A ?10 million (~$175,000 USD) purchase of computers and a so-called “server” during the administration of a former mayor in San Dionisio, Iloilo is under investigation, raising concerns about overpricing and possible misuse of public funds. Read more »
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have formalized a partnership to harmonize curricula for key industries that are seen as critical to the country’s long-term economic growth. Read more »
Contractors who gave millions to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s campaign later won billion-peso projects. Clearly, all fingers point to Comelec, yet amidst all the glaring proof, they are still staying silent. Read more »
The number of unemployed Filipinos rose sharply in July, reaching 2.59 million compared to just 1.95 million the previous month. Read more »
Public health advocates are urging the Philippines to reconsider its reliance on the “quit or die” mindset in tobacco control, stressing that millions of smokers remain at risk as global quit rates remain low. Read more »
A measure to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on goods and services from 12% to 10% has been filed in the House of Representatives, with the goal of providing relief to Filipino consumers facing rising prices. Read more »
