BIR secures DOJ clearance to file 44 criminal tax cases vs. ‘BGC Boys’ over P1.68-B tax liabilities
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has approved the filing of forty-four (44) criminal tax cases against former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials Jaypee De Leon Mendoza, Henry C. Alcantara, and Brice Ericson D. Hernandez.
The great fork heist and other national priorities
At long last, the public can sleep soundly. The National Capital Region Police Office has announced the arrest of a 43-year-old man accused of attempting to make off with 26 forks and seven silver spoons from a Manila hotel—the estimated value of the alleged loot is P12,658.14.
Salmon implements proactive security measures to counter rising digital fraud
Salmon, one of the country’s leading fintech applications, has strengthened its security infrastructure to address the growing complexity of fraud threats in the Philippines.
PH, Denmark launch project to modernize offshore fishing industry
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has partnered with Denmark to introduce a pilot project aimed at modernizing the Philippines’ offshore fishing sector. Signed through the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the Danish Fishing Technology Cluster, this cooperation marks a new milestone as both countries celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations.
Delivery complaints drop 88% as DICT expands digital reforms
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) reported Thursday that complaints against courier services have fallen by nearly 88 percent over six months, thanks to its Oplan Bantay Padala initiative.
