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July 01, 2024

Delay seen in implementation of rice tariff cuts

The implementation of reduced tariffs on rice is expected after the National Printing Office said Executive Order (EO) 62 would be published only today due to the measure’s “voluminous pages.”

1 min

VP Sara rejects tag as opposition leader

Rody not running for senator

2 mins

2 Pinoy fishermen hurt in Panatag boat explosion

Two Chinese vessels reportedly initially tried to block a Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel about to rescue eight Filipino fishermen, two of whom suffered second-degree burns after their boat’s engine exploded near Panatag Shoal on Saturday.

5 mins

'Name ex-Cabinet official who lobbied for illegal POGOs'

Senators challenged the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR) to name the former Cabinet official who allegedly facilitated the grant of gaming licenses to Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) so as not to cast doubt on all other former members of the Cabinet.

2 mins

Nearly 300 M use drugs globally - UN report

The United Nations agency tackling crime and drug abuse released its annual World Drug Report warning that there are now nearly 300 million users globally, alongside an increase in trafficking.

2 mins

Up to 3 typhoons to enter Phl this month

At least two to three typhoons are expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility this month amid the threat of a La Niña weather event, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

1 min

Duterte knows where Quiboloy is, but won't tell

Former president Rodrigo Duterte said he knows where his friend Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy is hiding, but would not say where.

1 min

Malaysia opposes Phl's continental shelf claim

Malaysia has opposed the Philippine submission to a United Nations body to formally recognize the extent of its undersea continental shelf, saying it is projected from the baselines of Sabah.

3 mins

PNP chief orders cops: Stop moonlighting

Philippine National Police chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil yesterday directed PNP personnel to stop moonlighting as security escorts for private persons and instead focus on public safety.

1 min

Zambo City mulls review of firecracker ordinance

Following an explosion at firecracker warehouse

1 min

Biden reassures big-money donors after debate debacle

OCEAN PORT (AFP) – US President Joe Biden attended a tripleheader of campaign fundraisers on Saturday, seeking to reassure high-dollar donors he can still win reelection in November despite a debate performance that sparked panic among many Democrats.

1 min

Court acquits 28 people in 'Panama Papers' trial

PANAMA CITY (AFP) – A Panamanian court has acquitted 28 people charged with money laundering in connection with the now-defunct law fi rm Mossack Fonseca, the epicenter of the “Panama Papers” international tax evasion scandal.

1 min

Gilas U18 women crack Asian elite group

The Gilas Pilipinas women looked at the Division A ticket like it’s theirs for the taking – from start to finish.

1 min

June inflation seen within 2-4% target

Most forecasts point to 3.9% print

3 mins

PSEi may sustain rally this week

Positive cues provided by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in its latest policy meeting could fuel a sustained market rally this week.

1 min

Rubio takes helm as MGen president/CEO

Veteran power energy executive Emmanuel Rubio is taking the reins at Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) as its new president and CEO effective today.

1 min

Cebu Pacific sees Japan as growth area

Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific has flown about 200,000 passengers to Japan this year, making the destination one of the main drivers of business growth for the airline.

1 min

Property prices post slower growth in Q1

Veteran power energy executive Emmanuel Rubio is taking the reins at Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) as its new president and CEO effective today.

2 mins

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