DFA reasserts Philippines’ claim over Sabah

By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora | Philippine News Agency The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has reaffirmed the Philippines’ claim over Sabah amid renewed discussion over a 2012 Philippine map depicting the contested territory. At a media briefing in Pasay City on Friday,...

DILG warns retailers of illicit cigarettes: ‘You’re next’

By Christopher Lloyd Caliwan | Philippine News Agency After a series of successful raids on illegal cigarette warehouses and factories, the government will now go after retailers, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Friday. At a press briefing, Remulla said raids on supermarkets selling...

No need for PBBM to monitor ICC proceedings vs. FPRRD

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | Philippine News Agency There is no need for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to monitor the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) pretrial hearing on the crimes against humanity case against former President Rodrigo Duterte in connection with his...

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GSIS rolls out ‘Ginhawa Go’ micro-loan program for gov’t workers

By Wilnard Bacelonia | Philippine News Agency The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) on Thursday formally launched “Ginhawa Go”, a short-term micro-loan facility designed to provide government employees with quick, secure and affordable access to cash for urgent needs. GSIS President and General...