PNP renews alliance with German group to boost rights program MANILA – In line with efforts to improve its ties with the community, the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday announced that it has formalized a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF), a non-profit organization based in Germany.PNP chief Gen Camilo Cascolan … Continue reading PNP renews alliance with German group to boost rights program | #Philippines

Landbank open to hike P3-B loan facility for bus modernization MANILA – State-owned Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) is willing to increase its PHP3-billion lending facility for the government’s bus modernization program if additional needs arise. “Yes, if there will be a need and also if the program or the availers prove to be viable,” … Continue reading Landbank open to hike P3-B loan facility for bus modernization | #Philippines

Over 4K cops dismissed in relentless internal cleansing: PNP MANILA – More than 4,000 police officers were dismissed from the service as part of the intensified internal cleansing program of the Philippine National Police (PNP), the country's top cop said on Monday.“Of (the) total number of personnel found guilty of administrative offenses, 4,591 were summarily … Continue reading Over 4K cops dismissed in relentless internal cleansing: PNP | #Philippines

Western Visayas posts 12% hike in palay production ILOILO CITY – Western Visayas posted a 12-percent increase in its volume of palay production in the first semester of this year compared to the same period last year.“Comparing the 2019 first semester and the 2020 first semester, we already have a 12-percent gain in volume production. … Continue reading Western Visayas posts 12% hike in palay production | #Philippines

US grants $213-M aid for PH poverty reduction program MANILA – The United States has extended a USD213-million grant to the Philippines to finance a program that aims to reduce poverty, promote private-sector-led growth, and strengthen good governance in the country. On behalf of the Philippine government, Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez III signed the grant for … Continue reading US grants $213-M aid for PH poverty reduction program | #Philippines

Angat Dam water rises past minimum operating level CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan – Water at Angat Dam in Norzagaray town, this province has risen above its minimum operating level of 180 meters.Record from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office of Bulacan showed that its water elevation as of 8 a.m. Monday rose to 182.08 … Continue reading Angat Dam water rises past minimum operating level | #Philippines

Velasco elected as new House Speaker MANILA – Members of the House of Representatives on Monday formally installed Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco as the new Speaker, replacing Taguig-Pateros Rep. Alan Peter Cayetano.In a remote plenary session at the Celebrity Sports Plaza in Quezon City, Velasco was elected House's top leader by 186 House members.Buhay … Continue reading Velasco elected as new House Speaker | #Philippines

'Nika' may intensify into tropical storm on way out of PH Monday MANILA – Tropical Depression Nika is forecast to further strengthen into a tropical storm and is also expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Monday.In its 11 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Nika was … Continue reading ‘Nika’ may intensify into tropical storm on way out of PH Monday | #Philippines

NBA: Lakers win 1st finals in decade, clinch 17th title ANKARA – The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 106-93 late Sunday to win their first NBA Finals in 10 years and clinched their 17th title in franchise history.In a bizarre season mired with Covid-19 and suspended since March, the Western Conference champions won … Continue reading NBA: Lakers win 1st finals in decade, clinch 17th title | #Philippines

NBA: Lakers win 1st finals in decade, clinch 17th title ANKARA – The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 106-93 late Sunday to win their first NBA Finals in 10 years and clinched their 17th title in franchise history.In a bizarre season mired with Covid-19 and suspended since March, the Western Conference champions won … Continue reading NBA: Lakers win 1st finals in decade, clinch 17th title | #Philippines

Nadal ties Federer's record of 20 Grand Slam titles PARIS – In a year change, one thing remains constant at Roland Garros, where Rafael Nadal is always the winner.The Spaniard rewrote history again in Paris after sweeping old rival and top seed Novak Djokovic 6-0, 6-2, 7-5 in the men's singles final on Sunday, lifting … Continue reading Nadal ties Federer’s record of 20 Grand Slam titles | #Philippines

187 solons call to assemble, elect Velasco as Speaker MANILA – Several lawmakers are set to gather on Monday and elect Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco as Speaker of the House of Representatives.In a manifesto circulated to the media, 187 lawmakers have called to assemble, declare the post of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano vacant, and … Continue reading 187 solons call to assemble, elect Velasco as Speaker | #Philippines

Dengue cases in Nueva Ecija down by 72.9% GAPAN CITY, Nueva Ecija – The number of dengue cases in the province for the first nine months of the year decreased by 72.9 percent compared to the same period last year, the Provincial Health Office (PHO) reported.Based on the report of the Provincial Epidemiology Surveillance Unit, … Continue reading Dengue cases in Nueva Ecija down by 72.9% | #Philippines

Hunt on for motorcycle thieves who killed NoCot teacher COTABATO CITY – Pursuit operations are underway for two alleged motorcycle thieves who shot dead a public school teacher and took off with his motorbike along a remote village in Midsayap, North Cotabato on Sunday night.Lt. Col. John Miridel Calinga, Midsayap police chief, identified the victim … Continue reading Hunt on for motorcycle thieves who killed NoCot teacher | #Philippines

Life-changing 'rides': Earning and giving back amid pandemic MANILA – Oftentimes, life is being likened to a wheel. One may be on top today but at the bottom tomorrow. Who would have thought that wheels could lead people to a journey leading to better lives despite a crisis? For Mark Pamuti, making ends meet is barely … Continue reading Life-changing ‘rides’: Earning and giving back amid pandemic | #Philippines