DPWH cites failed biddings for slow classroom construction

GMA Network - Oct 16, 2026

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said Friday that failed biddings are among the reasons for the slow progress in classroom construction under the education sector's 2026 infrastructure budget.

Read full article

More News

Police receive nine reports on suspicious packages at Tampin, Nilai schools

Oct 16, 2026

Checks confirmed there were no explosives or hazardous materials, says state police chief.

S'pore to issue preventive measure notices to seven Indonesian firms linked to haze

Oct 16, 2026

Minister says air quality likely to fluctuate and potentially reach hazardous levels.

Ho Chi Minh City unveils $193M wave-shaped bridge across Saigon River

Oct 16, 2026

The Thu Thiem 4 Bridge features wave-shaped arches and dedicated pedestrian decks across the Saigon River, linking Ho Chi Minh City's southern part with Thu Thiem new urban area in the city's east.

2 dead in separate road accidents in Quezon

Oct 16, 2026

LUCENA CITY – Two motorists died in separate road accidents along the Maharlika Highway in Quezon province on Thursday and Friday, police reported. In Sariaya town, a 25-year-old motorcycle rider died after his vehicle crashed into the rear of a parked dump truck along the highway in Barangay Sto. Cristo at around 11 p.m. on

2,200 bamboo seedlings planted in Zambales reforestation drive

Oct 16, 2026

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — To help restore vegetation cover and protect the local ecosystem, 2,200 Kawayan Bayog seedlings have been planted in a 69.8-hectare forest plantation in Barangay Guinabon in Sta. Cruz, Zambales. In a statement on Friday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Central Luzon said that the planting activity brought

Ombudsman Remulla sees charges filed vs. Legarda, Leviste soon

Oct 16, 2026

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said the filing of criminal cases against Senator Loren Legarda and Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste over an undelivered power supply by Leviste"s solar firm are forthcoming.

NBI summons ‘Machong Chismisan’ hosts over derogatory remark

Oct 16, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Friday said it has already issued subpoenas to the hosts of the now-terminated podcast, “Machong Chismisan,” which drew widespread criticism after their derogatory remarks about actress Kris Aquino’s eldest son, Josh. READ: ‘Macho’ hosts turn meek, apologize for mocking Kris Aquino son Josh NBI Director

UM student claims threatened, harassed after Najib fundraiser criticism goes viral

Oct 16, 2026

Ummi says she will stand by her statement and won't be intimidated.

More than half of 45,000 schools lack principals as most fail qualifying exam -- DepEd

Oct 16, 2026

An estimated 23,000 schools do not have principals as most applicants fail the qualifying examination, the Department of Education (DepEd) said Friday during its budget hearing before the Senate Finance Committee.

Peso tumbles beyond 63:$1

Oct 16, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso weakened further on Friday, hitting another record low against the dollar as expectations of higher US interest rates bolstered the greenback. The local currency opened at 63.03 per dollar before sliding to an intraday low of 63.23 during the morning trade, according to data from the Bankers Association of the

Mindanao politician linked to Laos drug case faced past drug cases – PNP

Oct 16, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The politician from Mindanao who allegedly financed the chartered flight linked to the 521-kilogram shabu seizure in Laos had previously been involved in illegal drug cases, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said Friday. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) earlier dentified the financier behind the drug operation as being based in Mindanao.

Ombudsman: Cagayan solon Lara under preliminary investigation over contractor ties

Oct 16, 2026

Ombudsman investigators have filed a P1.9 billion plunder complaint vs. Cagayan Rep. Jojo Lara over his alleged ownership of construction companies which won government contracts, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said Friday.

DPWH cites failed biddings for slow classroom construction

More News

Police receive nine reports on suspicious packages at Tampin, Nilai schools

S'pore to issue preventive measure notices to seven Indonesian firms linked to haze

Ho Chi Minh City unveils $193M wave-shaped bridge across Saigon River

2 dead in separate road accidents in Quezon

2,200 bamboo seedlings planted in Zambales reforestation drive

Ombudsman Remulla sees charges filed vs. Legarda, Leviste soon

NBI summons ‘Machong Chismisan’ hosts over derogatory remark

UM student claims threatened, harassed after Najib fundraiser criticism goes viral

More than half of 45,000 schools lack principals as most fail qualifying exam -- DepEd

Peso tumbles beyond 63:$1

Mindanao politician linked to Laos drug case faced past drug cases – PNP

Ombudsman: Cagayan solon Lara under preliminary investigation over contractor ties

Recommended

PAL sets week-long seat sale for business, premium economy

PSEi climbs 2.11% on bargain hunting, lower oil prices

Gokongwei, Salazar win 2026 MAP Management Person of the Year

Prosecutors end evidence presentation vs. Marcoleta on first day of trial, says Remulla

PCSO Lotto Results: Lone Megalotto 6/45 winner bags over P115 million jackpot

Tesla unveils new Roadster that flips in air with SpaceX thrusters

Rising fuel, other costs led to failed classroom construction bids – DPWH

House leader pushes investigation into Cale88 linked to VP Sara's spouse

Baligod, 14 others arrested over ‘unjust vexation’ case

WATCH: Marcos to summon Chinese envoy, fuel price changes top INQToday