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Thu, 8 Dec 2022 17:28:00 +0800
UN expert urges Philippines to focus on tackling sexual exploitation of children in tourism, too
In a briefing, Singhateh said the government made improvements in addressing sexual abuse and exploitation of children. The Philippines, however, remains a source and destination country for child trafficking, sale, sexual abuse, forced marriage, and...

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 13:08:00 +0800
Maharlika Wealth Fund could work if done right — Concepcion
Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion  said a P275-billion sovereign wealth fund called Maharlika Wealth Fund could provide vast investment opportunities for the Philippines if its trust and timing issues are addressed.  

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 12:16:00 +0800
‘I felt the punch land’: Human trafficking of overseas fishermen in Ireland
Irish justice system 'failing' Filipino fishing workers who report exploitation

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 11:50:00 +0800
Marcos: Be like Virgin Mary, give selves without expecting anything in return
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to emulate the Virgin Mary as the country marks the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 10:45:00 +0800
LPA to bring rains over large parts of Philippines
The LPA, which was last seen 1,265 kilometers east of Mindanao, will enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility today. It is forecast to move toward the Eastern Visayas-Bicol region area. 

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 10:17:00 +0800
SC: 2023 Bar exams to be held in September, to cover six core subjects
The Supreme Court on Thursday announced that the 2023 Bar Examinations will be held on September, veering away from the traditional schedule of November.

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0800
ERC probes overpriced power generation rates
Whether the generation rates passed on by distribution utilities to consumers all over the country are accurate and reasonable is now the subject of investigation by the Energy Regulatory Commission.

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Businessmen urged to invest in R&D
President Marcos has tapped the support of the business sector in enhancing the country’s research and development to boost local industries and reduce dependence on imported goods.

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0800
DOJ: NPS best venue to settle Lapid murder case
The National Prosecution Service is the best venue to settle the murder charges filed against suspended Bureau of Corrections director general Gerald Bantag, according to the Department of Justice.

Thu, 8 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Marcos vows prudence in spending state funds
President Marcos vowed to be prudent in spending state funds as monetary officials presented to him Philippine banknotes bearing his signature and new coin series with the new Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas logo yesterday.



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