Lacson says 2027 budget hearing with CSOs is ‘a big paradox’

Inquirer.net - Oct 26, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo Lacson on Monday described the 2027 budget consultation with civil society organization (CSO) representatives as “a big paradox.” “After hearing all the grievances and problems, you can’t help but ask, ‘Is there still hope for this country?” Lacson said. “On the other hand, after hearing their passion and their respective

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Laguna de Bay water level continues to fall amid El Niño

Oct 26, 2026

Laguna de Bay water level continues to fall amid El Niño

LUCENA CITY — Laguna de Bay’s water level continues to decline due to prevailing dry conditions associated with El Niño, falling to 12.08 meters on Monday, according to the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA). In an advisory, the LLDA said the lake’s water level was down from 12.18 meters recorded on Oct. 21. The agency

Bulacan agri sector needs P500M to prepare for Super El Niño

Oct 26, 2026

Bulacan agri sector needs P500M to prepare for Super El Niño

CITY OF MALOLOS—Bulacan’s agriculture sector needs P500 million to mitigate the effects and anticipated damages of a Super El Niño on the province’s farmlands, according to Bulacan experts in a report.    Gloria Carillo, Bulacan agriculture officer, asked for the allotment of P511,909,400  to cushion the brunt of El Niño on rice production, high-value crops

Isabela State U-Echague bans vaping inside campus

Oct 26, 2026

Isabela State U-Echague bans vaping inside campus

MANILA, Philippines – The Isabela State University (ISU) – Echague reminded its constituents that vaping inside the campus is strictly prohibited. “Violations of this policy are classified as major offenses and may result in disciplinary actions as outlined in the University Student Manual,” the Office of Student Affairs and Services said. It pointed out in

Claire Castro vows to be bolder in fight vs fake news, destabilizers

Oct 26, 2026

Claire Castro vows to be bolder in fight vs fake news, destabilizers

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer Claire Castro on Monday said she will become bolder in defending the Marcos administration from fake news peddlers and destabilizers. She made the remarks following Presidential Communications Office Acting Secretary Lino Cayeteno’s support of her “combative style” in defending the administration and countering attacks against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. READ: Claire

Palace: P50M bounty vs Dela Rosa not from Marcos

Oct 26, 2026

Palace: P50M bounty vs Dela Rosa not from Marcos

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. did not order the P50-million bounty for the arrest of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, which the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) issued under their mandates, the Palace said Monday. According to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, Interior Secretary

4H framework: DepEd issues proactive Super El Niño protocols

Oct 26, 2026

4H framework: DepEd issues proactive Super El Niño protocols

MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara has issued comprehensive proactive guidelines to help schools prepare for a strong to very strong El Niño, which the state weather service predicts will persist through mid-2027. “We cannot afford to wait until extreme heat hits before we act. Our plan this year is proactive, deliberate, and organized,”

BSP disqualifies 5 unregistered money service businesses

Oct 26, 2026

BSP disqualifies 5 unregistered money service businesses

MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has disqualified five money service businesses operating without prior registration, barring their owners from running other sole proprietorships as well. The Monetary Board, the BSP’s policy-making body, named Shara-P Money Changing Services and Downtown Money Changer among the five entities disqualified for operating without the central bank’s

Landbank backs CREC solar projects with P11.7B loan

Oct 26, 2026

Landbank backs CREC solar projects with P11.7B loan

MANILA, Philippines — The state-run Land Bank of the Philippines is putting nearly P12 billion behind five solar projects by Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) in Batangas as it expands its solar footprint nationwide. In a statement, the state-run lender said it provided P11.68 billion to CREC, which forms part of a P35.014-billion syndicated project finance

DTI: No price hikes on basic necessities until Dec. 31

Oct 26, 2026

DTI: No price hikes on basic necessities until Dec. 31

MANILA, Philippines — As Filipino consumers prepare for Undas and the Christmas and New Year holidays, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said prices of 190 monitored basic necessities and prime commodities will not increase until Dec. 31, 2026, assuring the public that supplies of the listed products remain sufficient nationwide. In a statement

Home Secretary vows to leave 'no stone unturned' as she announces independent review of Henry Nowak murder amid 'two-tier policing' claims

Oct 26, 2026

Home Secretary vows to leave 'no stone unturned' as she announces independent review of Henry Nowak murder amid 'two-tier policing' claims

The Home Secretary told the Commons former Tory Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk will lead a 'rapid', two-part inquiry into the case.

Wheelchair-bound amputee, 71, with one leg is FINALLY handed blue parking badge - as council criticised for asking him to provide more evidence of his mobility in case he 'could run a marathon'

Oct 26, 2026

Wheelchair-bound amputee, 71, with one leg is FINALLY handed blue parking badge - as council criticised for asking him to provide more evidence of his mobility in case he 'could run a marathon'

Amputee Nigel Ward, 71, was rejected twice for a blue badge renewal despite being approved for one when he lost his left leg three years ago.

Jittery venues nuke Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign tour as backlash swells over estranged mom ad

Oct 26, 2026

Jittery venues nuke Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign tour as backlash swells over estranged mom ad

Venues are reportedly opting out of hosting events for Ohio Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy.

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