Day: January 13, 2026
DPWH: Funds for infra projects to be now disbursed as lump sum
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said funds allocated for every infrastructure project in the country will now be released as a single lump sum amount instead of in tranches to avoid delays in implementation.
Bamboo, anahaw huts to serve as temporary housing for evacuees amid Mayon unrest
Some residents of Sto. Domingo, Albay are preparing huts made of bamboo and anahaw to serve as temporary housing in case Mayon Volcano is placed under Alert Level 4.
LTO: E-driver’s license is valid, may be used during a traffic violation or inspection
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced that digital license issued by the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) is fully recognized as valid identification of drivers.
Marcos: Sustainable development, climate action a ‘shared imperative”
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday stressed the importance of enhanced global cooperation in advancing sustainable development and strengthening climate action during his visit to Abu Dhabi, noting that sustainability is now a “shared imperative.”
No super flu cases in Region 1, health officials say
Health authorities in Region 1 have assured the public that there are still no recorded cases of “super flu” in the area, as of this writing, despite growing concern among parents as children report flu-like symptoms amid changing weather conditions.
Students for Life report finds massive uptick in Christian colleges’ support for abortion, Planned Parenthood
Abortion support among Christian colleges has reportedly surged 38% since Roe v. Wade was overturned, with one in seven now connected to abortion.
OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are ‘dominating’ visas for their ‘extraordinary ability’
OnlyFans stars and TikTok influencers are increasingly applying for O-1 “extraordinary ability” work visas that have been traditionally used by Hollywood celebrities.
DHS demands MN leaders honor ICE detainers, alleges hundreds of criminal aliens have been released under Walz
Trump admin tells Gov. Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey to honor ICE detainers for more than 1,300 criminal illegal immigrants held in Minnesota, after allegedly releasing hundreds back on to the streets.
Iran protests spark regime survival question as exiled dissident says it feels like a ‘revolution’
Iran faces unprecedented protests as citizens unite around overthrowing the Islamic Republic, marking the most serious threat to the regime since 1979.
Mamdani calls ICE detention of NYC employee ‘assault on our democracy’
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani demanded the release of a City Council employee detained by federal immigration officials during routine appointment on Monday.
