The governments of the Philippines and Guatemala vowed on Tuesday for stronger bilateral ties between the two countries in terms of improving the agriculture sector, pursuing climate action, and enhancing its people-to-people relations. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the Philippines and Guatemala have distinct similarities that the two governments can work on, especially in…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. lauded the local government officials and residents of Siargao on Friday for their resiliency, unity and strength when the island was hit by Typhoon Odette in December 2021. “I also want to congratulate ang mga local government officials sa inyong pagbangon mula sa naging damage, naging kamatayan dahil [sa] pagdaan…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will not act in haste on the growing calls to impose a total ban on online gambling, as he sees the need for a thorough study to determine the potential impact of the proposal on the country. Malacañang made the stand after some lawmakers expressed disappointment over Marcos’ alleged failure…
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine National Police (PNP)-Mandaluyong City Police Station in partnership with the Eastern Police District brought the Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan (BIDA) Program and the fight against illegal drugs to the communities through the BIDA Bisikleta sa Pamayanan. DILG Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos, Jr. lauded the…
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto represents President Ferdinand R. Marcos and heads the Philippine delegation to the World Economic Forum (WEF) this year in Davos, Switzerland House Speaker Martin Romualdez said the Philippine delegation to the WEF 2025 aims to secure sustained investments in the country to enhance its competitiveness, efficiency and sustainability. “Our participation in…
H5N1 bird flu outbreak detected in Laos. (Photo from VNA/VNS) VIENTIANE – The Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry’s Department of Livestock and Fisheries recently reported an H5N1 bird flu outbreak in a Vientiane market. The Lao centre for animal disease research said, of the 65 poultry samples it received from Danxang market in Saythani district, 30 were…
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has reminded healthcare facilities that implementation of the lifting of the 45-day benefit limit starts on Friday. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon interview, PhilHealth Senior Vice President for Health and Finance Policy Sector, Israel Francis Pargas said the move allows members to use their benefits for the whole year…
PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” and Sen. Robin Padilla are among the expected guests to grace the 27th National Press Congress at Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel in Laoag City on Dec. 11-13. This year’s theme “Media’s crucial role in encouraging agricultural, scientific and technological innovations in LGUs” aims to center on what science, technology and innovations can…
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) convened a special press conference on May 5, 2026, at its headquarters in Bicutan, Taguig City to formally present the Philippine Technology Evaluation and Standards for Testing (PHITEST), a joint initiative with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The program is positioned as a key mechanism to ensure…
MANILA —In an earnest effort to make room for tourism, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. moved the celebration of Ninoy Aquino Day from August 21 to August 23, creating a longer weekend for working Filipinos to take a break with their families elsewhere. The amendment to the country’s holiday list was made official via Proclamation No….
