MANILA -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday said it would look into reports of illegal and unlawful activities by diplomats. In a statement, the DFA said while foreign diplomats accredited to the Philippines are accorded the necessary liberties to conduct their duties, they are “expected to conduct their diplomatic activities with the highest standards … [Read more...] about DFA to probe alleged illegal activities by diplomatic execs
DA: Allowing NFA to buy, sell rice will stabilize prices
MANILA— The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Saturday reiterated the move to re-allow the National Food Authority (NFA) to buy rice and sell it cheaper would stabilize cost when its retail price is too high. At the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, DA Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Arnel de Mesa said the proposed amendment in the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) is a … [Read more...] about DA: Allowing NFA to buy, sell rice will stabilize prices
Road crash injuries top cause of child deaths in PH
MANILA – Road crash-related injuries remain to be the top cause of death and injuries among children and adolescents and the number continues to increase, the Department of Health said Friday. According to the DOH Online National Electronic Injury Surveillance System, in 2023, 31.1 percent of reported injuries were due to vehicular crashes. The DOH also noted a … [Read more...] about Road crash injuries top cause of child deaths in PH
P136-M irrigation project benefits Davao del Sur farmers
DAVAO CITY – The National Irrigation Administration in Davao Region (NIA-11) on Wednesday handed over a newly completed irrigation project worth PHP136.6 million to an irrigators association in Davao del Sur. The TAKASOTA Irrigators Association (IA) Inc., consisting of 35 farmer-members, will reap the benefits of the Tanwalang Small Irrigation Project in Barangay Tanwalang, … [Read more...] about P136-M irrigation project benefits Davao del Sur farmers
DOJ preparing a legal brief for PBBM for ICC warrants
MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Wednesday announced they will provide President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. with a legal brief on his options if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues a warrant against Filipino nationals. "The Department is now preparing a legal briefer for the President, which will describe to him yung mga options na available sa kanya … [Read more...] about DOJ preparing a legal brief for PBBM for ICC warrants
