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PhilATOM HOUSE BILL PASADO NA SA KAMARA Lusot na sa ikatlo at huling pagbasa ng Kamara ang House Bill 9293 o ang proposed Philippine National Nuclear Energy Safety Act. Ayon kay Pangasinan 2nd District Representative Mark Cojuanco, author ng nasabing bill, 200 na mga mambabatas ang bomoto pabor sa house bill, 7 ang hindi pabor at 2 ang nag abstent. Layon ng panukalang batas ay ang pagbuo ng Philippine Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (PhilATOM) at bumuo ng legal framework ukol sa ligtas na paggamit ng nuclear energy. Kapag itoy maisabatas, ililipat aniya ang lahat ng regulatory functions ng Philippine Nuclear Research Institute sa PhilATOM kabilang na ang pangangasiwa sa radioactive sources and devices sa bansa. House of Representatives of the Philippines Senate of the Philippines Senator Migz Zubiri @followers

BIR FILES CRIMINAL CASES WITH AN ESTIMATED TAX LIABILITY OF P1.8B AGAINST 69 CORPORATIONS, CORPORATE OFFICERS & ACCOUNTANTS UNDER ITS RUN AFTER FAKE TRANSACTIONS PROGRAM The Bureau of Internal Revenue Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui Jr. led the filing of 15 criminal cases against the Buyers and Sellers of Ghost Receipts under the Run After Fake Transactions Task Force of the BIR last November 22, 2023. A total of 69 Respondents (corporations, corporate officers, and accountants) were impleaded in the criminal cases filed before the Department of Justice, with an estimated tax liability of P1.8 billion pesos. "The sale and use of Ghost Receipts is a tax-evasion scheme of the highest order. The BIR is committed to filing civil and criminal charges against all corporations, corporate officers, and accountants involved in this syndicate. We are already preparing the next set of criminal cases." Commissioner Lumagui stated. These Buyers and Sellers of Ghost Receipts come from different industries such as construction and hardware, marketing of goods, equipments, office supplies, automotive oils, trading of metals, contractor electrical and mechanical systems, hotel, and food services. This shows the magnitude of this syndicate because it covers an array of industries. These Buyers and Sellers have violated Section 254 - Tax Evasion, Section 255 - Failure to Supply Correct and Accurate Information in the ITR and VAT Returns, Section 267 - Perjury and Section 257 - Making False Records or Report under the National Internal Revenue Code.

Filipino Inventors Society (FIS), "NATIONAL INVENTORS WEEK 2023".Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Full Video: NATIONAL YOUTH COMMISSION UNVEILS THE PHILIPPINE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2023-2028 The National Youth Commission (NYC), marked a pivotal moment by unveiling the Philippine Youth Development Plan 2023-2028: “Kabataan: Kaagapay sa Kaunlaran." The plan is a comprehensive roadmap for empowering the Filipino youth to become active participants in the country's social, economic, and political development. The PYDP 2023-2028 is aligned with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. 's Socio-Economic Agenda and AmBisyon Natin 2040, the long-term vision for the Philippines to become a prosperous and inclusive country. The Plan is also aligned with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), recognizing the youth as key agents of change and that their active participation is essential to achieve the SDGs. "The PYDP 2023-2028 serves as a resounding testament to NYC's commitment to investing in the youth, who are the key to unlocking the Philippines’ potential," said NYC Commissioner representing Luzon and PYDP Committee Chairperson, Asec. Reena Vivienne Pineda. The PYDP 2023-2028 was developed in consultation with youth leaders, experts, and stakeholders from government, civil society, and the private sector. The plan also benefited from the expertise of the UP Social Action Research and Development Foundation, which provided technical assistance in its formulation. "The PYDP 2023-2028 is not just a plan; it is a call to action. We call on all stakeholders to join us in implementing this plan and ensuring that it delivers on its promise of empowering Filipino youth to become the agents of change and the driving force behind our nation's continued progress," ASec. Pineda added. The launch of the PYDP 2023-2028 is a significant milestone for the Philippine youth. The plan provides a clear roadmap for the development of Filipino youth and a framework for collaboration among all stakeholders. With the implementation of the PYDP, the Philippines can truly harness th

Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) Chairman Atty Teofilo Guadiz lll humarap sa mga transport groups na nagsasagawa ng transport strike.

Very inspiring messages of Quezon City Police District (QCPD) District Director, Police Brigadier General REDRICO "Red" ATIENZA MARANAN during the MEDIA NIGHT at QCPD Camp Karingal, in Quezon City, with all QCPD Beat Reporters.

PTFoMS working for more benefits for members of the media QUEZON CITY – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) on Friday (Nov. 17) assured that they are doing their best in order to provide the members of the media more benefits while in the performance of their duty. In a press conference held at the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) hosted by PIA Director General Undersecretary Jose A. Torres, Jr. and PIA Deputy Director-General for Regional Operations Adolfo Ares P. Gutierrez, PTFoMS Executive Director Undersecretary Paul M. Gutierrez said that under Executive Order No. 1, their mandate is to investigate all violations on the life and liberty of all the members of the media. “It encompasses not only the tri-media (Radio/Television/Newspaper) but the quad-media (online/social media platform), as well,” Gutierrez said. He cited that on May 25, 2023, Cris Bundukin was ambushed while in the performance of his duty. Gutierrez stressed that all of these incidents have been solved or ongoing, including the ambush slay of Percy Lapid on Oct. 25, 2022. “On our own way, we are doing our best to work out for more benefits for the members of the media,” he said. The Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) has signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the PTFoMS to extend legal assistance to members of the media who may have been facing legal problems in the performance of their respective duties. Gutierrez also said that the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is also silently helping the members of the press pertaining to the problems they are encountering. The PTFoMS boasted that the BangsaMoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) may even be the first to pass into law the “BARMM Media Welfares Act”. “Magkaroon man lang, kumbaga, ng minimum wage ang members ng media. Nasa technical working group na po ito. Tayo po ay nakahandang magparticipate dito,” Gutierrez said. “Likewise, overtime, kasama na ang hazard pa

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NCCA URGES RESPECT FOR FILIPINO VALUES IN EVERYDAY LIFE QUEZON CITY – The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) on Friday (Nov. 17) urged respect for Filipino values in everyday life. In a press conference at the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) here in this city hosted by PIA Deputy Director-General for Regional Operations Adolfo Ares P. Gutierrez, NCCA Commissioner for the Sub-Commission for the Arts Dr. Arvin Villalon cited Presidential Proclamation 9749 declaring November as the “Filipino Values Month”. Dr. Villalon noted that “Ang pagmamano ay isa lamang expression. Gayunpaman ito’y expression. Ang pagmamano ay buhay pa.” “Isa pang legal basis ng Filipino Values ay ang GMRC (Good Manners and Right Conduct) and Values Formation Law. Ang magtuturo talaga ng values ay tayo, kasama na ang media,” he said. “Napakadiverse kasi ng ating bansa pero pagdating sa values ay nagkakaisa tayo. Pinupush ng NCCA na iinstitutionalize ang 20 Filipino values sa school curriculum ng DepEd (Department of Education) from Grade 1 to Grade 6,” he added. The GMRC which has become a law, and seems to have become “problematic”, is taught to Grade 1 students until they graduate in elementary. “Two years ago, we had a short film about the “Filipino values”, which was “negative” in order to strengthen the values rooted to Filipino family culture,” Dr. Villalon said. “Years back, sinubukan namin ang values ng dance at isusunod na ang mga kanta na nagpapakita ng pagiging malikhain ng Filipino,” he added. The NCCA made an Audio-Visual Presentation (AVP) of the Balay Pinoy, the NCCA Filipino Values Month celebration with the theme: “Ang Paaralan ang Ikalawang Tahanan ng mga Mag-aaral (The School is the Second Home of the Students)” na kinunan sa Lake Sebu. Among the highlights of the activities being undertaken by the NCCA coinciding with the celebration of the Filipino Values Month are the “Bono” which in T’boli means

ACTUAL NA PAMAMARIL NG DALAWANG PASAHERONG LALAKI SA MAG ASAWANG PASAHERO SA LOOB NG VICTORY LINER BUS NAKUHANAN NG VIDEO PNP SPOT REPORT: FOR: RD PRO3 FROM: PD, NEPPO (Carranglan MPS) WHAT: Shooting Incident (Murder) WHERE: Brgy. Minuli, Carranglan, N.E. WHEN: Time of Incident:November 15, 2023, 12:50 PM Time Reported : 1:30 PM same date WHO: victim- one (1) male and one (1) female unidentified suspects- two (2) unidentified male persons HOW: On said place, time and date, one (1) Victory Liner Bus Plate No. CAY 3363was traversing the mountainous part of Carranglan going to South diection and without apparent reason the two (2) suspects shot the victims on the head and neck four (4) times and then they stop the bus near the river of the above mentioned place of incident and went down. Immediately the bus went to the Compac located at Brgy. Joson, Carranglan, N.E and reported the incident. Team of compac immediately responded at the said place of incident.

LTFRB PRESS CONFERENCE RE: UPCOMING TRANSPORT STRIKE . YT: https://youtu.be/jku2gxIBKmY?si=OTvKodPAgv3Un3cD

House of Representatives COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ACCOUNTS (Day-2 November 14, 2023) Chairperson: Rep.Joseph Stephen "Caraps" S. Paduano Party List - ABANG LINGKOD Agenda: Privilege Speeches delivered on the floor on July 31, 2023 – On the utilization of public funds for the NATIONAL COMMISSION ON MUSLIM FILIPINOS (NCMF)’ coordination and management of the HAJJ PILGRIMAGE, and ensuring compliance with mandated standards (Rep. Ziaur-Rahman 'Zia' Alonto Adiong and Deputy Speaker Yasser Alonto Balindong) YT: https://youtu.be/Gb6qDV6s_4g?si=RM5cuIQNeUTZJbI4 📷 HOR House of Representatives of the Philippines

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BIR SEIZES ILLICIT CIGARETTES IN DAVAO REVENUE REGION WITH 252M IN TAX LIABILITIES Bureau of Internal Revenue, headed by Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui Jr, had another successful operation against illicit cigarette traders and smugglers last November 6, 2023. A total of 717 master cases or 358,500 packs of illicit cigarette with an estimate of P 252 Million in tax liabilities were confiscated by the BIR. This was a joint enforcement operation with the Naval Forces of Eastern Mindanao Command based in Davao City. "The BIR will continue the fight against illicit tobacco traders or smugglers wherever they may be. The BIR will continue to protect compliant taxpayers while prosecuting illicit trade. We will not stop. Expect more enforcement operations," Commissioner Lumagui stated. The joint operation discovered that brands such as Canon, GreenHill, and Bros were being smuggled into the Philippines without proper payment of excise taxes. These traders are in violation of Section 130 of the National Internal Revenue Code as amended, Republic Act 11900, and Revenue Regulations Nos. 7-2021, 18-2021, and 14-2022. Another successful enforcement operation was conducted on November 8 by the BIR resulting to confiscation of 51 master cases or 25,500 packs of New Orleans smuggled cigarettes with an estimated tax liabilities of P 17.9 Million. This was a joint operation with the Davao City Police Office PS6 and Task Force Davao during the random checkpoint in Bunawan, Davao City.

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee on Public Accounts Chairperson: Hon. Joseph Stephen “Caraps” S. Paduano (Day 1 - November 7, 2023) Agenda: Initial hearing on the Privilege Speech of Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong, 1st District, Lanao del Sur, delivered on July 31, 2023, and the Privilege Speech of Rep. Yasser Alonto Balindong, 2nd District, Lanao del Sur, delivered on July 31, 2023, concerning the utilization of public funds for the NATIONAL COMMISSION ON MUSLIM FILIPINOS (NCMF)’ coordination and management of the HAJJ PILGRIMAGE Pilgrimage, and ensuring compliance with mandated standards. YT: https://youtu.be/DP65z_E6Vc8?si=-vaulv9jeYmmq6tz 📷 HOR House of Representatives of the Philippines

Senator Raffy Tulfo nanindigan na dapat sundin ang nakasaad sa batas kaugnay sa No Collection Policy sa mga Public Schools. ((details to ff)) YT: https://youtu.be/0s-IT-7qjWM?si=LHprbUFve4GUnf__ Camera 📷 Senate of the Philippines

The Securities and Exchange Commission has advised the public against dealing with the following entities due to their unauthorized solicitation of investments without the necessary license from the Commission: 1. 7-ELEVEN ELECTRONIC COMMERCE LIMITED/7-ELEVEN ELECTRONIC COMMERCE LIMITED – PASSI BRANCH 2. AJC 888 INC 3. DT TRADING DATA/DATA TECHNOLOGY TRADING 4. BETTER EXPERIENCE 5. NEW GEN-Z HOLDINGS MARKETING GROUP 6. KAMAYO SEAFOODS BUFFET/KAMAYO SEAFOODS FRANCHISING AND CO-OWNERSHIP PROGRAM/KAMAYO FOOD PARK CO-OWNERSHIP PROGRAM 7. HEDGE BIT TRADING INC. 8. ZTOCK operated and offered by WETRADE TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTD Some of these groups' investment schemes or actions resemble a pyramid/Ponzi scheme, where investors earn through recruitment fees instead of the sale of actual products/services, and investors are paid using the contribution of new members, according to the SEC. In this regard, we humbly request for your assistance in the dissemination and/or posting of the attached social media card. The Commission remains unwavering in its efforts to stamp out illegal investment-taking activities through financial literacy campaigns and advisories to the public. You may visit the SEC website at www.sec.gov.ph to learn more about the Commission’s enforcement actions and investor education campaign.

LWUA’s DECISION ON THE METRO CEBU WATER DISTRICT LEADERSHIP The Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) maintains that water districts are autonomous agencies independent of local government units. This is in relation to the ongoing row at the Metro Cebu Water District (MCWD) wherein the chairman and two members of the MCWD Board of Trustees have been replaced by the Cebu City government without a confirmation of validity from LWUA. LWUA stands firm that local executives have no authority to remove board members of a water district, citing Section 7 of Presidential Decree 198 which created LWUA in 1973. The said section states, “Upon filing of resolution forming the Water District, the local government or governments concerned shall lose ownership, supervision, and control or any right whatsoever over the district except as provided therein.” Regarding the LWUA Board Resolution 35 for the agency’s intervention and providing an interim board for MCWD – in line with the Cebu City government’s move to replace members of the Board – LWUA clarifies that such resolution has not been approved by the LWUA Board. LWUA Administrator Vicente Homer Revil explains that the said resolution was only “hastily” submitted on the day of the LWUA Board meeting itself. “Copies of board materials have to be submitted in advance before it becomes part of the agenda in the board meeting. Moreover, there was no prior legal and technical review by the LWUA management on the proposed takeover of MCWD,” Revil said. Revil adds that the said resolution was only signed by two (2) out of five (5) members of the LWUA Board which is not a majority, hence, not a final and executory resolution. Aside from this, there is also an issue of forgery on the signature of the LWUA Board Secretary on Resolution 35, which was drafted by LWUA Chairman Ronnie Ong’s private staff. When asked by Chairman Ong for an update on the resolution weeks later, Assistant Board Secretar

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AGIA CITES PDIC FOR CHAMPIONING INNOVATION, BEST PRACTICES IN INTERNAL AUDITING The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) was recognized by the Association of Government Internal Auditors, Inc. (AGIA) for its exceptional contribution in implementing innovations and/or best practices in internal auditing in the Government-owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC) sector during the AGIA’s 64th Annual National Convention cm Seminar. PDIC Vice President Josie Jane C. Ablir received the award on behalf of the Corporation. The event was held on October 17 to 20, 2023 in Aklan with the theme, “AGIA: Anchor of Governance with Integrity and Accountability for Quality Public Service”. The Association of Government Internal Auditors, Inc. (AGIA) recognized the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) for its exceptional contribution in implementing innovations and/or best practices in internal auditing in the Government Owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC) sector, particularly in Internal Control Assessment (ICA) during AGIA’s 64th Annual National Convention cm Seminar held on October 17-20, 2023 at the Boracay Newcoast Convention Center in Malay, Aklan. The PDIC was the sole awardee for the best innovations/practices in Internal Auditing. PDIC Vice President Josie Jane C. Ablir (Internal Audit Group) accepted the award on behalf of the Corporation. The PDIC was recognized following the evaluation of its entry on the ICA Rating which was submitted in July 2023 to the AGIA’s Search for Internal Audit Service (IAS) with Best Innovations and Best Practices in Internal Auditing. Entries were evaluated based on relevance/significance in internal auditing, contribution to agency operations, and sustainability. AGIA’s Search aimed to give due recognition and reward to government internal auditing units for best innovations/practices in internal auditing that contribute to efficient and effective public service and good governance. The search for I

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