August 8, 2024

W. Visayas headline inflation in July eases at 4.8%

ILOILO CITY: The July inflation rate in Western Visayas slowed down to 4.8 percent from 4.9 percent in June, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported Thursday.

At a press conference, Statistical Specialist II Miguel S. Gallego said the infl…

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Marcos names new national scientists

MANILA: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has named two new national scientists in recognition of their immense contributions in the fields of genetics, nematology, and plant pathology.

President Marcos issued Proclamations 642 and 643 on Aug. 2, dec…

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Gadon: Healthcare system improves under PBBM admin

MANILA: The Marcos administration has made significant strides in improving the country’s healthcare system, Presidential Adviser for Poverty Alleviation Secretary Larry Gadon said Wednesday.

Gadon issued the statement after Vice President Sara Duter…

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High Speed Hitters triumph over Foxies

MANILA: PLDT High Speed Hitters pulled off a 25-20, 25-23, 25-23 win over Farm Fresh to secure a place in the next round of the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday.

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Bank lending, domestic liquidity up anew in June

MANILA: Bank lending of universal and commercial banks (U/KBs) sustained its growth while domestic liquidity grew at a slightly faster pace in June, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

Preliminary data released by the BSP Wednesday showed tha…

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