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HPG launches crackdown on fake green plates
The Highway Patrol Group (HPG) on Wednesday said it has launched a crackdown against vehicles with fake green plates, which are designated for hybrid (HEV) and electric vehicles (EV) only.
Tesla debuts ‘affordable’ Model Y and 3 that strike some as too expensive
Tesla rolled out “affordable” versions of its best-selling Model Y SUV and its Model 3 sedan, but the starting prices of $39,990 and $36,990 were too high, some said.
Tesla teases Tuesday event as focus shifts to affordable EVs
In a nine-second video posted on social media platform X on Sunday, Tesla showed a vehicle with its headlights illuminated in a dark setting, while hinting at an event set for Tuesday in a separate video that had “10/7” at the end.
Marcos orders agencies to fully implement Sagip Sakap Act
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Saturday issued an executive order (EO) directing all agencies to fully implement a law that ensures the increase in productivity of farmers and fisherfolk through enterprise development and direct government procurement of their produce.
Malacañang touts business gains from new ASEAN, China trade pacts
Philippine businesses are set to gain new opportunities throughout the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and with China following the signing of two trade agreements in Malaysia, top officials said over the weekend.
DOF eyes higher tax-exempt ceilings for private, public workers” benefits
The Department of Finance, along with the Bureau of Internal Revenue, is looking into raising the tax-exempt ceilings for the benefits being received by both private and public sector workers.
DBM approves P740.834-million replenishment for DSWD, OCD quick response
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Friday said it has approved a total of P740.834 million additional replenishment for the quick response funds of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Department of National Defense-Office of Civil Defense (OCD).
DICT extends common tower licenses to 15 years
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) announced Friday it has extended the license life of shared telecommunications tower infrastructures in the country as a part of efforts to cut red tape and provide tower companies a longer, faster leeway to build.
Smart COO Boy Martinez steps down
Smart Communications Inc. chief operating officer (COO) Anastacio “Boy” Martinez has stepped down from his post.
Chavit Singson, family turn over part of Metrowalk property to DOTr for subway project
Former Ilocos Sur Governor Luis “Chavit” Singson and his family have turned over a portion of their Metrowalk property to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to give way for the construction of the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP).
