SBMA cited for upcycling program in DENR environment summit

CLARK FREEPORT — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) in Central Luzon has recognized the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) for its successful programs in waste management and upcycling. The DENR-EMB presented the recognition to the SBMA Ecology Center during the Environmental Summit 2024 held on June 28 at the Widus… Read More SBMA cited for upcycling program in DENR environment summit

AFP demands P60M from China over damage losses in Ayungin clash

By Priam Nepomuceno | July 4, 2024 MANILA (PNA) – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday said it has demanded PHP60 million from China as payment for the equipment damage and losses incurred from the China Coast Guard’s (CCG) harassment of Manila’s rotation and resupply mission for Filipino troops in the Ayungin Shoal… Read More AFP demands P60M from China over damage losses in Ayungin clash

FedEx signs agreement to expand Philippine gateway in Clark

MANILA, | July 4, 2024 – Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has signed an agreement with Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD), operator and manager of Clark International Airport, to expand and upgrade the company’s gateway in Clark, Pampanga. The new facility is set to offer enhanced capabilities that… Read More FedEx signs agreement to expand Philippine gateway in Clark

DOH chief: Changing agency name costly but necessary

By Sarwell Meniano | July 4, 2024 TACLOBAN CITY – Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Ted Herbosa said Thursday changing the name of their agency will be costly, but it is necessary to emphasize both illness and wellness. Speaking to reporters during the Lab for All medical services here, Herbosa said it is high time to… Read More DOH chief: Changing agency name costly but necessary

DBM hopes Congress okays P70B salary hike budget for gov’t workers 

By Liza Agoot | July 4, 2024 BAGUIO CITY (PNA) – Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman is hopeful that lawmakers will approve of the PHP70-billion allocation for the salary increase of state workers in the proposed 2025 national budget. In a press conference at the sidelines of the inauguration of Department of Budget and Management-Cordillera Administrative Region… Read More DBM hopes Congress okays P70B salary hike budget for gov’t workers