Mike Solomon
Traders warned against overpricing during holidays
Speaker Martin Romualdez and Deputy Majority Leader Erwin Tulfo inspected on Monday a public market in Quezon City to ensure that costs of basic commodities remain within the limits of suggested retail prices (SRP) as Filipinos prepare for the holidays, according to a report by Philippine News ...
Police officer in hot water
The police officer who had been charged with firing his handgun during a confrontation with another customer in a bar in Quezon City will remain in the service, pending the decision of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on his appeal for an earlier case, the Philippine Nation...
Crypto Sports Betting: Why is it Becoming so Popular?
It isn’t much of a surprise that crypto is increasingly being used by sports betting fans. After all, the technology, along with the underlying blockchain technology, are taking over in almost all financial spaces – from real estate smart contracts to purchases of everyday items. And whe...
1,484 LGUs have BFP fire stations, fire trucks
Close to 1,500 local government units (LGUs) are now better equipped in case of fire incidents and other emergencies that might require immediate assistance from firefighters and first responders, according to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG). In a news release on Saturday...
43 licensed professionals join PNP ranks
A total of 43 technical professionals were inducted into the Philippine National Police (PNP) Officer Corps on Wednesday under its 2023 Lateral Entry Program, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. administered the oath of office of the 43 newly app...
BOC expects to collect P1 trillion in revenues this year
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is looking to contribute up to P1 trillion to government coffers this year, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing on Monday, BOC spokesperson Vincent Maronilla said these possible additional revenues will come from taxes t...
Gov't seeks to use more local materials for infra projects
The government would increase the purchase of locally manufactured building materials for its infrastructure projects, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. In a statement on Sunday, Malacañang said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. made the directive after his recent meeting...
Your Way to Success: The Must-Knows for Setting up a Business in Asia
Are you looking for innovative business opportunities? Expanding your brand globally? Look no further than Asia - a market with immense growth potential. Starting a business in this dynamic region comes with unique challenges and rewards. Learn about local laws, partner wisely, make informed investm...
DOF supports CREATE Law amendments
The Department of Finance (DOF) on Wednesday expressed support to the proposed amendments to the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises (CREATE) Act, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. “The proposed amendments to the CREATE Act will enhance the incentives, clarify...
Application for 2024 Foreign Service Officer exam ends
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) on Tuesday reminded applicants for the upcoming Career Service Examination (CSE) for the Foreign Service Officer (FSO) that they only have until Oct. 20 to submit their applications, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. In a news release, the CSC ...
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