PHILIPPINE STAR/MIGUEL DE GUZMANTHE National Food Authority (NFA) reported that it procured 208,691.6 metric tons (MT) of palay, or unmilled rice in the fourth quarter, equivalent to 4.17 million bags weighing 50 kilograms each.The NFA said procurement was significantly higher than the year-earlier total of
BW FILE PHOTO THE Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has upheld the tax exemption on the P7,000 uniform or clothing allowance of government employees.“Pursuant to Sections 4 and 244 in relation to Section 33 of the Tax Code of 1997, these regulations are hereby promulgated to
Capping off the first month of 2025, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 004-2025 (RR No. 4-25), amending the rules on certain de minimis benefits. It increased the uniform and clothing allowance to P7,000, which was formerly P6,000 under RR
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MILO and the Department of Education (DepEd) announced collaboration and new sports programs through Milo Active Pilipinas.Milo Active Pilipinas is a nationwide campaign designed to energize and inspire Filipino families to lead an active lifestyle. Under this campaign is a wide variety of on-ground and
Emmanuel Macron is poised to tell Sir Keir Starmer that the UK’s appearance at a key EU summit on Monday signals the failure of Brexit, according to senior diplomats. Britain’s prime minister will be the first UK leader to join an EU Council dinner since the
Donald Trump has announced new US tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, and hinted that the European Union could be next. While any direct impact on the UK would depend on whether the White House follows through with tariffs on British goods, Trump’s protectionist
Since its launch in 2005, The Apprentice has introduced audiences to 18 driven entrepreneurs who vied for a coveted job or investment partnership with Lord Sugar. Over time, the programme has evolved from a straightforward job offer into a business-investment prize of £250,000, enabling winners to
Businesses grappling with rising energy costs could see higher bills under Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s proposal to link the UK’s emissions policy with the European Union’s carbon pricing scheme. Critics—including Tory MPs, leading Brexiteers, and energy analysts—warn that adopting stricter EU rules could inflate manufacturing
In the ever-evolving world of online gaming, South Korean developer Joon Yung Min is making waves with his latest creation, Mobile Marble Race. This innovative platform, which integrates augmented reality (AR) with interactive gameplay, has captivated millions of players worldwide, positioning Min as a rising
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