DSWD starts pilot implementation of IECMS to enhance services

MANILA: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is set to start the pilot implementation of the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) this month to enhance its services through automation and digitalization.

DSWD Assist…

LTO to use MMDA cameras in catching traffic violators

MANILA: The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will use the cameras of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to record and catch traffic violators in the act in the National Capital Region (NCR).

In a statement on Wednesday, LTO Chief, A…

World Bank: Streamlining VAT exemptions can raise tax collections

MANILA: The World Bank on Wednesday recommended studying the country’s value-added tax (VAT) exemptions as a way to enhance collection efficiency.

In a press briefing, World Bank lead economist Gonzalo Varela said the Philippines can increase tax col…

MWSS: Mitigation efforts in place to avoid water interruptions

MANILA: The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) assured that proper mitigation efforts are in place to avoid water interruptions amid high demand during the hot months.

“So nakapag-construct na tayo ng bagong planta na kumukuha ng tubi…

4 dead as 7.4 magnitude quake hits Taiwan

TOKYO: At least four people died after a 7.4 magnitude struck off Taiwan’s east coast early Wednesday, triggering tsunami warnings.

President Tsai Ing-wen has ordered the military to be deployed in the affected areas.

“The national military will mee…

Phivolcs: Tremors in Taiwan won’t reach northern PH

MANILA: With Taiwan’s close proximity to the northern part of the country, the head of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Wednesday assured that tremors in Taiwan won’t reach northern Philippines.

“The shaking won’t …

New hanging bridge in Albay town boosts locals’ livelihood, safety

LEGAZPI CITY: The newly-opened hanging bridge in Albay’s 3rd District worth PHP5 million is expected to improve the lives of residents in different barangays, providing students, teachers, and farmers easier and safe access to schools and markets.

In…