The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced that the “no work, no pay” rule will apply on October 31, declared a special non-working day under Proclamation No. 727. In its labor advisory, DOLE said employees who choose not to work will not receive pay for the day, “unless there is a favorable company policy,…
Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)–Roxas District Jail commemorated Undas on Thursday night by lighting candles and offering prayers for their departed loved ones.BJMP Mimaropa spokesperson JO3 Joefrie Anglo said the activity gave inmates a chance to reflect, remember, and honor their loved ones despite being confined.“Even…
The Philippine Navy (PN) on Thursday denied claims that controversial Senate witness Orly Guteza is under the custody or protection of the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC). PN spokesperson Capt. Marissa Arlene Martinez clarified that Guteza had retired from the Marines on June 30, 2020, and is no longer under the Navy’s administrative authority. “As a…
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Thursday expressed full support for the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), Department of Health (DOH), and Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) in their joint efforts to simplify healthcare services and strengthen the Zero Balance Billing policy. Speaking at the 2025 Health Forum in Marco Polo Ortigas, Hontiveros commended the agencies for advancing…
An official of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) is calling for the revival of the true spirit of “All Hallows’ Eve,” reminding the faithful of its original meaning as a holy evening of prayer rather than a celebration of horror. Bishop Renato Mayugba, chairperson of the CBCP Office for the Postulation of…
More than 4,000 police officers and personnel from various government agencies will be deployed across Pangasinan to ensure safety during the observance of All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days from October 31 to November 2. Capt. Aileen Catugas, spokesperson of the Pangasinan Police Provincial Office (PPO), said 1,825 are police officers, 574 come from agencies…
The Philippines, through the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), wrapped up a highly successful participation at the 2025 Internationale Tourismus Börse (ITB) Asia, generating more than PHP 600 million in confirmed and potential sales leads. The prestigious three-day travel trade event was held from October 15 to 17 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in…
The municipal government of Currimao, Ilocos Norte has released ₱300,000 in cash assistance for its first batch of college graduates preparing for their board examinations. Mayor Edward Quilala, joined by members of the Municipal Council, personally distributed ₱10,000 each to 30 board exam takers after the town’s flag-raising ceremony attended by the beneficiaries. Vice Mayor…
CEBU CITY — The Department of Tourism (DOT) has assured travelers that Cebu remains safe, accessible, and ready to welcome visitors despite the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck the province last September. All scheduled tourism events and activities will proceed as planned, signaling a strong vote of confidence in the island’s recovery and resilience. Tourism…
The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) on Monday assured the public that Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla is in good health and fully capable of performing his duties. In a statement, Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano clarified that Remulla’s recent statements about his health during a television forum referred to past medical conditions. Remulla earlier revealed that…