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Gatchalian: Lower 2026 budget possible to curb deficit amid DPWH probe

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Senate Committee on Finance chairperson Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said Thursday the 2026 national budget could be reduced if investigations confirm overpricing in the Department of ... Read More


Study needed on proposed one-month tax holiday - SAPIEA chief

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the government will carefully study a proposal of Senator Erwin Tulfo to grant a one-month tax holiday to help boost public confidence and ease the burden... Read More


Remulla sworn in as Ombudsman

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla formally took his oath of office before Acting Chief Justice Marvic Leonen at the Supreme Court session hall on Thursday. In an interview after the c... Read More


Cebu execs hail PCSO's firm commitment to help quake victims

Manila, Oct. 9 -- Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro has commended the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for its decisive action and unwavering commitment to public service following the disas... Read More


Palace expects Remulla to carry out duties with integrity, fairness

Manila, Oct. 8 -- Malacanang on Wednesday said incoming Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla is expected to uphold transparency and ensure that government officials found guilty of wrongdoing are held acco... Read More


Palace: Zero unprogrammed funds 'not possible,' needed for emergencies

Manila, Oct. 8 -- Malacanang on Wednesday said the government cannot fully scrap unprogrammed appropriations (UA), noting that these funds are necessary for emergencies and unforeseen expenses. This ... Read More


Wet Wednesday across PH due to 2 weather systems

Manila, Oct. 8 -- Most parts of the country will continue to experience rains due to the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) and the northeasterly windflow, the weather bureau said Wednesday. In it... Read More


Marcos unveils $207-M petroleum, hydrogen gas exploration deals

Manila, Oct. 8 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday led the signing of eight new Petroleum Service Contracts (PSCs) worth USD207 million to boost the country's energy security and reduce ... Read More


Houses damaged by Cebu quake at 62.5K

Manila, Oct. 8 -- The number of houses damaged by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that rocked Bogo City, Cebu, and nearby provinces on Sept. 30 has climbed to 62,531, the National Disaster Risk Reduction... Read More


GSIS reviews pension, burial, cash gift benefits

Manila, Oct. 8 -- The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) is conducting a review of pension and benefit levels for its pensioners, following consultations with teachers' associations and govern... Read More