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Determined to run against those who maliciously evade the payment of taxes, the Department of Justice (uDOJ) filed a total of 41 tax evasion charges against a construction firm and a metal business firm for their utilization of ghost tax receipts. Specifically resolving in favor of the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), 37 cases were…
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Services provided by PhilHealth to its members will stay despite lawmakers rejecting its proposed budget for 2025, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured on Thursday. “I would like to just assure everybody, huwag niyong inaalala na mababawasan ang serbisyo kahit na kanino. Para sa senior, para sa mga mahirap, para sa middle class, walang mababawasan…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday expressed optimism on the strengthening partnership between the Philippines and Japan on defense, security and economic concerns. “I’m very optimistic of the continuing strengthening of our partnership not only in terms of defense and security but even in the economic [area],” President Marcos said in a courtesy call…
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In the world of politics, it’s rare to see someone transition seamlessly from the limelight of showbiz to the demanding realm of public service, yet Richard “Goma” Gomez has done just that. His story stands as a testament to how celebrity influence can be channeled into genuine leadership. Goma’s political journey was not without its…
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In a decisive move intended to upskill state prosecutors and intensify collaboration with law enforcers, the Department of Justice (DOJ) spearheaded an intensive training/workshop to fight money laundering and other financial crimes. In a two-day affair held at The Bayleaf Hotel in Manila from 12-13 December 2024 themed “Money Laundering Training Workshop for Law Enforcers,…
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has approved an increase in gratuity pay for Contract of Service (COS) and Job Order (JO) workers in the government, raising the amount up to PhP7,000. The increase will take effect not earlier than December 15. In a four-page Administrative Order 28 signed by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin, President…
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Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said that they are expecting more than 110,000 travelers during the holiday season. Viado said that last year, Christmas weekend arrivals was at an average of more than 53,000 while departures were at an average of 43,000. “We are expecting the numbers to further increase this year,…
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The Philippines and Denmark have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) to enhance healthcare education and training opportunities for Filipino nursing professionals and healthcare assistants interested to working in Denmark, on December 9, 2024, at the Denmark Ambassador’s residence in Makati City. The JDI establishes a Joint Committee with representatives from both governments to…
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The Department of Health (DOH) warns the public about a fraudulent Facebook page falsely claiming to represent the agency and *promotes a milk supplement that allegedly cures chronic insomnia. The DOH emphasizes that this page is fake, not affiliated with the Department in any way, and does not endorse the products it promotes. The Department…
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The Philippines and India successfully concluded their first Track 1 Maritime Dialogue this week, marking a significant step in their bilateral relations. The dialogue was held in Manila on 13 December and was preceded by site visits by the Indian delegation to key maritime facilities in Manila and Subic. The Philippine delegation was led by…
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