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CCC: LDF Board hosting is proof of world confidence in PH
The Climate Change Commission (CCC) said selection of the Philippines as host of the Loss and Damage Fund (LDF) Board reflects the world community’s confidence in the Philippines’ leadership under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. In a statement, CCC Vice-Chairman and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje said the decision is a significant step in the global fight against climate change. “As a…
PCG marks Arbitral Award; PH vows to pursue peace in WPS
The Philippines has vowed to pursue a course of action “anchored on peace” as it secures its rights over the West Philippine Sea as it marks the 8th anniversary of the Arbitral Award victory over China on the contested area. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reiterated its commitment to upholding the landmark ruling, saying it is a testament to Manila’s “unwavering commitment to the…
Miru Systems’ 18 Billion Peso Contract for Philippine Elections Sparks Major Concerns
Manila, Philippines — On July 9, 2024, Hon. Rodante D. Marcoleta, Party List – SAGIP, addressed the media regarding troubling reports on Miru Systems, which COMELEC has chosen to supply voting technology for the 2025 national elections. Marcoleta expressed serious reservations about whether Miru’s technology aligns with the stringent specifications mandated by the Automated Election Law. This law…
PBBM praises entrepreneurs at 2024 Presidential Awards for Outstanding MSMEs
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday praised the remarkable achievements of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) at the 2024 Presidential Awards for Outstanding MSMEs. The event recognized the demonstration of exceptional growth, competitiveness, innovation, and sustainability of MSMEs. “We are here today for a very important commemoration as we recognize the recipients of…
PH First Ladies grace renowned Marikina Shoe Museum
QUEZON CITY — As the Marikina Shoe Festival opened this week, a familiar face graced the city’s acclaimed Shoe Museum – former First Lady Imelda Romualdez Marcos, accompanied by current First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, her daughter in-law. Imelda Marcos, who had described herself as a patron of local industries including Marikina’s shoemakers, viewed the famous shoe…
Thousands rally for West Philippine Sea awareness in ‘Takbo Para sa WPS’
PASAY CITY, — Over 7,000 runners participated in the Manila leg of the “Takbo Para sa West Philippine Sea, Ang Yaman Nito ay Para sa Pilipino” (Run for the WPS, Its Resources are for the Filipinos) on Sunday, showcasing a united front for Philippine territorial integrity in the West Philippine Sea. The estimate was provided by…
Pagsasalin sa wikang Filipino at iba pang gawaing pangwika sa BARMM, itataguyod
MAYNILA—Pormal na nilagdaan ngayong 4 Hulyo 2024 sa Tanggapan ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) ang Memorandum ng Unawaan ng Bangsamoro Transition Authority-Parliament (BTA-Parliament) at KWF na magtataguyod ng pagsasalin sa wikang Filipino at ibang pang katutubong wika, pati na rin ng iba pang gawaing pangwika sa BARMM. Kabilang sa mga serbisyong ipagkakaloob ng KWF,…
DISASTER RESILIENCE A WAY OF LIFE – DOST SECRETARY SOLIDUM
SCIENCE and Technology Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. has highlighted the advantage of transforming the Filipino context of resilience in building climate and disaster strategies to address the continuing threats of natural hazards. Solidum, during the opening ceremony of the of the “2024 Handa Pilipinas: Innovations in Disaster Resilience” Luzon Leg held on 3 July…
BAN Toxics urges public to opt for plastic-free reusable bags
In celebration of International Plastic Bag Free Day, environmental NGO BAN Toxics calls on the public to minimize the use of so-called reusable eco-bags made from plastic materials such as polypropylene, polyester, and nylon. The group also emphasizes the need to further promote a culture of reuse. International Plastic Bag Free Day began as a…
NCR dengue cases drop by 16 percent
QUEZON CITY – The number of dengue cases in the National Capital Region (NCR) has decreased by 16.39 percent, the Metro Manila Center for Health Development (MMCHD) said Tuesday, July 2. The latest data from the Regional Epidemiology Surveillance Unit (RESU) indicates that as of June, a total of 6,531 dengue cases were reported, a…