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Mary Jane Veloso’s Clemency Requires Legal Assessment, Says President Marcos
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. stated on Thursday that the possibility of granting clemency to Mary Jane Veloso, who recently returned to the Philippines after spending nearly 15 years on death row in Indonesia, would need further evaluation by legal experts. When asked about Veloso’s case during an ambush interview in… Read more
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Malacañang’s Decision to Defer 2025 Budget Signing Highlights Checks and Balances in Governance
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero and Finance Committee Chairperson Grace Poe emphasized on Wednesday that Malacañang’s decision to defer the signing of the 2025 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) is part of the government’s checks and balances and a reflection of a healthy democracy. “It’s part of the legislative process and the system of checks and… Read more
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Pagsibak kay Herbosa at pagbalik ng Philhealth subsidy sigaw ng labor at health workers
Isang malaking kilos protesta ang inilunsad ng isang koalisyon ng labor groups, health workers at medical advocates sa Mendiola Manila kahapon upang igiit ang pagbibitiw ni Health Secretary Ted Herbosa at pagbabalik ng Philhealth subsidy sa ilalim ng 2025 national budget. Nasa 1,000 miyembro ng Nagkakaisang Mamamayan para sa Pangkalusugang Pangkalahatan ang sabay sabay na… Read more
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MMFF 2024 Entry Topakk Highlights PTSD Awareness and Mental Health
Julia Montes revealed that she accepted the 2024 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry Topakk (English title: Triggered) because of its focus on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), an often-overlooked issue in the Philippines. The action-packed thriller, produced by Nathan Studios, Fusee, and Strawdogs, marks its homecoming premiere at the 50th MMFF after being screened at… Read more