Day: December 17, 2025
DPWH gets P529.6B budget for 2026
The bicameral conference committee (bicam) on early Thursday morning approved a P529.6 billion budget for the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), saving a total of P20.7 billion following the reductions of overpriced construction materials for government infrastructure projects.
Budget for hiring, benefits of gov’t workers cut to P77B
The bicameral conference committee on late Wednesday reduced the House-approved 2026 budget for the Miscellaneous Personnel Benefits Fund (MPBF) by over P34 million from P111.5 billion to P77.04 billion.
Son of filmmaker Rob Reiner makes court appearance on charges he murdered parents
The younger son of Hollywood filmmaker and political activist Rob Reiner made his first court appearance on Wednesday, charged with double murder in the stabbing deaths of his parents, but the arraignment was postponed for three weeks, and he did not enter a plea.
Woman nabbed for snatching necklace inside church in Ilocos Sur
A 56-year-old woman went straight to jail after police arrested her for snatching a necklace from a 76-year-old woman inside a church in San Juan, Ilocos Sur, shortly after the Misa de Gallo, or dawn mass, on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
Putin derides European leaders as he insists Russia’s war goals in Ukraine will be met by force or diplomacy
Russian President Vladimir Putin declares Russia’s Ukraine war goals will be achieved through negotiations or military force with diplomatic efforts.
Philippines authorities give update on Bondi Beach gunmen’s movements amid speculation about terror training
Philippines authorities reveal details about accused Bondi Beach gunmen’s month-long stay in Davao City, pushing back against terrorism training claims.
Yemen separatist forces seize key oil region, urge US to partner against Iran-backed Houthis
Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council claims control of government-held territory, positioning itself as America’s key partner against Iran-backed Houthis.
The fake refund scam: Why scammers love holiday shoppers
Holiday shopping scams surge as fake refund emails target distracted consumers during Black Friday and holiday seasons, costing Americans billions annually.
Major study reveals why COVID vaccine can trigger heart issues, especially in one group
Stanford researchers identify two proteins that cause rare heart inflammation after COVID-19 vaccination, offering insights into myocarditis prevention.
Federal appeals court rules in favor of Trump administration on DC National Guard deployment
A federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration’s bid to continue National Guard deployment in Washington DC through February.
