DBM on free tuition in state colleges: 'Di kaya ng gobyerno 'yan' - Rappler

Rappler DBM on free tuition in state colleges: 'Di kaya ng gobyerno 'yan' Rappler TOO EXPENSIVE. Department of Budget and Management Secretary Benjamin Diokno said that the free tuition bill is too expensive for the government. File Photo by Aika Rey/Rappler. MANILA, Philippines – The bill granting…

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Ex-Leyte solon indicted over P24-M pork barrel scam - Inquirer.net

Inquirer.net Ex-Leyte solon indicted over P24-M pork barrel scam Inquirer.net Former Leyte Representative Eduardo Veloso was indicted by the Ombudsman with graft and malversation for the alleged anomalous use of his P24.2 million pork barrel funds. In a statement on Tuesday, the Office of the…

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Rightsizing program in bureaucracy to affect 10000 to 20000 state workers - Business Mirror

Northbound Philippines News Online Rightsizing program in bureaucracy to affect 10000 to 20000 state workers Business Mirror The chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations on Tuesday admitted that 10,000 to 20,000 state workers will be affected by the initial implementation of the government…

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Benhur Luy's credibility under scrutiny in PDAF scam hearing - Rappler

Rappler Benhur Luy's credibility under scrutiny in PDAF scam hearing Rappler WITNESS. Benhur Luy takes the witness stand before the Sandiganbayan 1st Division in 2014. File photo. MANILA, Philippines – Pork barrel scam star witness Benhur Luy took the stand on Tuesday, August 1, where he was…

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Typhoon “Noru”: More rains for Luzon, Visayas - Manila Bulletin

Manila Bulletin Typhoon “Noru”: More rains for Luzon, Visayas Manila Bulletin A typhoon with international name “Noru” spotted northeast of the country will likely enhance the southwest monsoon or habagat that could bring monsoon rains over rain-soaked areas of Luzon and Visayas until the weekend.…

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MGB8 urges evacuation of residents in landslide-prone barangays in Leyte - Philippine Information Agency

MGB8 urges evacuation of residents in landslide-prone barangays in Leyte Philippine Information Agency TACLOBAN CITY, Leyte, August 1(PIA) –The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) in Eastern Visayas has urged the evacuation of residents in some barangays in three Leyte areas which are identified as…

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Appointing barangay officials is illegal — Lagman - The Manila Times

Appointing barangay officials is illegal — Lagman The Manila Times THE Duterte administration's plan to replace barangay (village) officials with appointed officers-in-charge is illegal, an opposition lawmaker warned Tuesday. Rep. Edcel Lagman of Albay cited Section 8, Article 10 of the…

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Ex-Leyte solon indicted over P24-M pork barrel scam - Inquirer.net

Inquirer.net Ex-Leyte solon indicted over P24-M pork barrel scam Inquirer.net Former Leyte Representative Eduardo Veloso was indicted by the Ombudsman with graft and malversation for the alleged anomalous use of his P24.2 million pork barrel funds. In a statement on Tuesday, the Office of the…

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DOF commits funding for Ormoc rehabilitation - Manila Bulletin

DOF commits funding for Ormoc rehabilitation Manila Bulletin In a report to Finance Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III, Executive Director Helen Habulan of the Municipal Development Fund Office (MDFO) said an initial estimate provided by Ormoc City Mayor Richard Gomez placed the amount needed for…

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Visayas energy sector continues to attract investors - Inquirer.net

Visayas energy sector continues to attract investors Inquirer.net DESPITE a drop in worldwide investments in the energy sector for two straight years, prospects remain bright in the Visayas as inquiries signify sustained interest among private investors. Engineer Antonio Labios, regional director…

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