PPP Code to expedite implementation process of infa projects

MANILA: The implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Code will help fast-track the approval and implementation of various infrastructure projects in the country, an economist said.

“This would help expedite the…

Parental guidance, values vital to deter teenage pregnancy

MALASIQUI: A Commission on Population and Development (CPD) program officer in the Ilocos Region highlighted the importance of parental guidance through proper communication and values formation to prevent teenage pregnancy.

CPD-Ilocos program office…

Colorum PUV fines hit P14.2M in first half of February

MANILA: The government’s crackdown against “colorum” or unregistered public utility vehicles (PUV) has collected PHP14.2 million in fines in the first half of February alone.

In a statement Friday, the Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Tr…

Baguio police all set to secure 2 Panagbenga grand parades

BAGUIO CITY: The Baguio City Police Office on Friday said security preparations are in place for the two grand parades of the 28th Baguio Flower Festival, more popularly known as Panagbenga, on Feb. 24 and 25.

‘We have already conducted series of sim…

Sipalay City showcases ‘beauty of open waters’ in int’l swim fest

BACOLOD CITY: The staging of the International Open Water Swim Circuit in Sipalay City will showcase the beauty of the open waters in the top beach destination of Negros Occidental this weekend.

On Feb. 17 and 18, the southern Negros city will host t…

DOJ directs prosecutors to be proactive in tax evasion case

MANILA: Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday ordered prosecutors handling tax evasion cases to take an active part in ensuring that charges are not dismissed.

The reminder was issued following Thursday’s filing of tax evasion charges by …

DOJ mulls Manila trial for suspected terrorist nabbed in Sulu

MANILA: State prosecutors on Friday said they may opt to ask for a change of venue of the trial of suspected terrorist Myrna Mabanza to Manila due to ‘security concerns.’

In a press briefing, Senior Assistant State Prosecutor Rassendell Gingoyon of t…