On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, the Supreme Court (SC) upheld Sandiganbayan’s decision to dismiss the PHP 1.052 billion civil forfeiture lawsuit against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s family and their alleged accomplices over lack of evidence.
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Maharlika Investment Fund signed into law
The Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) bill was signed into law on Tuesday, July 18, more than seven months after being first introduced in the legislative branch.
New LPA to enter PAR, likely to intensify as tropical cyclone
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Monday, July 17, 2023, that a new low-pressure area (LPA) was monitored east of northeast Mindanao and was forecast to develop into a tropical cyclone within 24 to 48 hours.
Tropical storm Dodong showers rainfall over Luzon
Tropical storm Dodong, the fourth tropical cyclone to hit the Philippines in 2023, strengthened in the morning of Saturday, July 15, bringing rain to different parts of Luzon and enhancing the southwest monsoon, locally known as “habagat”.
Metro Manila to experience water interruptions amid declining supply
Maynilad Water Services Inc. has scheduled nighttime water interruptions which will begin on Wednesday, July 12, to preserve the supply amid the declining water level of Angat Dam, adding that mobile water tankers would be deployed as needed.
July power rate lowered by PHP 0.7213/kWh
On Monday, July 10, 2023, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) announced that the electricity rate this month was reduced by PHP 0.7213 per kilowatt-hour (kWh).
ASHAC 2023 prepares students for upcoming school year
The Ateneo Senior High Advancement Classes (ASHAC) of incoming grade 11 and 12 students across all strands began on Monday, July 3, allowing them to prepare for the school year 2023-2024.
Vintage mortar bomb retrieved in Katipunan bar
In the late afternoon of July 6, 2023, a vintage mortar bomb was found by authorities beside a stall inside the Pop-Up Katipunan.
COA FLAGS OVP FOR NON-COMPLIANCE IN PROCUREMENT PROCESS
The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Office of the Vice President (OVP) for not complying with procurement laws in procuring equipment for its satellite offices.
Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Zambales
In the afternoon of Thursday, July 6, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck Zambales, with effects felt in different parts of Luzon.
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