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ILOILO CITY, Aug. 19 (PIA 6) — The National Food Authority (NFA) reiterated its call to the public in Western Visayas to be continuously vigilant of the rice they are buying and cooking. This is despite the findings that the so-called “fake rice” found in Davao City and other areas are isolated cases of chemically contaminated sample which may have been results of mishandling and improper storage. The NFA issued an advisory to the public […]
QUEZON City, Philippines, August 19 (Eagle News) — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has started releasing its new driver’s license card. According to LTO Spokesman Jason Salvador the new license cards are now available in the 18 LTO offices in the National Capital Region and will also be available in the Regional levels on Monday and all other offices nationwide on September 15, 2015. (Eagle News Service Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
QUEZON City, Philippines, August 19 (Eagle News) — The Commission on Election (COMELEC) urged the delisted voters to apply for reactivation of their registration records for them to be able to vote again in the 2016 election. Today, almost one million voters were removed from the official voters list. According to the COMELEC, most of the voters removed from the list were those who failed to vote in two consecutive elections. COMELEC also said that […]
MANILA, Philippines, August 19 — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) warns the agency’s internal and external stakeholders of unscrupulous individual or individuals who they claim to be or directly connected to the DPWH Secretary and other Senior Officials. Secretary Rogelio L. Singson has received several reports from the field that unscrupulous individuals are calling Regional Directors and District Engineers to facilitate inclusion of projects in the DPWH Infrastructure Program, in particular a […]
MANILA, Philippines, August 19 — Labor and Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz yesterday urged the country’s private employers and businesses to abide by the pay rules for their employees in observance of the Ninoy Aquino Day and in celebration of the National Heroes Day on 21 and 31 August, respectively. President Benigno S. Aquino III’s Proclamation No. 831, Series of 2014 declared 21 and 31 August as special (non-working) day and regular holiday, respectively. “Proper observance […]
MAKATI, Aug. 19 — The Bureau of Investments (BOI) is set to launch today its One Window Network or OWN project, a cloud based web portal and mobile application system that enables investors to lodge queries and concerns online, as well as access a databank of information related to business and investments. The project also includes a system that can track and monitor the real time status of investor’s inquiry and concerns using personal computers or smart phones. […]
MANILA, Philippines, August 19 (Eagle News) — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has clarified that an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) was one of those who were only injured during the massive blast in Thailand’s Bangkok downtown. Meanwhile, DFA Spokesperson Charles Jose refused to reveal the identity of the Filipina upon the request of the victim. According to the reports, the OFW had sustained an ear injury due to the deadly blast. (Eagle News Service) […]
DUMAGUETE CITY, August 19 (PIA) – Lactating mothers should avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and using illegal drugs to ensure the safety of their child while they are breastfeeding. This is a reminder from breastfeeding experts and advocates here during a Kapihan forum on the importance of breastfeeding. According to Hilda Torres, breastfeeding program coordinator of the Integrated Provincial Health Office (IPHO), breastfeeding mothers should avoid vices such as smoking or drinking alcohol because its harmful contents can affect infants through […]
(Eagle News) — President Aquino asked the public to study the platforms of the various candidates for the 2016 elections, and at the same time urged the people to choose a leader who will continue the government’s conditional cash transfer program. The President said this during the Jesse Robredo Day Multi-Sectoral Forum held in Naga City, Camarines Sur province to commemorate the third death anniversary of the former interior secretary, The President’s project, conditional cash […]
Bicolanos could expect an operational railway service by 2021, once the P170.7-billion South Line of the North-South Railway Project (NSRP) is completed, according to Transportation and Communications Secretary Joseph Emilio Abaya. Secretary Abaya, who accompanied President Benigno S. Aquino III in Naga City, Camarines Sur province for the 3rd death anniversary of former Interior Secretary Jessie Robredo, said the pre-qualification process will be held this October for those interested to bid for the 600-kilometer South […]
MANILA, Philippines, August 18 (Eagle News) — According to the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), telecommunications companies are now obliged to include in their advertisement the average speed of their internet speed through a current memorandum-circular. Studies show that the Philippines has the second-slowest internet speed in Asia and the 62nd most expensive internet charge. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MANILA, Philippines, August 18 (Eagle News) — The Senate approved the proposed Php 2, 000 increase of the SSS monthly pension in a hearing conducted by the Senate Committee on Government Corporations and Private Enterprises despite the allegations of the SSS that their fund will run out by 2029. Senator Cynthia Villar responded that the SSS should implement a more efficient collection system. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
