Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said on Friday (Oct. 16) he has ordered a revamp of officials and personnel at the Bureau of Immigration (BI) due to their alleged involvement in the “pastillas” scheme.
May puso rin! Guevarra: DOJ feels for activist whose baby died
The Department of Justice (DOJ) sympathize with political prisoner Reina Mae Nasino amid allegations of double standards in the country’s justice system, assured Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Friday (Oct. 16).
NUPL claims BJMP lied over jailed activist’s plight
The lawyers of political prisoner Reina Mae Nasino told the Manila court that the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) had lied to it.
36 inmates test positive for COVID-19
The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said on Friday (Oct. 16) it has isolated 36 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) after having tested positive for the COVID-19 virus based on rapid tests.
Gross inefficiency: SC fines CA Justices for sitting on 160 cases as RTC magistrate
Court of Appeals (CA) Justice Marilyn Lagura-Yap has been fined by the Supreme Court (SC) equivalent to one year of her salary for failing to decide on 160 cases within the reglementary period during her stint as regional trial court (RTC) judge.
Bumalimbing na! NP vows to work closely with Velasco after ouster of party mate Cayetano
The 44-strong Nacionalista Party (NP) on Thursday pledged to work closely with the new leadership of the House of Representatives in pursuing the legislative priorities of President Rodrigo Duterte.
Mall sales allowed in areas under GCQ, MGCQ – IATF
As part of the gradual reopening of the economy, the government has allowed shopping malls to hold sale events in general community quarantine (GCQ) and modified GCQ areas.
Persons aged 15-65 years old now allowed to leave homes
People aged 15 to 65 are now allowed to go out of their homes, Malacañang announced Friday.
4 digits na lang! COVID-19 response chief notes decrease in active COVID-19 cases
National Policy against Covid-19 chief implementer, Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., on Thursday said active cases are gradually decreasing with the government’s efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
Jobs galore! Bello: DOLE eyeing Europe as alternative market for displaced OFWs
The government is looking at Europe as an alternative market for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who were displaced by the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic.
Rufus Rodriguez wants COA’s budget raised by P1.3B
A lawmaker at the House of Representatives on Thursday sought an increase in the 2021 budget of the Commission on Audit (COA) by PHP1.3 billion.
Lifting of moratorium on WPS exploration will help PH be energy-sufficient – Win
Senator Win Gatchalian on Friday welcomed President Duterte’s decision to lift the moratorium on oil and gas exploration in the West Philippine Sea.
Hontiveros on Baby River: Only heartless can snatch newborn from mother
Only the heartless can snatch a newborn baby away from her mother.
Sabong pwede na! IATF allows cockfighting in MGCQ areas
The national government has approved the operation of licensed cockpits and the conduct of cockfighting activities in areas under modified general community quarantine (MGCQ) or lower, Malacañang announced Friday.
Gatchalian alarmed by low passing rates for teachers’ licensure exams
Senator Win Gatchalian on Friday sounded the alarm on the low passing rates of the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) as he reiterated the need to improve the quality of teacher education and training in the country.
Umpisa Oct. 21: IATF approves non-essential outbound travel
The Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) on Emerging Infectious Diseases has lifted the restriction of non-essential outbound travel of Filipinos starting October 21.
Gov’t eases COVID test requirement for Boracay visitors
Tourists going to Boracay are now required to have a negative RT-PCR test 72 hours prior to their travel to the famous tourist spot.
Early voting for senior citizens, PWDs under ‘new normal rules’ sought in 2022 polls
Party-list Rep. Ronnie Ong has proposed an early voting scheme for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the upcoming national elections as the global coronavirus pandemic is expected to continue to pose health hazards on the said vulnerable sectors.
Ping slams House’s Nov 5 date to transmit 2021 budget bill: Lip service lang ba?
Is the House of Representatives’ description as a “House of the People” mere lip service after all?
Probe into alleged DPWH corruption ‘possible’, says Palace
President Rodrigo Duterte may call for an independent investigation into the corruption allegations inside the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), his spokesman said.
Iwas-tapik! Palace congratulates Villar for Skyway Stage 3 completion
Malacañang congratulated the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the completion of the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3.
Pampalubag loob! Abante willing to let Cayetano become minority leader but…
House minority leader Benny Abante is willing to let ousted House Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano have his post, though he believes the Taguig lawmaker may not be keen on the idea.
Lakas ng star power! Isko Moreno, Tito Sotto lead early Pulse Asia survey of possible VP bets
Thanks perhaps to their strong name recall as showbiz personalities, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno and Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III are on top of voters’ minds as possible contenders for the vice presidency, according to Pulse Asia’s early survey on likely vice presidential contenders.
Poe, Pacquiao dikit! 5 senators dominate Pulse Asia’s presidential survey
Five senators, along with Vice President Leni Robredo, lead Pulse Asia’s presidential survey 20 months before the May 2022 elections.
