By Teofilo Garcia Jr. ZAMBOANGA CITY, July 3 (PNA) -– One hundred twenty-six houses were destroyed while a fisherman was reported missing as a result of inclement weather condition since Thursday in…
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President Aquino issues EO 185 modifying tariff rates on environmental goods
MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has issued Executive Order 185, modifying tariff rates on certain imported products, particularly environmental goods, as part of the country’s commitment to…
Catholic church officials offer prayers and assistance to the victims of Ormoc sea mishap
MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — Catholic Church officials are offering prayers for the 45 people who perished in a sea mishap off Ormoc City on Thursday. At the same time, Bishop Broderick…
Petrasanta pleads CA to stop enforcement of Ombudman’s dismissal order against him
By Perfecto T. Raymundo MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — Chief Supt. Raul Petrasanta, one of the frontrunners for the next Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, on Friday asked the Court of Appeals…
Update: TS ‘Egay’ maintains strength and speed while heading closer to extreme N. Luzon
MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — Tropical storm “Egay” has maintained its strength and speed while moving closer to extreme Northern Luzon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)…
Continuous fuel supply during disaster, assured by oil firms
MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — Shortage in fuel supply will not be a problem in case a disaster strikes as the oil companies committed to ensure fuel is available during critical period….
President Aquino orders intensified search, rescue efforts in Ormoc sea mishap
MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has instructed government agencies to intensify the search and rescue operations after a sea vessel capsized near Ormoc City in Leyte province…
PHL’s case before arbitral tribunal aims to resolve WPS in peaceful manner – Palace
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, July 3 (PNA) – Malacanang on Friday reiterated that the Philippines’ decision to bring its case before the arbitral tribunal is in line with the country’s commitment…
Contaminants found in fake rice sample
By Cielito M. Reganit MANILA, July 3 (PNA) — The Food Development Center (FDC) of the National Food Authority (NFA) on Friday said that laboratory tests showed that the rice sample from…
Update: TD ‘Egay’ gains strength, speed –PAGASA
MANILA, July 2 (PNA) — Tropical depression “Egay” gained strength and speed while moving northwest over the Philippine Sea toward extreme Luzon on Thursday afternoon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and…
PAL won’t tolerate misuse of Mabuhay Miles cards
By Azer N. Parrocha MANILA, July 2 (PNA) — Following a series of reported cases of unwarranted loyalty card usage by phony card owners, Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has warned its…
Palace disputes Vice President Binay’s allegations of inefficiency
MANILA, July 2 (PNA) — Malacañang on Thursday refuted Vice President Jejomar Binay’s claim that the present administration has failed the Filipino people. During the launch of his political party on Wednesday,…
Red Cross prepares for the rainy season
MANILA, July 1 (PNA) — With the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s declaration of the onset of the rainy season last June, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has undertaken measures…
PhilHealth: ‘We have halted payments for eye facilities with questionable claims’
By Leilani S. Junio MANILA, July 1 (PNA) — The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) said on Wednesday it has suspended payments for reimbursement of two eye care facilities that are currently…
PNP mulling charges vs VP Binay
By Christopher Lloyd T. Caliwan MANILA, July 1 (PNA) — The Philippine National Police will supports the filing of charges before the Office of the Ombudsman against Vice President Jejomar Binay during…