Incumbent Sarangani Governor Rogelio D. Pacquaio is facing graft and plunder complaints before the Office of the Ombudsman over the alleged overpriced procurement of heavy equipment and motorcycles amounting to P182,483,750. In an 8-page complaint-affidavit filed on April 30, John J. Chiong, founder, chairperson and president of Task Force Kasanag, Pacquiao was accused of violation…
Based on the recent study by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the gross savings rate in the Philippines was reported at 9.2319% of GDP in 2023. Simply put, for every 100 pesos of the country’s total output, only 9.2319 pesos were saved, making the Philippines’ savings rate relatively low compared to other East Asian economies. Furthermore,…
As part of its ongoing commitment to nation-building and financial inclusion, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) recently conducted a Financial Wellness session for Philippine Army Reservists. This initiative reinforces BPI’s dedication to empowering communities—especially those who play a vital role in national security—by equipping them with the knowledge and tools to achieve long-term…
Davao City Water District renews affordable PhP500 installment offer to customers applying for new service connections (NSC) starting January 8, 2025 to December 31, 2025 through DCWD Board Resolution 25-004. This extension aims to provide an affordable and convenient option to make DCWD’s service more accessible to the public, expanding access to clean and affordable…
Just two days after she vowed to bring to justice those involved in the kidnapping of former President Rodrigo Duterte, Sen. Imee Marcos made good her promise and on her return to Manila Friday personally filed the information against those who participated in the plot. Senator Imee submitted the Chairman’s Report of the the Senate…
By Ivy Tejano DAVAO CITY – Veronica “Kitty” Duterte, the youngest daughter of former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, has publicly declared her support for her father’s political allies in the midterm elections, aligning herself with the PDP-Laban-backed slate known as the DUTERTEN. Beyond familial affection, Veronica informed his father about her active participation in campaign…
Photo: PNP Karon semana lang daghan mga nahitabo nga dagkong krimen nahitabo sa nasud. USA na niini ang pagpusil patay sa Chairman Emeritus sa Publishers Association of the Philippines Incorporated (PAPI) Mr. Johny Dayang gipusil siya sa naka riding in tandem mismo sa iyahang Balay sa Kalibo Aklan kadto niaging Adlaw. Sa edad nga 89…
In Photo: The Tacunan Dwarf, downloaded from the Facebook page of Gory Paron. COIR Program To Boost Cotabato Coconut Production For Growing World Market Demand Valued At P3-T By 2033! With Coconut products enjoying a resurgence in the world market resulting in high prices of Copra, I have designed a program called the Coconut Industry…
We are into the final stretch of election hustings. Inboth local and national elections the candidates knew what fortune awaits them. The surveys have given each statistics which hints of probabilities. Despite what the straw polls suggests , no candidates believe he or she is losing thus the last minute stride into the finish line…
What is a calling? Your life’s calling is what makes you feel that life is meaningful. It helps you live a purposeful life. Callings look different for everybody. Some people, for example, want to help others as part of their calling. Career is a rapid motion. A course of action. Sure! A professional conduct in…
