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Prison reforms sought at 2nd ARCC

The 2nd ASEAN Regional Correctional Conference (ARCC) hosted by the Philippines concludes today after bringing together top correctional officials and experts from across Southeast Asia to enhance regional cooperation and advance prison system reforms.

Three new PCG officers take oath

Days before he steps down, outgoing Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista led the donning of ranks and oath-taking ceremonies for three newly promoted officials of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).

Olivarez running unopposed

Running unopposed for Congress in the May midterm elections, Parañaque Mayor Eric Olivarez on Wednesday bade farewell to his constituents.

DepEd Distributing 62,000 Laptops, TV Sets in Q2

The Department of Education (DepEd) will roll out 62,000 laptops and smart TV packages worth P1.8 billion for public schools across 16 regions by the second half of the year as part of its computerization program.

Chastain Tackles US-Mexico Politics in 'Dreams'

Academy Award-winning US actor Jessica Chastain (in photo) on Saturday said her latest movie, about a Mexican ballet dancer who longs to move to the US, was \"undeniably political\" as it premiered at the Berlin film festival.

Villafuerte denies suppressing news article

Embattled Rep. LRay Villafuerte defended himself from a student organization's accusations that he censored their survey, saying he is \"a press freedom advocate\" who also has the right to question published reports.

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No focus and continuity

A major problem of our government is its lack of focus or an ability to follow through a big project from inception to completion.

Manila Seeks Yulo, Obiena Help in 'Palaro'

The Manila city government wants the help of Olympians Carlos Yulo and EJ Obiena in preparing for the Palarong Pambansa in April.

LTO: Attach license plates or pay P5,000

Motorists will be fined P5,000 for driving without a license plate, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) said.

SM Foundation, German-Phil businesses partner to boost jobs

The SM Foundation and the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently forged a partnership to help boost employment and upgrade the country's workforce.

Alyansa bets offer solutions to Mindanao power issues

Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates have offered some solutions to power concerns in Mindanao, such as investing in renewable energy, establishment of a nuclear power plant, stricter implementation of the Anti-Red Tape Act and a review of existing franchises of non-performing cooperatives.

BI: 3 arrested Chinese 'spies' hold visas

Two of the three suspected Chinese spies arrested by authorities on Friday have tourist visas but lacked valid documentation, according to the Bureau of Immigration (BI).

18 Dead in India Train Stampede

At least 18 people died during a stampede at a railway station in India's capital late Saturday when surging crowds scrambled to catch trains to the world's largest religious gathering, officials and reports said.

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NGCP Gets Go-Signal for P5-B Transmission Projects

The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) has secured approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to implement four transmission projects worth over P5 billion.

Stopping Duterte 2.0

Marcos 2.0, worried about a Duterte 2.0 in 2028, is throwing everything including the kitchen sink at Vice President Sara Duterte.

Pasig River rehab's third phase unveiled today

The Marcos administration will launch today the third phase of the P18-billion \"Pasig Bigyang Buhay Muli\" project, which aims to revive the Pasig River while generating economic opportunities for local communities.

ISAIAH CACNIO: CODING AND DECODING THE LANGUAGE OF ART

Manila-based motion graphics artist and multimedia engineer Isaiah Cacnio is at the forefront of a growing movement redefining the contours of artistic expression.

Taiwan seeks more Pinoy tourists

Taiwan is on a vigorous tourism drive as it invites Filipinos to visit the self-ruled island.

Meralco Sees Uptick in January Power Sales

Tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan's Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) saw its energy sales marginally rise in January, sustaining its momentum following a robust performance last year.

Jezzel Wee: Shaping Kinships Out of Clay

With the most snowfall in rural Japan, where very few spoke English. There was the strenuous physical work—managing a climbing kiln alone on six-hour evening shifts—and then the everyday challenge of learning a foreign language through conversation.

SMIC Posts 'Strong' Profit Growth in 2024

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC), the investment holding company of the Sy family, sees profit growth continuing this year after recording a robust performance in 2024.

Valenzuela Boosts Emergency Response

The local government of Valenzuela has acquired 33 new rescue boats and two mobile water filtration trucks to strengthen efforts in disaster response.

Senators' own accountability

Once the Senate is convened and constituted as an impeachment court, the 23 incumbent senators become judges of this political proceeding. If voted by a majority of senator-judges, it could lead to the ouster from office of Vice President Sara Duterte and her perpetual disqualification from holding public office.

POC to request fund for curlers

Gilas beat Qatar, 74-71, at the second Doha Invitational Cup last Friday even as the home team's roster included three Americans, one from Bosna-Herzegovina and two from Senegal.

NBI Urged: Probe Rody's 'Kill Senators' Remark

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) should also investigate former president Rodrigo Duterte for saying he would have incumbent senators killed to pave the way for a takeover by his favored senatorial candidates, a congressman said.

Brace for toll hikes - TRB

Motorists must brace for higher costs of traveling this year, as the government is poised to approve a set of rate hikes for some of the busiest tollways in Luzon.

Anisimova rules Qatar Open

Amanda Anisimova clinched the first WTA 1000 title of her career with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Jelena Ostapenko in a rain-interrupted Qatar Open final on Saturday, a triumph achieved after a \"lot of hard work and a lot of tears.\"