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July 02, 2024

Phl eyes constant communication with Malaysia

President Marcos yesterday met with Malaysian Foreign Minister Dato' Seri Utama Haji Mohamad Bin Hasan, who is in the Philippines to highlight the 60 years of relations between Manila and Kuala Lumpur.

1 min

China Coast Guard hindered rescue of Filipino fishermen

China Coast Guard (CCG) personnel blocked the efforts of the Philippine Coast Guard to rescue Filipino fishermen from an illfated boat at Panatag Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, according to PCG Commodore Jay Tarriela.

2 mins

‘Solid 7' still independent, but not obstructionist

The so-called Solid 7 of the Senate will remain independent but will not be “obstructionist” against the administration, former Senate president Juan Miguel Zubiri said yesterday.

1 min

Duterte tells VP Sara: Don't seek presidency

DAVAO CITY - If there is one advice former president Rodrigo Duterte would give his daughter Vice President Sara Duterte, it is to forget any plan for the presidency in the 2028 elections.

2 mins

Over 400 'unknown tracks' detected in Phl air zone

More than 400 “unknown tracks” within the Philippines’ air defense identification zone have been detected, President Marcos said yesterday, crediting the country’s enhanced maritime domain awareness for their detection.

1 min

Oil prices increase for 3rd straight week

Motorists can expect fuel prices to increase by as much as P0.95 per liter today, amid ongoing geopolitical tensions that threaten global supply.

1 min

Comelec studying evidence of Guo election offense

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is initiating the process for the possible filing of an election offense against suspended Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac.

5 mins

More Kadiwa stores to sell P29/kilo rice

Rice at P29 per kilo will be available at more Kadiwa centers beginning this Friday with the official rollout of the “Bigas 29” program of the Department of Agriculture, according to a ranking DA official.

3 mins

Dengue cases up, DOH warns public

Dengue cases have increased and strategies must be implemented to combat the virus, according to the Department of Health.

1 min

Angara open to being DepEd secretary

If offered by President Marcos the job of education secretary, Sen. Sonny Angara said he is likely to take it.

2 mins

VP Sara invited to SONA

Despite soured relations, Vice President Sara Duterte has been invited to attend President Marcos’ third State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22, an official said yesterday.

1 min

Binay opens new Makati police, fire stations

Makati Mayor Abby Binay inaugurated yesterday the city’s new central police and fire stations in Barangay San Antonio.

1 min

P35 minimum wage hike in Metro OK'd

The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board has approved an increase of P35 in the daily minimum wage of workers in the National Capital Region (NCR).

2 mins

3 mail-order brides stopped at Cebu airport

Three Filipino women believed to be victims of a mail-order bride scheme have been prevented from boarding their flights to China, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said yesterday.

1 min

French far right eyes power after election win

French far-right National Rally president Jordan Bardella is on the brink of becoming France's new prime minister.

2 mins

Biden's disastrous debate blamed on bad preparation, exhaustion

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – US President Joe Biden’s train-wreck debate with Republican opponent Donald Trump followed a series of decisions by his most senior advisers that critics now point to as wrong-headed, interviews with Democratic allies, donors and former and current aides show.

1 min

US Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity looms

WASHINGTON (AP) – The US Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on the most highly anticipated decision of its term – a ruling “for the ages” on whether Donald Trump, as a former president, is immune from prosecution.

1 min

Greece fights wildfires near Athens

ATHENS (AFP) – Firefighters were battling a series of wildfires near the Greek capital Athens on Sunday afternoon, as the country braces for another scorching summer.

1 min

GEORGE LEAVING CLIPPERS FOR SIXERS

Paul George is leaving the Los Angeles Clippers, his now-former team announced Sunday night, with all signs pointing to the nine-time All-Star perhaps returning to the Eastern Conference and joining the Philadelphia 76ers.

1 min

Wimbledon spotlight on Alcaraz, Sinner

LONDON (AFP) – Carlos Alcaraz begins the defense of his Wimbledon title at the All England Club on Monday, opening play on Centre Court against Estonia’s Mark Lajal, the world’s 262nd best player.

1 min

Bernardino one stroke ahead in JPGT Visayas leg

BACOLOD – Tiffany Bernardino survived a four-way battle at the challenging Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club course here, carding an 86 for a one-strok.. e lead over Alexie Gabi at the start of the ICTSI JPGT Visayas Series 3 yesterday.

1 min

LA says Kai's time is now

LA Tenorio is now in Regina, Canada, on the Gilas Legends Tour but continues to monitor how coach Tim Cone’s troops are doing in preparing for the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Latvia.

1 min

NATS IN RIGA WITH PARIS IN MIND

Gilas Pilipinas has set camp in Riga, Latvia for the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OQT), laser-focused and well aware of the heavy workload this mission demands.

2 mins

Rich pot at stake in Estudyante Esports championships

Dark League Studios is putting up a total cash pot of P1.6 million for the forthcoming Estudyante Esports: The National Championships, increasing excitement for the big event featuring four titles to be disputed by various school teams from across the country.

1 min

SEC: Phl nears exit from dirty money list

The Philippines is inching closer to exiting the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) gray list after making significant progress in addressing the remaining issues in its anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) controls, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

2 mins

World Bank names new country director for Phl

The World Bank has named Zafer Mustafaoglu as the new country director for the Philippines, Malaysia and Brunei.

1 min

Profit-taking ends market's 5-day climb

The local bourse kicked off the second semester on a sour note as investors pocketed gains following last week’s rally.

1 min

GT Capital appoints new CFO

Conglomerate GT Capital Holdings Inc. has appointed seasoned investment and finance executive George Uy-Tioco Jr. as its new chief financial officer.

1 min

BSP rate cut forecast pushed back to Oct - BMI

BMI Country Risk & Industry Research believes the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) will slash policy rates by 50 basis points starting in October, pushing back its previous forecast of rate cuts in September.

2 mins

MPTC inks concession for Indonesia tollway

The Metro Pacific Group has signed the $1-billion concession for a tollway in Indonesia, landing its largest expressway outside the Philippines to date and bagging another revenue source.

1 min

PLDT taps Nokia for business 5G

Telco leader PLDT Inc. has signed the services of Nokia in providing 5G network to businesses, recognizing the evolving demands for connectivity of the corporate sector.

1 min

USDA: Goats exported to Phl free of diseases

The imported goats that tested positive for Q fever were free of diseases when they arrived in the Philippines in January, a spokesperson for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said.

2 mins

ROW for Cavitex links on road to completion

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) has expressed confidence it would complete expansion works for the ManilaCavite Expressway (CAVITEX) on time as it gained headway in the acquisition of right of way (ROW).

2 mins

No onion crisis; stocks enough until next year

Filipinos won’t be shredding tears over onion prices as the commodity is expected to remain affordable throughout the year since the country’s stocks of the vegetable are projected to last until early next year.

2 mins

Agri group wants gov't to impose safeguard duties on rice

The Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. (PCAFI) has urged President Marcos to impose special safeguards on rice imports to protect local farmers from the ill effects of potential import surges following the reduction of tariffs to 15 percent.

1 min

Global bond sale boosts state borrowings in May

The government accumulated P259 billion in borrowings in May due to the issuance of global bonds in its first foray in the international debt market this year.

1 min

Sugar producers want consultations on import plan

The Confederation of Sugar Producers Association (CONFED) urged Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to conduct consultations with planters regarding the proposed importation of 200,000 metric tons (MT) of refined sugar by September.

1 min

DALI still in red, but sees rosy prospects in Phl

DALI still in red, but sees rosy prospects in Phl Retailer DALI Everyday Grocery remains in the red three years after opening its first store in the country.

1 min

DBP, Ormoc City partner for housing project

State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has approved a P300-million loan to finance the City Government of Ormoc’s site and land development in support of the flagship national shelter program of President Marcos, a top official said.

1 min

Mitsubishi revs up new compact SUV

Customers can now make a reservation for Mitsubishi XForce as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) has opened the prebooking at its dealerships ahead of the vehicle’s launch this Friday.

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