ACT-CIS Party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo (Facebook) Deputy Majority Leader and ACT-CIS Party-list Rep. Erwin Tulfo clarified on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 16 that there were no discussions of an impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte within the House leadership. Tulfo was reacting to statements made by Deputy Minority Leader ACT Teachers …
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DOH unveils 2023 Covid-19 laboratory network recognition ceremony
To recognize the outstanding achievements and dedication of the laboratory network in combating the Covid-19 pandemic, the Department of Health (DOH) unveiled plans for the 2023 Covid-19 Laboratory Network Recognition Ceremony. Photo from DOH Scheduled to take place on Dec. 1, the ceremony is poised to mark a pivotal moment …
Read More »Magnitude 6.7 quake shakes southern Philippines
Robinson Gen.San after the Magnitude 6.7 earthquake (Photo courtesy: Mindanao Weather Update ) This handout photo obtained on November 17, 2023 from the facebook page of Shaira Ann Sandigan-Rodrigo, shows a damaged ceiling at a shopping mall in General Santos City in South Cotabato after a strong magnitude 6.7 earthquake …
Read More »Philippines embraces nuclear energy as US signs cooperation pact
Philippines Presdient Ferdinand Marcos Jr delivers remarks during the Philippines 123 Signing Ceremony during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Week in San Francisco, California, on November 16, 2023. The APEC Summit takes place through November 17. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 17, 2023 (AFP) …
Read More »Funding for 80 infraprojects eyed via MIF
Marcos woos potential Maharlika Fund investors, touts high return to financiers at APEC sidelines At least 80 infrastructure projects can be funded through the Philippines’ first sovereign wealth fund, the Maharlika InvestmentFund (MIF), President Marcos told potential investors at the Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) in San Francisco Thursday. In his …
Read More »China will not fight a war with any country, Xi says
FRIENDS AGAIN? US President Joe Biden (right) and Chinese President Xi Jinping walk together after a meeting during the APEC Leaders’ Week in Woodside, California on Wednesday. The leaders of the world’s largest economies talked for at least three hours at the Filoli country estate on the city’s outskirts. AFP …
Read More »Dismantle illicit structures in WPS, DFA urges Beijing
The Philippines on Thursday asked China to dismantle all illegal structures, cease reclamations and be accountable for environmental damage in the West Philippine Sea. In a statement, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the regular resupply missions to Ayungin Shoal located within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone are legitimate …
Read More »Nebrija suspended; MMDA chief apologizes personally to Revilla over EDSA busway issue
Task Force Special Operations (TFSO) chief Edison “Bong” Nebrija will no longer be seen on the streets starting Thursday, November 16 as he will be under preventive suspension after the bus lane incident that involved the name of Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. speaks with …
Read More »PRC sets in-person oathtaking of new optometrists
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Wednesday, Nov. 15 the date and venue for the in-person mass oathtaking ceremony for new optometrists. Photo credit to PRC In a Facebook post, PRC said the oathtaking ceremony will be on Dec. 4 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay …
Read More »PRC removes Calapan testing center for December 2023 chemical technicians licensure exam
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on Wednesday, Nov. 15 announced the removal of the testing location in Calapan for the December 2023 Chemical Technicians Licensure Examination (CTLE). Photo credit to PRC/Manila Bulletin In an advisory, PRC urged all concerned to email the Licensure Office at licensure.office1@prc.gov.ph for queries and clarifications. …
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