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Lacson seeks higher pay, stronger protection for sanitation inspectors

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Sanitation inspectors may soon receive higher pay and improved working conditions under a bill filed by Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson. Lacson said on Thursday that he... Read More


DSWD aid to quake-hit families in Sultan Kudarat nears P12-M

Manila, Jan. 29 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has so far extended more than PHP11.9 million worth of humanitarian assistance to families displaced by the 5.7-magnitude tem... Read More


Palace: Frasco still enjoys PBBM's trust despite criticisms

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco continues to enjoy the trust of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., brushing aside criticisms accusing her of se... Read More


ASEAN rolls out 2026-2030 tourism roadmap

Manila, Jan. 29 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Thursday launched its sectoral tourism plan, setting a goal of achieving seamless travel and market diversification across the ... Read More


Airline talks underway to cut airfares, spur local tourism - Palace

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the government is actively addressing high domestic airfares, which have been flagged as a key factor affecting tourism competitiveness, particularly in ... Read More


6 Manila cops in hot water over alleged robbery

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Six police officers were arrested and will face criminal and administrative charges for alleged robbery in Makati City. Makati Police said the victims positively identified the off... Read More


Palace optimistic on Zaldy Co's arrest amid conflicting European leads

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the government remains optimistic that fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co will be located and brought back to the Philippines to face charges, even as aut... Read More


Lawmakers move to require EMTs at police, fire stations

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Police and fire stations should have at least one emergency medical technician (EMT) to make them better equipped to handle emergencies, Abra Lone District Rep. JB Bernos said Thurs... Read More


Nartatez says no 'abrupt, sweeping' reshuffle in PNP

Manila, Jan. 29 -- There will be no sweeping reshuffle in the Philippine National Police (PNP) following the promotion of Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. to four-star general and elevation as full-fle... Read More


Palace: ICI operations continue, funds not wasted

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) continues to operate and fulfill its mandate, amid concerns over the use of public funds. Palace Pr... Read More