The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has reminded the public that reproducing Philippine banknotes without prior authorization is prohibited by law, following the spread of social media posts falsely claiming that photocopied peso bills can be used to pay for goods and services.
Category: National
EcoWaste Coalition flags continued online sale of mercury-laced cosmetics despite RA 11967
Even though Republic Act No. 11967 (the Internet Transactions Act) took full effect on June 20, e-commerce and social media platforms are still inundated with listings for mercury-contaminated imported skin lighteners, including those already flagged by health regulators and advocacy groups.
Bohol’s T-MATES miss podium finish at World of Dance Summit Global Championship 2026
Bohol-based dance crew T-MATES failed to secure a podium finish in the Team Division of the World of Dance Summit Global Championship 2026 after competing in the finals held at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, USA.
Aboitiz InfraCapital trains Bohol airport personnel to boost operational readiness
Twenty-five personnel of the Aboitiz InfraCapital Bohol Airport Corporation (ABAC), operator of the Bohol–Panglao International Airport (BPIA), have completed specialized Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) training aimed at strengthening the airport’s operational readiness, technical capability, and compliance with international aviation standards.
Bohol bans entry of pigs, pork from Negros for 60 days due to ASF threat
The provincial government of Bohol has imposed a 60-day temporary ban on the entry of live pigs, pork, and pork products from Negros Island to protect the province from the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF).
DPWH says Loboc River project has no completed feasibility study, master plan
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region VII has admitted before the Bohol Sangguniang Panlalawigan that the proposed Loboc River Protection Project has no completed feasibility study and comprehensive master plan.
USDA, Bohol discuss five-year research program to strengthen ubi industry
The provincial government of Bohol and representatives of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) met on June 29 to discuss a proposed five-year research program aimed at improving the province’s ubi industry.
Bohol, DENR, PPA move to speed up port development projects
The provincial government of Bohol has partnered with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) to streamline regulatory processes and accelerate the implementation of port development projects in the province.
Tagbilaran City backs lowering age of criminal liability exemption to below 10
By I. Inojales | 11:04 AM July 02, 2026 TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The Tagbilaran City Government has expressed strong support for amending the Republic […]
Cogon’s Larsine Grace Jensen crowned Mutya sa Tagbilaran 2026
Larsine Grace Jensen of Barangay Cogon was crowned Mutya sa Tagbilaran 2026 during the city’s prestigious beauty pageant held Tuesday night, June 30, as part of the celebration of Tagbilaran City’s 60th Charter Day.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport opens dedicated OFW lounge and facilitation center for OFWs
Recognizing the vital contributions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to the nation, Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) opens its dedicated OFW Lounge and Facilitation Center today, June 26, 2026. Launched in partnership with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), and Cebu Pacific, the new facilities aim to provide a more comfortable and seamless travel experience for millions of Filipinos working abroad.
Gun assigned in Bohol found to share serial number with weapon recovered in Tacloban shooting
A firearm assigned to a security guard in Bohol has become part of the ongoing investigation into the deadly school shooting in Tacloban City after authorities discovered that it carries the same serial number as a revolver recovered from one of the teenage suspects.