Solons debunk lobby money claim over economic restrictions lifting

MANILA: Several members of the House of Representatives on Wednesday debunked warnings made by their former colleague that inserting the phrase ‘unless otherwise provided by law’ to the 1987 Constitution’s economic provisions would draw ‘lobbying mone…

No compromised documents in PCG Facebook hack

MANILA: There are no compromised documents in the hacking of the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) Facebook page, an official of the PCG said Wednesday.

In an interview over Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, PCG spokesperson Rear Admiral Armando Balilo said the …

Australia awards outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos

MANILA: The Australian Embassy in the Philippines has recognized the achievements of outstanding Australia-educated Filipinos at the annual Australia Alumni Excellence Awards last Feb. 26.

Australian Chargé d’Affaires Dr. Moya Collett said the Austra…

Military beefs up PNP’s security efforts in Leyte’s 3rd District

TACLOBAN: The Philippine Army has joined the police in intensifying anti-criminality operations in Leyte’s 3rd congressional district after the recent killings of village officials.

Brig. Gen. Noel Vestuir, commander of the Philippine Army’s 802nd In…

Canada’s new study visa regulation not affecting Vietnamese students: Insider

Ottawa: Canada’s decision to limit study visas starting from 2024 will not have a significant impact on Vietnamese students, said Vu Thi Hai Anh, an immigration consultant and Senior Regional Manager in Southeast Asia at Algonquin College of Canada.

Toyota recalls 280K vehicles in US over unexpected movement concerns

ISTANBUL: Japanese multinational automaker Toyota is recalling 280,663 vehicles in the US amid concerns over unexpected movement.

“Certain parts of the transmission may not immediately disengage when the vehicle is shifted to the neutral position,” U…

HCM City boosts tourism promotion to lure travelersPH envoy: WPS is region’s real flashpoint

Hanoi: Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism industry has recorded positive signs as many international travelers have chosen the metropolis as part of their journeys in early 2024.

The southern hub served 75,000 foreign visitors during the recent Lunar New Yea…