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DOTr chief says PUV fare hike amount under study

Manila, March 11 -- Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Wednesday confirmed there will be a public utility vehicle (PUV) fare hike, with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulator... Read More


SSS launches facial authentication for pensioners' confirmation

Manila, March 11 -- State-run Social Security System (SSS) has launched a facial authentication to allow pensioners to complete the Annual Confirmation of Pensioners (ACOP) requirement without visitin... Read More


Tie-up with Korean firm to boost TESDA shipbuilding course

Manila, March 11 -- The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) hopes to enhance its shipbuilding course by partnering with Korean firm HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, an executive s... Read More


DOTr says NLEX-SLEX Connector to open next year

Manila, March 11 -- The Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (SS3) section that will link the Skyway system to the North Luzon Expressway-South Luzon Expressway (NLEX-SLEX) Connector, will begin operation next... Read More


MARINA eyes nationwide rollout of digital manifest systems

Manila, March 11 -- The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is looking into the nationwide adoption of the digital passenger manifest systems among domestic shipping operators, particularly for short... Read More


DA slaps P81-M penalties vs. erring suppliers in 2025

Manila, March 11 -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday said it has imposed about PHP81 million in penalties for delayed deliveries of farm inputs and slow implementation of government fun... Read More


DA exempts green energy, socialized housing from land conversions ban

Manila, March 11 -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Wednesday said it has exempted renewable energy and government socialized housing projects from the moratorium on land-use reclassifications. ... Read More


HEIs urged to take more active role in boosting PH's SDG progress

Manila, March 11 -- The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has called on higher education institutions (HEIs) to take a more active role in advancing the country's progress toward the United Nation... Read More


US manufacturer to invest initial $200-M for gloves factory in PH

Manila, March 11 -- A United States (US)-based medical glove manufacturer is investing an initial USD200 million to build a production facility in the Philippines, with plans to expand operations once... Read More


PH, Portugal authorities in talks to bring Zaldy Co home: PBBM

Manila, March 11 -- The Philippine government is coordinating with Portuguese authorities to facilitate the possible return of former lawmaker Zaldy Co to the Philippines, President Ferdinand R. Marco... Read More