MATI, Davao Oriental, June 14 (PNA) — After nearly three years of intensive rehabilitation, the Philippine eagle named ‘Pamana’ was released back into the wild on Friday. Led by the Philippine Eagle…
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Palace says decommisioning of Moro Rebel Forces, weapons due on Tuesday
MANILA, June 14 (PNA) — The Palace said on Sunday that the decommissioning of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front’s (MILF) forces and weapons is due on Tuesday (June 16) in Sharrif Aquak,…
BSP eyes national payment system by 2018
By Joann Santiago MANILA, June 14 (PNA) — A national payment system that will unify transactions from banks, mobile phones and other channels is targeted for the Philippines by 2018. Pia Roman-Tayag,…
No deployment ban in South Korea – POEA
By Ferdinand G. Patinio MANILA, June 14 (PNA) — The government has yet to order a ban on the deployment of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in South Korea despite the more than…
Comelec will no longer hold plebiscites starting Aug. 1 to concentrate in preparing for 2016 polls
MANILA, June 14 (PNA) — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will no longer hold plebiscites starting Aug. 1, 2015 in view of the preparations for the May 9, 2016 national and local…
Bangsamoro needs competent leaders to achieve genuine development, says official
MANILA, June 13 (PNA) — Bringing lasting peace and change in Mindanao is not only about money that the national government pours into the region but the quality of leaders being elected…
AFP coordinates with PNP to ensure peace and order during 117th Independence Day celebrations
MANILA, June 11 (PNA) — With the nation celebrating its 117th Independence Day on Friday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced that its units are coordinating and assisting the Philippine…
MILF to start decommissioning process on June 16
MANILA, June 11 (PNA) — The chief peace negotiators of the Government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) announced Thursday that the MILF is scheduled to undergo the first phase of…
President Aquino assures VP Binay of a credible election in 2016
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, June 11 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III on Thursday said the only support he can give to Vice President Jejomar Binay is the assurance of…
Over 131,000 vacancies available during 2015 Kalayaan Day Job Fair
MANILA, June 11 (PNA) — Labor and Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz on Thursday said that more than 131,000 jobs will be available for job seekers in at least 10 regions in the…
Belmonte admits his best is not good enough to pass economic Cha-cha
By Sammy F. Martin MANILA, June 11 (PNA) — Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr., late Wednesday night decided not to put into a vote his proposed economic Charter Change (Cha-cha) after he failed…
Anti-dynasty bill not meant for Binay – Pimentel
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, June 10 (PNA) – Senator Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III on Wednesday clarified that the anti-dynasty bill is not meant for the Binay clan. ”I think it’s not…
Senate adjourns sine die; highlights landmark bills approved during 2nd regular session
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, June 10 (PNA) -– The Senate may have not approved the controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) before it adjourns sine die on Wednesday but it was able…
President won’t support 4-year term limit with re-election — Palace
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, June 10 (PNA) – Malacanang on Wednesday said President Benigno Aquino III won’t support four-year term limit with re-election for the president. Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda made…
OECD exec calls on PHL gov’t to reconsider Bank Secrecy Law
By Joann Santiago BAGAC, Bataan, June 10 (PNA) — An official of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) urged the Philippine government to reconsider its Bank Secrecy Law. Richard Parry,…