Dole: Small firms may seek wage hike exemption

Inquirer.net - Sep 29, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Small businesses may seek an exemption from wage increase orders, the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) said Tuesday, Sept. 29. According to Dole, small retail or service establishments with fewer than 10 workers or those affected by “natural calamities or human-induced disasters” may apply for a wage hike exemption. Employers may

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BSP recognizes South Cotabato as ‘outstanding’ Mindanao partner

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KORONADAL CITY — The provincial government of South Cotabato was among six institutions in Mindanao recognized by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) for their contributions to the central bank’s programs and advocacies. The recognition was given during the 2026 Outstanding BSP Stakeholders Appreciation Ceremony held in Davao City on Monday. Aside from South Cotabato,

Adiong: If Baste Duterte’s GenCorp claims true, VP put him in danger

Sep 29, 2026

Adiong: If Baste Duterte’s GenCorp claims true, VP put him in danger

MANILA, Philippines — Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte may have been placed in a precarious position if his claim that he was unaware his sister, Vice President Sara Duterte, had shares in a company that dealt with the local government is true, Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong said. Alonto Adiong said in

Counsel: Estrada to testify in his graft case; Hernandez will be hostile witness

Sep 29, 2026

Counsel: Estrada to testify in his graft case; Hernandez will be hostile witness

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Jinggoy Estrada himself will testify in his graft case trial before the Sandiganbayan Second Division, his counsel told the court during the pretrial proceedings on Tuesday. Estrada’s graft case stemmed from his alleged conspiracy with former Public Works and Highways (DPWH) chief Manuel Bonoan to ensure the inclusion of flood control

Ombudsman gets direct PhilGEPS access to speed up corruption probes

Sep 29, 2026

Ombudsman gets direct PhilGEPS access to speed up corruption probes

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman now has direct access to government procurement records, allowing the anti-graft body to speed up its investigation and prosecution work and prevent corruption. The new arrangement was established through a Data Sharing Agreement (DSA) signed Monday by the Ombudsman and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM),

Climate panel urges schools, agencies to shift schedules for El Niño

Sep 29, 2026

Climate panel urges schools, agencies to shift schedules for El Niño

MANILA, Philippines — The Climate Change Commission (CCC) on Tuesday advised schools and government agencies to shift their schedules ahead of the expected impacts of El Niño in the country. In an interview with Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, Commissioner Albert dela Cruz suggested that schools adjust their schedules as part of local governments’ implementation of their

Firefighters called to Salford blaze as fire damages three vehicles

Sep 29, 2026

Firefighters called to Salford blaze as fire damages three vehicles

Three fire engines arrived at the scene outside an industrial building

Tulfo flags ‘palakasan system’ in NHA housing beneficiary selection

Sep 29, 2026

Tulfo flags ‘palakasan system’ in NHA housing beneficiary selection

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Raffy Tulfo on Tuesday flagged an alleged “palakasan system” (backer system) in the distribution of housing units under the National Housing Authority (NHA). According to the senator, beneficiaries should undergo thorough vetting to ensure that those receiving government housing are qualified. During the Senate committee on finance’s hearing on the proposed

WALANG PASOK: Class suspensions on Sept. 30 due to transport strike

Sep 29, 2026

WALANG PASOK: Class suspensions on Sept. 30 due to transport strike

MANILA, Philippines — In-person classes in some areas and universities were suspended on Wednesday, Sept. 30, due to the continuation of the nationwide transport strike. The following schools and local governments announced the suspension of face-to-face classes: Bicol Region Schools and universities  READ: Piston launches transport strike to stop soaring oil prices, taxes Transport group

Andy Burnham speech RECAP as PM accused of 'repeating the mistakes of Starmer'

Sep 29, 2026

Andy Burnham speech RECAP as PM accused of 'repeating the mistakes of Starmer'

The Prime Minister has addressed proportional representation, the UK's relationship with the EU, the Pension triple lock and other issues during his speech in Liverpool on Tuesday

Andy Burnham just gave the most consequential Labour leader speech in 20 years - he also put a target on his back

Sep 29, 2026

Andy Burnham just gave the most consequential Labour leader speech in 20 years - he also put a target on his back

He had warned the conference that this was a “different kind of speech”. He was not kidding says Rob Williams.

Courtney Meppen-Walter: From future Man City star to tragedy

Sep 29, 2026

Courtney Meppen-Walter: From future Man City star to tragedy

Football clubs have issued statements after his sudden death aged 32

LPA outside PAR may develop into tropical depression within 24 hours

Sep 29, 2026

LPA outside PAR may develop into tropical depression within 24 hours

MANILA, Philippines — A low-pressure area (LPA) being monitored outside the Philippine area of responsibility has a “high” chance of developing into a tropical depression, the state weather bureau said Tuesday. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) weather specialist Benison Estareja said “the LPA was last spotted more than 3,500 kilometers east of

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