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MARINA launches Service Contracting Program for maritime sector
Published May 25, 2026 5:55pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has launched its nationwide Service Contracting Program for the maritime sector Monday at the Batangas Pier. The Layag Alalay ng Gobyerno…
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DENR: Safeguards in place for Manila, Palawan tree-cutting activities
Published May 25, 2026 5:04pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Monday said strict environmental safeguards and rehabilitation measures are in place for tree-cutting activities along Quirino Avenue in Manila and at the Berong…
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Malacañang to give P30,000 aid to Parola fire victims in Binondo
Published May 25, 2026 4:07pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The Office of the President will distribute P30,000 in assistance to families displaced by the massive fire that hit a residential area at the Parola compound in Binondo over the weekend, Malacañang…
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Resolution urging Bato Dela Rosa’s surrender now at rules committee — Hontiveros
Published May 25, 2026 1:36pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The resolution urging Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa to surrender to authorities and avail himself of legal remedies has been referred to the Senate Committee on Rules, according to Senator Risa Hontiveros.…
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Lawmaker eyes free therapy sessions, P4K monthly allowance for persons with autism
Published May 25, 2026 2:34pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. A bill providing for free therapy sessions and a monthly allowance of P4,000 for persons with autism, among other benefits for them, has been proposed in the House of Representatives. Deputy Speaker…
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Marcos’ Japan visit to focus on maritime security, energy, defense, investments
By LYJAH TIFFANY BONZO, GMA News Published May 25, 2026 2:35pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos will embark on a state visit to Tokyo, Japan, from May 26 to 29, 2026, at the…
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Ralph Recto faces plunder complaint over P60-B Philhealth fund transfer
Published May 25, 2026 1:41pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. Health advocate Dr. Tony Leachon on Monday filed plunder and technical malversation complaints against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto and other Cabinet officials over the transfer to the National Treasury of the P60-billion…
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PMA welcomes 367 new cadets under Class 2030
Published May 25, 2026 12:09pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) formally welcomed its newest batch of cadets after conducting oath-taking and reception rites for 367 incoming cadets under Class 2030. In a statement over the weekend, the…
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Benguet farmers struggle with low vegetable prices, oppose planned carrot imports
Farmers in Benguet are facing heavy losses as cabbage prices continue to fall due to oversupply and rising transport costs, while concerns grow over the government’s plan to import 6,000 metric tons of carrots. Benguet, known as the country’s “Salad Bowl,” supplies nearly 80% of the upland vegetables sold in Metro Manila, but many farmers…
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Albay bettor wins P25M prize to Superlotto 6/49 – PCSO
Published May 24, 2026 10:55pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. A bettor bagged the P25 million jackpot prize to the Superlotto 6/49 during the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draw on Sunday, May 24, 2026. The bettor bought the winning ticket in…
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Lacson confirms efforts to change Senate leadership
Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Sunday confirmed that efforts are underway to change the Senate leadership, as the chamber recently convened as an impeachment court for the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. “Confirmed. Talagang mayroong pagkilos [na palitan ang liderato ng Senado] (I confirm that there are efforts to change the Senate leadership),” Lacson…
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PNP to secure missing sabungeros’ kin amid alleged pressure from Atong Ang camp
Published May 24, 2026 3:04pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Sunday said it is prepared to provide security to the families of missing cockfight enthusiasts following reports of alleged pressure from the camp of businessman Charlie…
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Labor group disputes workplace happiness report
Published May 24, 2026 1:51pm Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. A labor group on Sunday questioned the validity of a recently published workplace happiness report by an online job search company, saying widespread labor rights violations, job insecurity, and low wages cast…
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BI: No hold departure order yet vs Bato dela Rosa; only lookout bulletin in effect
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Sunday said a hold departure order (HDO) against Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has yet to be issued, as the former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief remains under an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO) while facing an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC). “Naka-lookout bulletin po siya.…
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Motorcycle taxi riders get cash aid as fuel hike looms anew
Published May 24, 2026 2:28am Add GMA on Google Make this your preferred source to get more updates from this publisher on Google. Thousands of motorcycle taxi riders lined up in Manila to receive cash assistance from the government as another increase in fuel prices is expected next week, according to a report by 24…