Ombudsman suspends 139 NFA officials amid rice sale probe; DA chief takes over as NFA administrator
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. on Monday implemented the preventive suspension ordered by the Ombudsman against 139 officials of the National Food Authority (NFA) amidst the ongoing investigation into alleged disadvantageous sale of rice buffer stocks.
Rebranded Manila Harbor Center transitions as Manila Multipurpose Terminal
The Manila Harbor Center has shed its old name, adopted a new logo and goes about its business as the Manila Multipurpose Terminal. The transition reflects its growth trajectory and strengthens the connection to its parent firm, the International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI).
Advanced technology helps Globe deter SIM registration fraud
Globe Telecom has significantly upgraded its SIM registration channels, prioritizing customer protection and combating fraudulent activities.
Trend Micro helps take down top ransomware threat group LockBit
Trend Micro Inc,, a global cybersecurity leader, on Monday bared its role in helping global law enforcement partners disrupt mega-ransomware group LockBit, and kill the viability of its long-term malware plans.
Higher tax collection narrows budget deficit in 2023 to P1.512T
Increased tax collection last year narrowed the government’s budget deficit to P1.512 trillion from P1.614 trillion in 2022, albeit slightly wider than the P1.499 trillion deficit target for the year.
