TINATAYANG aabot sa P366 milyong halaga ng ibat-ibang uri ng hinihinalang smugged luxury cars ang nakumpiska ng Bureau of Customs sa isinagawang operasyon nito sa isang car showroom sa Makati City kasabay ng pagdiriwang ng Araw ng mga Puso.
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BOC CONFISCATES SMUGGLED HIGH-END VEHICLES
The Bureau of Customs , Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service – Manila International Container Port (CIIS-MICP), led by Chief Alvin Enciso, conducted an inspection and seized luxury vehicles suspected of being smuggled into the country without proper payment of duties and taxes. The operation took place in Makati City on Monday, February 17.
DBP welcomes new director
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has welcomed the newest member of its Board of Directors — Eddie Abel C. Dorotan, a seasoned banker with over 20 years of vast experience in the areas of investment banking, capital markets, as well as commercial and corporate banking.
Gatchalian seeks continued, stronger crackdown vs. online sexual abuse, exploitation of children
Amid the observance of National Awareness Week for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation, Senator Win Gatchalian is calling for a continued and stronger crackdown on online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC).
SPECIAL JURY HIGHLIGHTS THE ARAW VALUES AWARDS PLATINUM JUDGING
The Araw Values Awards proudly highlights the prestigious Special Jury behind the selection of the Platinum Winner from our Gold awardees at the Araw Values Awards Platinum Judging held last January 15.
POLL SURVEYS AND VOTER BEHAVIOR
Poll surveys have long played a big role in shaping public opinion and guiding election campaigns, both in the Philippines and other countries. These surveys, often used by candidates, political advisors, and the media, provide a quick view of voter preferences. But the question is—how reliable are these surveys in accurately reflecting voter behavior, and how much do they actually influence voters?
H.E.L.P. Pilipinas: Ang Pananaw ni Dr. Mildred Vitangcol Para sa Mas Malusog at Matatag na Bansa
Sa isang bayang minsan ay hikahos sa maayos na serbisyong pangkalusugan, edukasyon, at kabuhayan, inialay ni Dr. Mildred V. Vitangcol ang kanyang buhay upang magbigay ng solusyon.
Ben&Ben’s new single “Tomorrow With You” arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day
Ben&Ben celebrates the season of love with the release of their heartwarming new single, “Tomorrow With You,” now available via Sony Music Entertainment.
Port of San Fernando District Collector Barte Jr. Receives Plaque of Recognition
Collection District I, Port of San Fernando District Collector Segundo Sigmundfreud Z. Barte Jr. accepts the Plaque of Recognition from Department of Finance Usec. Charlito Mendoza and Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Y. Rubio for its significant contribution in the achievement of the Bureau’s 2024 collection target, and its earnest commitment to fulfill the agency core mandates of revenue collection, trade facilitation and border protection.
Pag-IBIG Fund Helps 90,000 Members Gain Homes with P130B in Housing Loans Released in 2024
More Filipino workers realized their dream of homeownership in 2024 as Pag-IBIG Fund released P129.73 billion in home loans to finance the purchase and construction of 90,616 homes for its members, officials announced Wednesday, Feb. 12.
PAGTATAYO NG PINAKAMALAKING PHARMACY WAREHOUSE SA MAYNILA SISIMULAN NA
SISIMULAN na ang pagtatayo ng pinakalamaking pharmacy warehouse para sa Lungsod ng Maynila, matapos ang isinagawang ground breaking ceremony na ginanap sa Pandacan kahapon, Pebrero 12.
SA PAGSISIMULA NG CAMPAIGN PERIOD, ABP PARTYLIST NAGSAGAWA NG MOTORCADE RALLY
Nagsagawa ng isang makasaysayang kick-off motorcade rally ang isang grupo ng party-list na kumakatawan sa mga fire at rescue volunteers sa buong Pilipinas kaninang umaga, na nagsimula sa harap ng Bureau of Immigration sa Intramuros, Maynila.
Mga deboto ni Sta. Marta, galit sa paggamit ng pagoda sa politika; Lino at Fille Cayetano, binatikos
INULAN nang batikos sina dating Taguig Mayor Lino Cayetano at kanyang asawang si Fille Cainglet-Cayetano, matapos umanong gawing entablado ng pulitika ang sagradong tradisyon ng Pagoda sa Daan para kay Santa Marta.
Pagdinig ng Impeachment Court sa Reklamo Laban Kay VP Duterte, Pagkatapos na ng SONA Sisimulan – Escudero
TAHASANG sinabi ni Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero na pagkatapos na ng ikat-apat na State of the Nation Address (SONA) ni Pangulong Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., sisimulan ng impeachment court ang pagdinig sa reklamong inihain laban kay Vice President Sara Duterte.
Silka: Cares for your Skin, Cares for the Earth
Manila, Philippines – Silka, a beloved Filipino beauty brand, is setting a new standard for eco-friendly skincare. At the “Silka: Cares for Your Skin, Cares for the Earth” event held on January 23, 2025, at Watsons Robinsons Manila, Silka introduced a product that redefines skincare and environmental responsibility.
“Mas magaan ang trabaho kung ini-enjoy natin” – Mayor Honey Lacuna
NANAWAGAN si Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna sa lahat ng mga opisyal at kawani ng ibat-ibang departamento ng lungsod na gawin ang tungkulin nang hindi tinitingnan bilang trabaho.
SA DARATING NA ELEKSYON, PUMILI NG TAMA AT MAHUSAY NA KANDIDATO – BELGICA
Nanawagan si Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) Greco Belgica sa taumbayan na pumili ng tama at mahusay na kandidato na iluluklok sa pwesto sa darating na May 12, 2025 elections.
Supporters, Volunteers Nagkaisa Para sa 1Munti Partylist
MAHIGIT sa 300 na mga bata at kanilang mga magulang ang nabigyan ng tulong sa “Batang Juan Caravan” na inorganisa ng 1Munti Partylist nitong Lunes, February 10, sa San Dionisio Old Gym, Parañaque City.
AFP AND PNP’S SUCCESSFUL OPERATION IN TAGUM CITY
The successful operation in Tagum City on January 31, 2025, is a powerful example of the excellent coordination between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP). This joint effort, which involved several AFP and PNP units, demonstrated how their combined strength can effectively maintain peace and security, especially with the upcoming elections in mind.
KOKO NILAMPASO SA SURVEY SI MARCY TEODORO SA PAGKA-KONGRESISTA NG DISTRITO UNO NG MARIKINA
MARIKINA CITY — Base sa pinakabagong survey ng Pulso ng Marikenyos na isinagawa mula Disyembre 14, 2024 hanggang Enero 30, 2025, lumalabas na si Koko Pimentel ng Nacionalista Party ang nangunguna sa laban para sa pagka-kongresista ng Unang Distrito ng Marikina.
Jesus Miracle Crusade International Ministry walang iiendorsong pulitiko sa kanilang Golden Anniversary
NAKATAKDANG magdiwang ng kanilang 50th Church Anniversary at Revival Crusade ang Jesus Miracle Crusade International Ministry (JMCIM) sa darating na Linggo, na gaganapin sa Quirino Grandstand sa Luneta Park, Maynila.
Port of Batangas lumampas sa target na koleksyon, nagtala ng ₱444-M sobra para sa Enero 2025
Naabot ng Port of Batangas (POB) ang una nitong pangunahing layunin ngayong taon, matapos malampasan ang itinakdang target na kolektahin para sa Enero 2025.
HIGIT P128-M NG NAKAW NA KRUDO NAKUMPISKA NG CUSTOMS
TINATAYANG nasa P128 milyon halaga ng smuggled fuels ang nasamsam ng mga tauhan ng Bureau of Customs (BOC) mula sa isang motor tanker at ilang lorry truck na sangkot umano sa “paihi” modus sa Subukin Port sa San Juan, Batangas nitong Martes, Pebrero 4, 2025.
RENEWAL OF IBC-13 FRANCHISE
The Senate will soon finally approve House Bill No. 6505, which seeks to extend the franchise of Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation (IBC-13) for an additional 25 years. This renewal not only strengthens the network’s operational foundation but also sets the stage for its eventual privatization. IBC-13, once owned by Roberto S. Benedicto and later sequestered by the Corazon Aquino administration, has long struggled with financial instability and mismanagement. With the franchise renewal on the horizon, however, the network is poised for modernization and a significant increase in market value.
SENATE APPROVES FIXED TERM FOR COAST GUARD COMMANDANT
The Senate has approved House Bill No. 10841 on Third Reading, which aims to fix the term of office for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant. This measure seeks to enhance the leadership stability of the agency, aligning with the country’s need to address growing maritime security challenges amidst rising geopolitical tensions.
Pag-IBIG Fund Launches “1 Plus 1 Raffle Promo” to Bring in More OFWs, Self-Employed Members
Pag-IBIG Fund has rolled out the “Pag-IBIG 1 Plus 1 Raffle Promo,” an initiative aimed at encouraging more Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), self-employed individuals, online sellers and informal sector workers to register as members and save with Pag-IBIG Fund. Running until Nov. 30, 2025, the promo rewards active Pag-IBIG Fund mnembers who successfully register members from these sectors, enabling the agency’s programs and services to benefit more Filipinos.
Project Saysay: Uplifting Communities One Birthday at a Time
MARIVELES, Bataan — Launched in January 2023, Project Saysay, an AboitizPower (AP) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, empowers employees of AP subsidiaries GNPower Mariveles (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin (GNPD) to celebrate their birthdays by giving back to their host communities.
AboitizPower subsidiaries continue ‘MediKalinga’ in Sitio Dinginin
MARIVELES, Bataan – In a continued effort to improve the health and well-being of its host communities, AboitizPower subsidiaries GNPower Mariveles (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin (GNPD) recently conducted another successful ‘MediKalinga’ mission in Sitio Dinginin, Barangay Alas-asin, on January 28, 2025.
Pag-IBIG Fund named among GCG’s Top Performing Government Firms for Good Governance
Pag-IBIG Fund was recognized as one of the top performing government owned companies by the Governance Commission of GOCCs (GCG) in an awards ceremony held in Pasay City recently.
Kahalagahan ng matagal at mabuting relasyon ng Maynila at Chi-Fil community, binigyang-diin ni Mayor Lacuna
BINIGYANG-diin ni Mayor Honey Lacuna ang kahalagahan ng matagal at mabuting relasyon ng Lungsod ng Maynila at mga miyembro ng Chinese -Filipino community, matapos niyang ipahayag nang may pagmamalaki na sinimulan na ng kabisera ng bansa ang kick-off activities sa pagdiriwang ng Chinese New Year celebration sa pamamagitan ng lighting of the Prosperity Tree or Money Tree sa Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz nitong Biyernes, January 24, 2025.
