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- The Manila Times·Onion ‘cartel’ fined P1.76B
THE Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a P1.76-billion fine on members of a cartel linked to the surge in onion prices in 2022. The sanctioned firms include Golden Shine International Freight Forwarders Corp., Tian Long Corp., La Reina Fresh Vegetables & Young Indoor Plants, Inc., Yom Trading Corp., a
- The Manila Times·Govt sees operational NSCR by 2027
THE Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Thursday that it is working hard to make the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) operational by the end of 2027. “Building a modern transport system of this scale requires an all-hands-on-deck approach. With the firm backing of Congress and our project partners, we ar
- The Manila Times·Inquiry into NCAP loopholes pushed
SEN. Robinhood Padilla has filed Senate Resolution 732 urging an inquiry, in aid of legislation, on the implementation and enforcement of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP). While NCAP uses automated technology to detect traffic violations and encourage compliance with traffic regulations, Padilla cited concer
- The Manila Times·CHR to cooperate in Palpal-latoc case
THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said Thursday it would render full cooperation in the ongoing investigation into alleged involvement of its officials in irregularities. The CHR said that it has yet to receive a copy of the graft complaint filed by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against CHR Chairman Ri
- The Manila Times·metro manilaNHA designates land for Muntinlupa senior high school
THE National Housing Authority (NHA) said Thursday that it has reserved a lot for the construction of Poblacion National High School-Senior High School in Muntinlupa City. “The NHA believes that our responsibility does not end with providing homes. We also strive to help build sustainable communities where fami
- The Manila Times·metro manilaLTFRB eyes special bus route
THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said it is conducting a feasibility study with the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) for new bus routes from Antipolo City to Manila. "Our initial information shows a significant increase in LRT-2 passengers, especially during the morning and afternoo
- The Manila Times·DSWD vows to step up fight vs poverty, hunger
THE Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) vowed to further boost its initiatives against poverty and hunger. The DSWD made the commitment after a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed that self-rated poverty rose to 55 percent in September from 49 percent in June. Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao, t
- The Philippine Star·Poll: Inflation, corruption top concerns of Pinoys
More than four years into the Marcos administration, reducing the basic cost of goods remains the most urgent concern of most Filipinos, based on a recent survey conducted by Pulse Asia.
- The Philippine Star·PCC slaps P1.76 billion fine on 2022 onion cartel
The Philippine Competition Commission has imposed a record fine of P1.76 billion on six firms whose activities as an onion cartel sent retail prices soaring to as high as P800 a kilo in 2022.
- The Philippine Star·metro manilaChina envoy urges dialogue on West Philippine Sea tensions
Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan has urged the Philippines to exercise caution in discussing its maritime dispute with his country, calling for face-to-face dialogues to manage tensions as officials and analysts pushed for stronger regional cooperation during a forum in Quezon City.
- The Philippine Star·Pulse: VP Sara ratings still higher than Marcos Jr’s
Even with the ongoing impeachment trial against her, Vice President Sara Duterte continues to enjoy much higher trust and approval ratings than President Marcos, a survey for the third quarter conducted by Pulse Asia showed.
- The Freeman·cebuEnding the noise about “Mary Grace Piattos”
Who would have thought the very camp that made all the noise about Mary Grace Piattos would be the one to put an end to it in a shocking twist in the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte?
- The Freeman·cebuThe Calderons should give way to Gungun Gicae
The younger generations, the students and the youth in general, the civil society, and the silent majority that control two thirds of the voting populace in Cebu’s 7th District, are sick and tired of traditional politicians whose style of governance is transactional, paternalistic, and lacking in progressive and
- The Freeman·cebuEDITORIAL — An epic pail
With the super El Niño threatening to cause a long and pronounced drought some people are now taking precautions to make sure they will not have problems accessing water later on.
- The Freeman·cebuCebu Greats sweep Batangas, barge into South Division semis
The fifth-seeded Cebu Greats completed a two-game sweep of the fourth-ranked Batangas City Tanduay Athletics with a thrilling 70-67 victory in their best-of-three South Division quarterfinal series in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League 2026 Season on Wednesday night, October 14, at the Batangas City Coliseum.
- The Freeman·cebuPower market opens to smaller businesses with lower threshold
More Philippine businesses can negotiate their electricity costs directly with suppliers after the government lowered the threshold for participation in the competitive power market, giving smaller commercial and industrial users an option to manage one of their largest operating expenses.
- The Freeman·cebuKiller robots: Machines deciding who lives and who dies.
I hate to say that: This isn’t a future problem. It’s happening now. We and our children are the ‘collateral damage’ in AI-led wars
- The Freeman·cebuCV tourism accreditations rise 25% on fee waiver
The number of tourism establishments accredited by the Department of Tourism in Central Visayas rose 25 percent from a year earlier, as the government continues to waive processing fees to encourage more businesses to meet industry standards and improve their access to tourism markets.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoDepEd-Davao rolls out school-based immunization program
DepEd and DOH launch school-based immunization for Grades 1, 4, and 7 in Davao City public schools through December 2026.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoDole’s Sena settles over P1.3M in workers’ claims
DOLE-Davao City recovers ₱1.3M for 28 workers, including returned cash bonds and separation pay, through SEnA mediation.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoDCWD boosts water supply preparations for El Niño
DCWD will deploy 24 inline booster pumps in critical Davao City areas as Tamugan River supply drops ahead of El Niño.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoLTO-Davao: Motorcycle mishap in Toril due to drag racing
LTO-Davao pursues sanctions after a viral video shows speeding motorcycles in a Toril collision, despite police denial.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoCadac empowers barangays, boosts drug-free community
Davao CADAC trains over 100 barangay officials in GINHAWA and KKDK programs to strengthen local drug prevention efforts.
- SunStar Philippines·davaoDavao City advances healthcare services in IP communities
Davao CHO, WHO, and DOH partner to bring free mobile TB screenings and healthcare services to IP communities in Tugbok.