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The National Capital Region’s minimum wage will rise to ₱780 by January 2027, based on the newly approved salary adjustment of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
The ₱85 daily wage increase is divided into two tranches.
The ₱ 60 increase will be implemented in the first tranche on July 19, 2026 — from ₱695 to ₱755.
The ₱ 25 increase in the second tranche will take effect on January 20, 2027 – from ₱755 to ₱780.
The ₱85 increase is the largest wage adjustment granted in NCR. Over 1.1 million workers are expected to benefit from the implementation of wage hike, according to DOLE.
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform Chairperson Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan is calling for an increased budget allocation for local ube production under the 2027 National Budget amid the rising demand for ube in the market.
The Senator also highlighted a study conducted by the Philippine Root Crop Research and Training Center, which identified the following challenges in ube production:
Aside from ube production, Pangilinan noted that funding for the Department of Agriculture and attached agencies is to be boosted to provide sufficient support for farmers and fisherfolk and address the challenges in food security in the Philippines.
“Sa paghahanda para sa deliberasyon ng 2027 national budget, tututukan natin ang pagpapalakas ng pondo para sa Department of Agriculture at mga attached agencies nito upang mabigyan sila ng sapat na kakayahan at kagamitan para suportahan ang ating mga magsasaka at mangingisda, palakasin ang sektor ng agrikultura at pangingisda, at tugunan ang kasalukuyan at mga paparating na hamon sa food security ng bansa,” based on the online issued statement
After the House prosecution panel introduced the first batch of private prosecutors, it has now named the second batch of private prosecutors who will assist in the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.
The additional members of the prosecution team include:
Beyond joining the roster of private prosecutors, former Rep. Barbers has been appointed as impeachment adviser of the House prosecution panel.
Mayor Gungun Gica orders the implementation of a cellphone ban in public and private schools in Dumanjug, Cebu.
Because of this, parents are required to register their contact information so they can be reached immediately for emergency concerns.
Security personnel will also be deployed 24 hours to ensure the safety and security of the students, teachers, and staff.
All students are required to undergo an inspection before entering school. Any sharp objects, deadly weapons, and items that could cause trouble will be confiscated. Authorities will also flag minors riding motorcycles without a license.
The curfew for minors will be implemented. Curfew hours for grade 10 students and below will start at 8:00 PM, while for those 18 years old and below will begin at 10:00 PM.
Individuals aged 21 and below are prohibited from buying alcoholic beverages and cigarettes. Establishments or stores caught violating the policy will be held accountable.
According to Mayor Gica, these policies aim to instill discipline among youth.
With reports from Gladys Toabi
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The Department of Energy (DOE) reports that the current oil supply will last for 41 more days.
Meanwhile, the implementation of the oil price adjustment will begin on June 30, 2026.
The price adjustment for gasoline will reach -₱0.10 to ₱1.90 per liter. Diesel will range from -₱1.16 to ₱0.84, kerosene will be at -₱0.78 to ₱1.22.
The price adjustments are effective until July 6, 2026.
