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President Marcos yesterday called on the Catholic faithful to honor those who have passed through acts of kindness, compassion and service to others.
Marcos: Honor departed loved ones through kindness President Marcos yesterday called on the Catholic faithful to honor those who have passed through acts of kindness, compassion and service to others. “I join the Catholic faithful and the entire Filipino nation in the solemn observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day,” the President said in his message. Across the country, families troop to cemeteries to offer prayers and celebrate the lives and legacies of departed loved ones, Marcos said.
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Marcos vows better protection for Pinoy sailors
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos yesterday vowed to strengthen safeguards and assistance for Filipino seafarers, particularly those working in war-risk areas. Speaking at the Philippine Maritime Convention at the Manila Hotel, Marcos acknowledged the growing security threats facing the country’s maritime workforce.
Marcos asked: Veto BSKE postponement
MANILA, Philippines — Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal has urged President Marcos to veto the enrolled bill postponing the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) to November 2028, citing a legal defect arising from what he described as the measure’s confusion between the concepts of “term” and “tenure” of office. In a supplemental letter-petition on Sept.
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Remulla to block Zaldy’s asylum bid in France
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla will block former lawmaker Zaldy Co’s asylum bid in his upcoming visit to France. “My job there is to convince our counterparts that after stealing $1 billion from a very poor country like the Philippines, he does not deserve asylum and he needs to be brought back to the Philippines,” Remulla said yesterday.
Economy ‘more than steady’ – Marcos
MANILA, Philippines — Despite inflation concerns and the weakening of the peso, President Marcos described the Philippines as “more than steady.” Speaking to reporters in New Delhi on Sunday, Marcos attributed the weakness of the peso and higher unemployment partly to inflation and reduced public spending following the flood control corruption scandal. “The peso to the dollar, it’s because of inflation, because of all the weaknesses that we are seeing. Unemployment went up.
Remulla: VP Sara sought jail stay, handcuff photos
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp initially wanted her to be arrested and jailed at Camp Crame, asking about detention arrangements, including food, before deciding to proceed to the court to post bail, Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla bared yesterday.? Remulla said Duterte’s team apparently wanted to generate images of the Vice President behind bars and in handcuffs.
Marcos cites Presidential Airlift Wing
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has commended the men and women of the 250th Presidential Airlift Wing (PAW) for helping the government swiftly reach and deliver aid to the distressed during times of calamities.
Pinoys urged: Stand firm vs all forms of pressures
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos called on Filipinos to take part in protecting national interests, counter disinformation and “stand firm against all forms of pressures” as the nation commemorated National Heroes’ Day yesterday. Marcos led the wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Libingan ng mga Bayani at Fort Bonifacio in Taguig City. Joining Marcos were Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro, Armed Forces vice chief Lt. Gen.
Palace defends Marcos honorary degree from PLM
MANILA, Philippines — Citing his significant contributions to the nation, Malacañang yesterday defended President Marcos against those criticizing his honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM). Palace press officer Claire Castro said an honorary degree is awarded to people for their outstanding contributions to society rather than academic completion. “Many perhaps don’t understand the term honoris causa.
Special holidays declared in 5 areas
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has declared special non-working days in five areas to allow residents to participate in local events and celebrations. Proclamation 1397 declared Aug. 28 a special non-working day in the municipality of San Agustin in Romblon for the celebration of the Kalipayan Festival. Sept. 3 is a special non-working day in Iriga, Camarines Sur as provided under Proclamation 1398, to mark the city’s 58th charter anniversary. Proclamation 1399 declared Sept.
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Palace declares holiday for BARMM election
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has declared Sept. 14 a special non-working day in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to allow residents to cast their votes in the first-ever BARMM parliamentary election. The holiday declaration is contained in Proclamation 1395 signed on Tuesday by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto by the authority of President Marcos.
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Higher development budget for LGUs in 2027
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Government eyes accelerated pace of public spending
MANILA, Philippines — The administration has implemented measures to accelerate the pace of government expenditures, drive economic activity and support growth, President Marcos said. The President acknowledged that public spending had been delayed following a close review of the national budget in the wake of the multibillion-peso flood control corruption scandal.
Palace: Higher development budget for LGUs in 2027
MANILA, Philippines — The government has allocated a total of P58.53 billion for the Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) under the proposed 2027 national budget to finance priority development programs in different parts of the country, according to Executive Secretary Ralph Recto. This is the largest allocation for LGSF in the country’s history, Recto said in a statement yesterday.
Dizon: Parañaque faces ‘garbage crisis’
MANILA, Philippines — Parañaque is facing a full-blown “garbage crisis,” Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said yesterday after seeing trash clogging the Redemptorist water channel in Baclaran. Floods in surrounding communities are a tragic and frustrating consequence of improper waste disposal, Dizon stressed, saying he has never seen the region’s waterways in such a severe state. “This is truly a garbage crisis,” Dizon said during yesterday’s inspection.
Quiboloy awaits notice on US extradition bid
MANILA, Philippines — Detained Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy is prepared to oppose the United States’ request for his extradition once a formal petition is filed, with his legal team insisting the pastor’s rights will be defended before Philippine courts. Ferdinand Topacio, one of Quiboloy’s counsels, said yesterday that they have yet to receive any formal court notice despite reports that the US has requested Quiboloy’s extradition.
Quiboloy awaits notice on US extradition bid
MANILA, Philippines — Detained Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy is prepared to oppose the United States’ request for his extradition once a formal petition is filed, with his legal team insisting the pastor’s rights will be defended before Philippine courts. Ferdinand Topacio, one of Quiboloy’s counsels, said yesterday that they have yet to receive any formal court notice despite reports that the US has requested Quiboloy’s extradition.
Failed P10,000 aid is Cayetano’s fault
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ASEAN foreign ministers meeting gets underway
MANILA, Philippines — The 59th ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting in Manila officially began yesterday. At the meeting, chaired by Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro, the Philippines will seek to advance its priorities, strengthen ASEAN unity and centrality and deepen regional and international cooperation. The meeting ends on July 24.
Abalos named secretary of Cabinet
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has appointed former interior and local government chief Benhur Abalos as secretary of the Cabinet, Malacañang announced. Abalos was sworn in by the President yesterday. At a press briefing, Palace press officer Claire Castro enumerated some of Abalos’ duties as Cabinet secretary.
Expanded school feeding program launched
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos launched yesterday the nationwide expansion of the School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) to address child malnutrition and to promote the health, well-being and academic success of Filipino learners. The launch, held under the theme “Creating a Future Where No Child Goes Hungry” at Pulilan Central School in Bulacan, coincided with the national observance of Nutrition Month and marked the national kick-off of the SBFP and milk feeding activity.
Philippines income status upgrade a vote of confidence
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Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy No political persecution in Marcoleta case – Palace
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang distanced itself from the recommendation of the Office of the Ombudsman's Field Investigation Bureau to file plunder and bribery charges against Sen. Rodante Marcoleta over alleged campaign donations amounting to P75 million. In an interview with dzMM yesterday, Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the executive cannot give orders to the ombudsman, which is an independent body.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Palace: Future ICC arrest warrants enforced immediately
Helen Flores MANILA, Philippines — Law enforcement authorities will immediately enforce future warrants of arrest against alleged co-perpetrators of former president Rodrigo Duterte in his crimes against humanity charges before the International Criminal Court (ICC), a Palace official said yesterday.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Claire mocks Pia's outburst
Helen Flores MANILA, Philippines — “Medyo ‘ouch' siguro.” This was Palace press officer Claire Castro's take on Sen. Pia Cayetano's emotional outburst at the Senate plenary on Wednesday, saying the senator appeared to have taken personally Sen. Risa Hontiveros' remark that it seemed nothing had happened after the May 13 shooting incident inside the chamber.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy President Marcos increases minimum access volume for pork imports
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has increased the minimum access volume (MAV) for pork imports to ensure adequate supply and reduce retail prices. Under Executive Order 116, the MAV of pork was increased from 54,210 metric tons to 204,210 MT for this year. The order was signed by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, by authority of the President, on May 19.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy ‘All evidence shows no attack on Senate'
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) maintained yesterday that the Senate was not under attack last week, as it presented evidence and witness accounts to disprove claims of Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano. At a late afternoon press briefing at Malacañang, PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. showed CCTV footage of the shooting incident between the Senate Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms and agents of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Marcos, Liza declare P475.93 million net worth
MANILA, Philippines — The declared wealth of President Marcos and his wife Liza has consistently increased since he took office, with their net worth valued at P475.93 million in 2025, as shown in their statements of assets, liabilities and net worth (SALNs). GMA News reported that Marcos jointly declared with his wife a net worth of P475.93 million as of Dec. 31, 2025.
Government imposes P50 price cap on imported rice Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy
MANILA, Philippines — The government has imposed a price cap of P50 per kilo on imported rice for 30 days nationwide to ensure the accessibility of affordable rice for all Filipinos. Under Executive Order 118 issued by President Marcos yesterday, the price ceiling would be applied on five percent broken imported rice. The order will take effect upon publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Philippines signs visa-free deal with Paraguay
Helen Flores MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and Paraguay signed yesterday an agreement waiving visa requirements for ordinary passport holders to boost trade, tourism and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Marcos: No ill feelings toward Imee despite years-long silence
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos confirmed yesterday that he has not spoken to his sister, Sen. Imee Marcos, for nearly three years, but stressed that he harbors no ill feelings toward her, a Palace official said. The President's remarks came after the senator recently described their relationship as “non-existent.” Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said she personally asked Marcos about his sister's statement following an UPLIFT committee meeting.
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Palace declares Digos holiday
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has declared May 8 a special non-working day in Digos City in Davao del Sur for the celebration of the Apobay Festival. “The City of Digos celebrates the Apobay Festival every first Friday of May, which falls on May 1, a regular holiday (Labor Day),” Proclamation 1237 said.
Palace declares Digos holiday
MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has declared May 8 a special non-working day in Digos City in Davao del Sur for the celebration of the Apobay Festival. “The City of Digos celebrates the Apobay Festival every first Friday of May, which falls on May 1, a regular holiday (Labor Day),” Proclamation 1237 said.
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Marcos cooks anniversary dinner for Liza 'with love'
MANILA, Philippines — Taking a brief break from running the country, President Marcos whipped out his cooking skills for an anniversary dinner with his wife, First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos on Friday. “Anniversary dinner, made the old-fashioned way – with love,” the 68-year-old Marcos wrote on Facebook, as the First Couple marked their 33rd wedding anniversary. Marcos said the menu included roast chicken, vegetable soup, salad and pasta.
‘ASEAN meet to be Ilocano frugal'
Helen Flores MANILA, Philippines — The country's hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit will have an “Ilocano effect,” according to First Lady Liza Marcos. She made the remark during a chance interview on Tuesday at the New Executive Building inside Malacañang. “We're on Ilocano effect,” Marcos said when asked what adjustments have been made in the Philippines' hosting amid the Middle East crisis that caused severe shocks to global energy markets.
'Healthy' Marcos jogs, does jumping jacks at Palace
MANILA, Philippines — A few jumping jacks and a jog inside Malacañang. This was how President Marcos proved he is “in very, very good health” amid social media speculations and accusations even from his sister, Sen. Imee Marcos, that he is seriously ill. The 68-year-old Marcos walked a few meters from the Palace to the New Executive Building and did a few jumping jacks before entering the press briefing area, where he faced reporters.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Marcos orders government offices: Reduce power, fuel use
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has directed all government agencies to strictly implement his order to sharply reduce power and fuel consumption, as the country grapples with rising oil prices spurred by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto stressed that compliance with the President's directive is mandatory, covering the entire bureaucracy, including state-run corporations.
President Marcos: ‘Very bare-bones' ASEAN summit to push through
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will push through with its hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, President Marcos said yesterday, amid calls from some quarters to postpone it to free up public funds to support vulnerable sectors heavily impacted by the skyrocketing fuel prices sparked by the Middle East conflict.
President Marcos: Philippines crude oil enough until June 30
Helen Flores MANILA, Philippines — The country has enough supply of crude oil until June 30, President Marcos has assured the public. Marcos made the remark on the sidelines of the opening of the new NAIAX off-ramp to Terminal 3 in Pasay yesterday. The government is also not discounting the suspension of the 12-percent value-added tax (VAT) on petroleum products, or even amending or repealing the Oil Deregulation Law, the President said.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy Palace deploys 290 'doctors to the barrios'
MANILA, Philippines — To ensure accessible health care services for Filipinos, President Marcos has directed the Department of Health (DOH) to send more physicians to remote areas. Marcos issued the directive as he led the send-off ceremony for the deployment of 290 “doctors to the barrios” at Malacañang yesterday. The batch is the largest single deployment in the history of the Doctors to the Barrios or DTTB program, Marcos said. “The deployment of this batch of doctors comes at a critical moment.
Microsoft Cares About Your Privacy No ferry, bus fare hike on Holy Week
MANILA, Philippines — Ferry and bus fares will not be increased this Holy Week, President Marcos told Bloomberg on Tuesday. “We've gotten commitments from (operators of) ferries that they will not raise their fares. We're doing the same thing with buses. They will not raise their fares nor will they limit or cut down the trips they will be taking,” Marcos said.
Marcos to Sandro: 'Where's my grandchild?'
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos teased his son, House Majority Leader Rep. Sandro Marcos, on his 32nd birthday on Saturday, asking him, “Where is my apo (grandchild)?” Marcos took to social media to greet his eldest son, telling him: “We are so proud of the good man you have become.” “Who would have known that our little child would grow into such a kind, industrious and talented man?” the President wrote on Facebook. “On a final note… where's my apo? Happy birthday, son,” he added.
Show drug killings under President Marcos, Duterte's lawyers told
MANILA, Philippines — Those who are accusing the Marcos government of drug-related killings should present solid evidence so authorities can investigate the allegations, a Palace official said yesterday, stressing that President Marcos would not tolerate those who abuse their power.
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