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August 8, 2024

W. Visayas headline inflation in July eases at 4.8%

ILOILO CITY: The July inflation rate in Western Visayas slowed down to 4.8 percent from 4.9 percent in June, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Thursday.

At a press conference, Statistical Specialist II Miguel S. Gallego said the infl…

PH’s ODA portfolio reaches $37-B in 2023

MANILA: The Philippines received more than USD37 billion in official development assistance (ODA) loans and grants in 2023.

In the 2023 ODA Portfolio Review Report released on Thursday, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said the …

Gadon: Healthcare system improves under PBBM admin

MANILA: The Marcos administration has made significant strides in improving the country’s healthcare system, Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation Secretary Larry Gadon said Wednesday.

Gadon issued the statement after Vice President Sara Duter…

Manila LGU to implement ‘no apprehension during rush hour’

MANILA: Mayor Honey Lacuna on Thursday ordered the immediate implementation of a “no apprehension during rush hours” policy in the streets of Manila.

In a statement, Lacuna said she gave the order to the new Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) c…

High Speed Hitters triumph over Foxies

MANILA: PLDT High Speed Hitters pulled off a 25-20, 25-23, 25-23 win over Farm Fresh to secure a place in the next round of the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday.

Import Elena Samoilenko…

ASF re-emerges in NegOr town, authorities move to prevent spread

DUMAGUETE CITY: Authorities are scrambling to prevent the spread of African swine fever (ASF) following the detection of new cases in Barangay West Balabag, Valencia town in Negros Oriental, officials said Thursday.

‘The ASF cases in Valencia are a r…

2024 Metrobank Outstanding Filipinos named

MANILA: unsung heroes who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in their public service have been recognized by the Metrobank Foundation as outstanding Filipinos this year.

The Metrobank Foundation honored four teachers, three police officers a…