Philippine Statistics Authority National Capital Region (PSA NCR) Regional Director Paciano Dizon presents the poverty incidence among families in NCR as part of the results of the 2023 Family Income and Expenditure Survey (FIES). (Photo by Jell E. Guzman/PIA-NCR) MANILA, — In celebration of the 35th National Statistics Month Program, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)…
QUEZON CITY, – The National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) Central Complex in Manila and all its regional component museums in the country will now be open to the public daily starting January 2025. “Universal access has always been our priority. By opening our museums every day and maintaining free admission, we aim to make…
THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)) for the enhancement and to fortify the halal integrity of the local products with the establishment of DOST Halal Verification Laboratories (HVLs). The ceremony was held at the Dusit Thani Hotel Manila in Makati…
Justice secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said the government is now gathering information for the possible filing of complaint against those liable for the sinking of the MT Princess Empress which leaked its cargo of 800,000 liters of industrial oil. “We are sorting out the evidence so that we can file the proper complaint, collate all the data. As far as…
QUEZON CITY — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has vowed to ensure that public school teachers are amply provided to carry out their vocation and empower them to transform their lives to become a more resilient sector. In his speech during the 2024 National Teachers’ Day Celebration in Quezon City on Thursday, October 3, President…
THE 2023 Kilusan ng Bagong Lipunan (KBL) North Luzon Conference became livelier with the launch of Miss KBL and band competitions during the event in Mabalacat, Pampanga recently. It was likewise a happy occasion with the personal appearance of former jukebox queen and ex- vice governor of Camarines Sur, Imelda Papin. The event held at…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday signed into law the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act and the Student Loan Payment Moratorium During Disasters Emergencies Act, underscoring his administration’s commitment to supporting families and students affected by calamities. In his speech, President Marcos said the Ligtas Pinoy Center Act mandates the establishment of fully equipped evacuation…
It’s crucial for the country to remember the journalists who have sacrificed their lives in the relentless pursuit of truth, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Friday. During the 50th Anniversary of the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) in Pasay City, President Marcos assured that the government remains committed to protecting journalists…
WORLD-CLASS business leaders met in Bangkok for a two-day conference about the benefits of cannabis or marijuana, particularly in the medical world. The conference held on February 29-March 1 is the 3rd Annual Conference and the leading event on the development of the Asian medical cannabis and hemp market. It’s known as Cannabis Business Asia…
Residents of Manila and other parts of the National Capital Region will soon have a portion of the northbound and southbound lanes of Roxas Boulevard car-free for their walking, jogging, running, and biking exercises on Sundays from 5 am to 9 am. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna signed on Monday morning of May 13, Ordinance No….
