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Dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo Arrested in Indonesia, DOJ and NBI Confirm

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Wednesday that Alice Guo, the mayor of Bala Bamban, Tarlac, has been taken into custody in Indonesia. Guo was taken into custody in Tangerang City, Jakarta, according to a DOJ statement. According to the department, Guo

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Senator Pimentel Urges VP Sara to Prioritize Her Mandate Over Extraneous Programs

Vice President Sara Duterte is advised by Senator Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III to concentrate on her duties as the nation's second-highest official rather than enacting pointless initiatives. Pimentel also wants Congress to reconcile the budget of the Office of the Vice President with the mandate set forth in the Constitution.

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President Marcos Jr. Signs Republic Act 12019: Philippines Gains Legal Standing in Global Loss and Damage Fund

Republic Act 12019, which was signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., gave the Philippines the ability to join the Loss and Damage Fund and legal personality. This allowed the governing body to enter into contracts, buy and sell property, file lawsuits, and house the Fund's secretariat with the World Bank.

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The government holds the unutilized PhilHealth funds.

The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) has been urged by Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa to return wasted and idle funds to the national government. Herbosa argues that these funds should be returned because they were not savings. "It's not from the members' contributions. This is not from their reserve fund;

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Senator Risa Hontiveros seeks clarity on the P10M Children's Book Budget and faces accusations of political hearings from VP Sara Duterte.

Senator Risa Hontiveros was accused of politicizing the session when she asked for a straight answer regarding the children's book that was allotted funds for the Office of the Vice President in 2025. “Madam Chair, this is an example of politicizing the budget hearing through the questions of a senator.

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After criticism for her comments regarding marital rape, Robin Padilla issued an apology.

After a heated internet debate, Senator Robin Padilla issued an apology for his divisive remarks regarding a husband's sexual rights and declared that he does not support marital rape. “Ang aking mga katanungan po ay hypothetical base sa sentimiento at realidad ng mga pang-karaniwang Pilipino,” he said. “Hindi po ito

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The Supreme Court Refutes Claims of Mandatory Drug Testing for Judiciary Members

The Office of the Court Administrator (OCA) has not ordered obligatory drug testing for judges or judicial personnel, according to the Supreme Court, which has denied reports that it has. The court's spokeswoman, Atty., responded. The circular, according to Camille Ting, does not mandate a drug test; instead, it requires

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Government employees will see wage increases this year

1.36 million government employees will receive their first pay boost of the year, retroactive to January, along with a midyear bonus, according to Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman's announcement. "It can be given this month, but it would still depend on the agency," Pangandaman said in an interview in Malacañang.

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Suspending weekend operations, LRT-1 is preparing for the Cavite extension Phase 1 launch.

Light Rail Manila Corp. intends to hasten preparations for Cavite Extension Phase 1's anticipated opening in Q4 2024 by suspending LRT-1 operations for three weekends in August. The following weekends will see a temporary suspension of LRT-1 train services: August 17–18 August 24–25 From August 31 to September

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As of July, there were 128,824 cases of dengue in the Philippines, according to DOH.

According to the Department of Health (DOH), dengue cases jumped by 33% countrywide to over 128,800 in the first seven months of 2024. This information was released on Wednesday. Dengue cases increased to 128,834 from January to July 27, according to the DOH, compared to 97,211 instances

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Philippine medal standings soar after Carlos Yulo's double gold.

The Philippines' medal standings improved by ten places after Carlos Yulo's double gold medal performance at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, linking them with Azerbaijan and Serbia, both of which had two gold medals. Standings rose as a result of gymnast Carlos Yulo's historic performances in the men's vault

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Congress once again adopts Magna Carta for Seafarers.

The Magna Carta on Filipino Seafarers measure was rebuilt by both Houses of Congress and the bicameral commission before being delivered to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. for signature. The third report was approved by both Houses, allowing the measure to be sent to the President. “What is that serious subject

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Scientists from UP Baguio help city executives monitor dengue cases.

The Baguio City Health Services Office and scientists from the University of the Philippines are working together to track dengue cases in the city, which have increased by 134% since June and call for stricter health regulations. According to the CHSO, the number of instances has increased to an "alarming

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OVP acknowledges that Duterte departed the Philippines with his family but calls the timing "unfortunate."

The Vice President's Office verified that Vice President Sara Duterte is traveling abroad for personal reasons with her family, as her pre-approved trip was scheduled during Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon in Luzon. "The timing of the trip coinciding with Typhoon Carina is unfortunate. Nonetheless, the Disaster Operations Center

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According to a study, the brain perceives time through activities rather than hours.

According to a study by UNLV researchers, our brains' synchronization with electrical clocks is not innate; rather, it is dependent on the quantity of experiences we have. Contrary to the proverb that says time flies when you're having fun, the researchers discovered that increasing speed or output during an activity

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SSS launches social security awareness campaign for household helpers

On July 21, the Social Security System (SSS) NCR East Division initiated the SSS Kasambahay Caravan across Metro Manila and Rizal shopping centers with the goal of increasing membership and guaranteeing coverage for Filipino workers. Along with educating household employers on registering their assistants with SSS and remitting their monthly

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Dialysis organizations fear that expanding PhilHealth coverage will result in centers closing.

The Philippines' Dialysis Coalition issues a warning, stating that numerous treatment facilities may close as a result of PhilHealth's recent rise in benefits for dialysis. The president of DCPI, Dr. Michael Manalaysay, claims that while this is a big benefit for patients, treatment facilities would be negatively impacted. According to

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Senators want Marcos to address the Pogo ban in Sona.

Separately on Sunday, Senators Sherwin Gatchalian and Aquilino Pimentel III urged President Marcos to address the mounting worries about the Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) in his July 22 State of the Nation Address (Sona). “Who knows, he might just surprise us,” Pimentel said in a radio interview on Sunday.

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CBCP says it’s still against divorce in PH but ‘won’t impose’ stance

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) acknowledges that it is impossible to enforce its anti-divorce position, but it opposes the country's adoption of the international practice of formally ending marriages. “We are indeed the last country in the world that has not yet legalized civil divorce. Should we

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In an effort to curb consumption, the organization requests a 6.5% yearly increase in alcohol costs.

A 6.5% yearly increase in the price of alcoholic beverages is demanded by civil society organizations and health advocates in order to curb consumption among Filipinos, especially among the youth, and improve both the economy and public health. “Ang target ay mabawasan ‘yung pag-consume [ng alcohol]. Ang most effective

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May unemployment increases to 4.1% — PSA

According to data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, the nation's unemployment rate rose to 4.1% in May, the fastest rate in the previous four months, from 4.4% in April 2023, but it was still below 4.3%. The percentage of people who are employed but are still looking

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Angara suggests that public school teachers' salaries might increase.

Senator Sonny Angara, the incoming secretary of education, announced on Wednesday that he will research the idea to raise the starting pay for public school teachers to P50,000. Angara stated he wants better working conditions for teachers as well as increased pay and benefits. President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.

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Government returns to deficit in May

A greater P175 billion budget deficit for the Marcos administration was countered in May by more state spending on infrastructure projects. The fiscal turnout for May is 43% greater than the deficit for the prior year. When there is a budget deficit, the government is spending more money than it

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Recalling his ideal legacy, Marcos says, "No more hungry Filipinos."

On Wednesday, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared his desire for eradicating hunger to be his legacy. Speaking during the Walang Gutom Awards in Malacañang, Marcos recalled being asked what he wanted his administration's legacy to be during a media interview. “And it was a question I was not prepared

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The BIR terminates the deadline for tax clearance in land transfers.

As stated on June 24, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has extended the electronic certificate authorizing registration (eCAR) validity period from five years to one year. “We have removed the five-year validity period for the benefit of taxpayers,” Lumagui stated. “Under Bagong Pilipinas, the BIR will also be a