SC told: UA steals Filipinos’ future
The Supreme Court heard pointed arguments on Tuesday questioning the legality of “unprogrammed appropriations” (UA) in the national budget.
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The Supreme Court heard pointed arguments on Tuesday questioning the legality of “unprogrammed appropriations” (UA) in the national budget.
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The Supreme Court will begin hearing petitions this week challenging provisions in the 2026 national budget that allow the continued use of unprogrammed funds,…
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The Department of Transportation (DoTr) said on Tuesday that it is allocating P1 billion from its 2026 budget to implement service contracting for drivers in…
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Vacillation will not serve the country, as an economist said; if the expectation is that things will get worse, then it’s time to implement determined measures…
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The global oil crisis is no longer a distant economic forecast; it is now at the doorstep of every Filipino athlete.
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TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Corn and rice farmers in Kalinga now have expanded legal protections against unfair market practices following the enactment of the…
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POLOMOLOK, South Cotabato — The municipal government here reassured the local business sector amid mounting concerns over potential oil supply shortages and…
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The real problem is delayed action. Many families think rising oil prices are only temporary. They do not adjust early.
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The unused funds of the Independent Committee for Infrastructure (ICI) will be returned to the National Treasury, while its findings on the flood control…
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The Senate may hold a special session during its month-long break to pass a crucial bill seeking P52.8 billion in supplemental funding for sectors —…
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The Marcos Jr. administration has committed P145.56 billion for the Central Mindanao High Standard Highway, locking in funding for the project through 2034 and…
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Noting that major global events have been re-scheduled in the past, like the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, deferring the ASEAN Summit would save the country P17.5…
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The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) clarified that recent fund releases flagged in public discussions are neither new nor unplanned expenditures, but…
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Fresh doubts clouded the order of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to release P21.47 billion to sustain infrastructure projects, protect jobs, and cushion…
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The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) is urging local government units to intensify efforts against cigarette smuggling, which costs the country billions…
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Systematic corruption within the judicial system can obstruct investigations, weaken prosecutions, and allow criminal and terrorist actors to evade…
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Truly, the three-page document containing six ‘whereases’ has to be revisited in light of the corruption that is yet unresolved to this day.
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For 26 years, the Aboitiz Future Leaders Scholarship Program has supported young individuals with strong academic performance and leadership potential.
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