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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PNP Reports Peaceful Start to Simbang Gabi, Ensures Continued Security Measures
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that the start of the traditional Simbang Gabi (Dawn Masses) was generally peaceful, with no untoward incidents observed. PNP Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo…
Sen. Robin Bill Reverts Devolved Agricultural Functions to National Government
With problems such as lack of funding and political interference keeping local government units from discharging basic agricultural functions, Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla has filed a bill reverting such…
Sen. Robin: No More Delays in Fulfilling Promises to Fighters Who Availed of Amnesty
The government must not waste any more time fulfilling its promises to extend assistance to former fighters of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF)…
Sen. Robin Appeals to Gov’t for Less Restrictive Treatment of Refugees
Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla on Thursday appealed to the government to adopt a less restrictive treatment of refugees and stateless persons, especially those displaced by armed conflict, violence, persecution…
Metro Manila Train Lines to Extend Operating Hours for Holiday Season
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced changes to the operation hours of major train lines in Metro Manila to manage the anticipated increase in passenger volume during the holiday…