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TRB authorizes toll adjustment for NLEX

by Eloisa Samonte-Silverio

TRB authorizes toll adjustment for NLEX

The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) has authorized NLEX to adjust its toll by ₱5.00 in the open system and ₱0.72 per kilometer in the closed system effective March 2, 2025. ​ The adjustments, which followed regulatory procedures and underwent thorough...
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P99.99M Grand Jackpot Awarded at Casino Plus! Jin Ji Bao Xi Gold Hits Max

by Centro News

P99.99M Grand Jackpot Awarded at Casino Plus! Jin Ji Bao Xi Gold Hits Max

Casino Plus has awarded a ₱99,999,999.99 Grand Jackpot on Jin Ji Bao Xi Gold to a lucky player who placed a ₱88 spin, reaching the game’s highest payout. Casino Plus paid out the largest jackpot amount in 2024, showcasing its...
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NLEX inks P2.2B deal with CRBC for new NLEX-C5 Northlink Segment

by Eloisa Samonte-Silverio

NLEX inks P2.2B deal with CRBC for new NLEX-C5 Northlink Segment

NLEX Corporation inked a deal with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) to construct the NLEX—C5 Northlink Segment 8.2 Section 1A Project. The overall project cost of this elevated road from Mindanao Ave. to Quirino Highway is P2.2 billion. The...
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Abalos calls for scrapping VAT on electricity to ease burden on Filipinos, attract investors

by Erick Silverio

Abalos calls for scrapping VAT on electricity to ease burden on Filipinos, attract investors

Former Interior Secretary and senatorial aspirant Benhur Abalos Jr. is pushing for the removal of the Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity to lower costs and attract more investments.     “The Philippines has the second highest electricity rates in...
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Villanueva: Digital Nomad Visa to help boost PH tourism

by Eloisa Samonte-Silverio

Villanueva: Digital Nomad Visa to help boost PH tourism

Senator Joel Villanueva is seeking to institutionalize the grant of a visa for digital nomad — people who travel while working remotely using digital technologies — in an effort to boost the Philippines’ tourism. Villanueva said his past trips to...
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Hontiveros, Aquino, Diokno grace Malolos ‘Iskulimpiks 2025’ opening

by Erick Silverio

Hontiveros, Aquino, Diokno grace Malolos ‘Iskulimpiks 2025’ opening

CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan — The City Government of Malolos formally launched the opening of the ‘Iskulimpiks 2025’ graced by Senator Risa Hontiveros, former senator Bam Aquino and Atty. Chel Diokno held at the Malolos Sports and Convention Center ...
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KARAPATAN renews call to scrap terror laws as PH removal from FATF grey list signals heightened repression, impunity

by Fernando Vinas

KARAPATAN renews call to scrap terror laws as PH removal from FATF grey list signals heightened repression, impunity

KARAPATAN renews its call for the repeal of the Anti-Terrorism Act and the Terrorism Financing Prevention and Suppression Law, as it noted that the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) removal of the Philippines from its “grey list” instigates the furthe...
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Bong Go: Bringing primary care to the grassroots

by Erick Silverio

Bong Go: Bringing primary care to the grassroots

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health, lauded the turnover of the Super Health Center in Sitio Tafal, Barangay Ned, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, on Wednesday, February 19. This is the second Super Health Center ...
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FPJ Panday Bayanihan partylist kicks off campaign in FPJ hometown 

by Erick Silverio

FPJ Panday Bayanihan partylist kicks off campaign in FPJ hometown 

PANGASINAN–FPJ Panday Bayanihan partylist officially launched its campaign on February 16 in vote-rich Pangasinan, particularly in San Carlos City, the hometown of the late Fernando Poe Jr. FPJ Panday Bayanihan’s first nominee Brian Poe led the proclamatio...
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NLEX Corp invests almost P1.4B for technology upgrades

by Eloisa Samonte-Silverio

NLEX Corp invests almost P1.4B for technology upgrades

NLEX Corporation, a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation, is investing nearly 1.4 billion pesos to ensure seamless toll transactions and boost customer experience across its expressway network.    These developments will include the insta...
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