Marcos OKs 21 Ledac priority bills, including travel tax abolition

Marcos OKs 21 Ledac priority bills, including travel tax abolition

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr. has approved 21 priority measures of the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (Ledac), including the abolition of travel tax, Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro announced on Tuesday. These were approved during a meeting at Malacañang earlier in the day. Likewise Included in the approved bills are those related […]... Keep on reading: Marcos OKs 21 Ledac priority bills, including travel tax abolition

DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) said on Tuesday that it aims to sustain the current momentum in the growth of the country’s agricultural sector, but noted that reversing decades of underfunding would still require around P500 billion in annual investment. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said this following the sector’s recorded 3.1 percent expansion in 2025—a growth that was achieved despite 23 storms last year. READ: DA pushes exports of more high-value crops He noted that historical trends “point to room for cautious optimism,” as the country’s agriculture has grown by more than 3 percent in […]... Keep on reading: DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) said on Tuesday that it aims to sustain the current momentum in the growth of the country’s agricultural sector, but noted that reversing decades of underfunding would still require around P500 billion in annual investment. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said this following the sector’s recorded 3.1 percent expansion in 2025—a growth that was achieved despite 23 storms last year. READ: DA pushes exports of more high-value crops He noted that historical trends “point to room for cautious optimism,” as the country’s agriculture has grown by more than 3 percent in […]... Keep on reading: DA aims to sustain agri growth but says P500B yearly needed

Robot dogs to help Mexican police at 2026 World Cup

Robot dogs to help Mexican police at 2026 World Cup

MONTERREY, Mexico — A pack of robot dogs will help Mexican police tackle crime during the 2026 World Cup this summer, authorities said Monday. The four-legged robots are designed to enter dangerous areas and broadcast live video back to security forces, who can watch before taking action during the football tournament. The global spectacle, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, is being hosted by Mexico alongside the United States and Canada. READ: Amazon plans to replace workers with robots – report The animaloid robots were acquired for 2.5 million pesos ($145,000) by the city council of […]... Keep on reading: Robot dogs to help Mexican police at 2026 World Cup

What does the ‘Bebot’ trend say about Filipina beauty?

What does the ‘Bebot’ trend say about Filipina beauty?

Just two months into 2026, a wave of throwbacks has already resurfaced online. From TV shows celebrating a decade since their release to trends making an unexpected comeback, internet users have been quick to jump on the nostalgia ride. Makeup transitions have long ruled social media, but Filipinas are currently putting their own spin on it with a trend that’s everywhere: the ‘Bebot’ trend. What is a Bebot? ‘Bebot’ is a Filipino slang which also means ‘babe’ or ‘pretty woman’ that was already used in the 1980s. It refers to Filipinas who are confidently beautiful and aren’t afraid to show […]... Keep on reading: What does the ‘Bebot’ trend say about Filipina beauty?

Battalion commander, 11 others face raps over alleged Basilan hazing

Battalion commander, 11 others face raps over alleged Basilan hazing

MANILA, Philippines — The former commander and 11 officers of the Police Regional Office Bangsamoro Mobile Force Battalion B (PRO BAR MFB 14B) are facing criminal complaints for the alleged hazing of over 100 recruits in Basilan, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. The complaints were for physical injury in relation to Republic Act No. 11053 or the Anti-Hazing Act, PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño noted in a press briefing in Camp Crame on Tuesday. He only identified the former RMFB 14B commander as a police colonel and the 11 others as a police major, five police corporals and […]... Keep on reading: Battalion commander, 11 others face raps over alleged Basilan hazing