Vietnamese fishing vessels in WPS increasing in number

As if constant harassment from the China coast guard were not enough, Filipino fisherfolk now have to deal with the increasing number of Vietnamese fishermen who go about their business in and around Bajo de Masinloc or Panatag Shoal without getting confronted or chased away by the Chinese.

Computer wiz set to become Ist saint of millennial generation

A London-born Italian teenager who spent his short life spreading his faith online, earning the moniker “God’s Influencer,” will become the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint.

Villar adds more teeth to law protecting agri sector

The hardships being suffered by Filipino farmers and consumers due to cartels, hoarding, profiteering and other corrupt practices will soon be stopped as the AntiAgricultural Economic Sabotage Act is closer to becoming a law.

Solaire Resort North to further boost tourism

In a further boost to the country’s tourism industry and to business in general, President Marcos yesterday led the inauguration of the Solaire Resort North in Quezon City, the second Solaire-branded leisure and entertainment center.

'Aghon' raises storm signals, halts sea travel

Tropical depression Aghon was forecast to intensify into a tropical storm and make landfall over parts of Quezon province this morning, according to the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

'Don't be a sore loser, accept divorce bill'

Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman yesterday described as “sore losers” those who continue to question the newly approved House Bill (HB) 9349 or the Absolute Divorce Act.

BBM reappoints bypassed DMW head

President Marcos has reappointed Hans Leo Cacdac as ad interim secretary of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) after the Commission on Appointments (CA) deferred his confirmation because of lack of time.

BSP to propose law vs illegal money service firms

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is set to propose legislation against illegally operating money service businesses (MSBs) and nonbank financial institutions (NBFIs) who are not registered with the central bank.

Domestic trade expands 47% to P390 B in Q1

The value of commodities traded within the country posted a double-digit growth in the first quarter, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

AIIB approves P64-B loan for Bataan-Cavite bridge

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is extending up to P64 billion in loans to fund the construction of the Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge (BCIB) project and enhance connectivity in the Greater Manila Area.

Gov't steps up spending in April

The government increased its releases of cash allocations and state agencies were able to improve their spending rate as of April, latest data from the Department of Budget and Management DBM) showed.

GIN KINGS, BOLTS ON EVEN GROUND

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Israel launches deadly Gaza strikes

Israel launched devastating air strikes on Gaza Thursday, while also expressing readiness to resume stalled talks on a truce and hostage release deal with Hamas to pause the war.

China war drills test ability to seize Taiwan

BEIJING (AFP) - Chinese warships and fighter jets surrounded Taiwan yesterday in the second day of drills that Beijing said were testing its ability to seize the self-ruled island, days after its new president was sworn in.

Ombudsman suspends Nueva Ecija governor

Amid probe on issuance of 205 illegal quarry permits

PDEA warns vs ‘magic mushrooms'

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) yesterday cautioned the public against the use, sale and distribution of “magic mushrooms,” which are being promoted by social media influencers for their supposed therapeutic benefits.

Senate ratifies bill amending gov't procurement reform law

The Senate has ratified a bill amending the government procurement reform law, one of the priority measures of the Marcos administration.

Marcos reminds troops to block any power grab

In another talk with troops on Thursday, President Marcos reminded them of their mission to thwart any attempt to topple the government “for whatever reason.”

487,000 affected by power interruptions - Meralco

Almost half a million residents suffered power interruptions last Thursday due to power supply deficiency in the Luzon grid, according to the Manila Electric Co.

Ex-PDEA agent Morales released from Senate detention

Jonathan Morales – the dismissed Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) agent who linked President Marcos to drug use – was released from detention in time for the Senate’s session break.

Toll rebate for agri trucks begins June 1

Trucks transporting agricultural products will be exempted from toll rate increases and receive rebates starting June 1.

Gibo: Chinese rules vs SCS 'trespassers' a provocation

China’s warning to detain foreign “trespassers” in what it considers its territorial seas is a provocation, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro said yesterday.

Misuari convicted of graft over ghost purchases

The Sandiganbayan has sentenced Moro National Liberation Front founding chairman Nur Misuari to 12 to 16 years in prison over the purchase of P77.26 million worth of non-existent information technology (IT) educational materials during his term as governor of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) in 2001.

China 'monster' ship intrudes Phl waters

World's largest coast guard ship spotted near Panatag

Signals up, flights canceled as Aghon intensifies

Several flights were canceled while sea trips were suspended by port authorities yesterday as Tropical Depression Aghon gained strength and continued to bring heavy rains and severe winds over the country’s eastern seaboard.

Duterte son seeks probe of EJKS in past 25 years

Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte wants Congress to investigate extrajudicial killings (EJKs) and human rights abuses in the country over the past 25 years.

BBM set to visit Brunei, Singapore

President Marcos is expected to advance the country’s position in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) when he addresses top military officials and experts from different parts of the world in Singapore next week, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said yesterday.

DMCI, EEI bag P5.1-B contracts for Cavitex links

The Metro Pacific Group has awarded P5.09 billion in contracts to build connector roads for the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) to D.M. Consunji Inc.

Trade fair generates 165 M export sales

Over $165 million worth of export sales were generated at the country's international food trade exhibition held earlier this month, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said.

Vista Land spending P30 B this year

The Villar Group's listed property developer has earmarked P30 billion this year to boost its residential offering and expand its land bank.