Gov’t will help retailers affected by rice price cap – Romualdez

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer September 4, 2023 Good day. Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. Gov't will help retailers affected by rice price cap – Romualdez MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Sunday vowed to "root out" unscrupulous rice traders as he assured retailers opposing a cap on the selling price of the staple that the government was willing to listen to their concerns. By Marlon Ramos and Jerome Aning Dismissed cop was given separation pay – Tolentino MANILA, Philippines — The dismissed policeman who attacked a cyclist in Quezon City is now hounded by another controversy — he has yet to return the separation pay that he had received despite his dismissal, according to Sen. Francis Tolentino. By Marlon Ramos NO JET SKIS Onlookers on Sunday, the last day of the 34th Philippine Travel Mart, are enticed with tour packages to the Kalayaan islands, an area within country's waters claimed by Beijing. The pricey offers (inset) include a wide range of recreational activities, but not jet skiing, which travel agents said is "not environmentally sustainable." - RICHARD A. REYES Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. Diokno wants test for free SUC tuition Students who are attending state-run universities and colleges (SUCs) must pass a national test in order to be entitled to free tuition and other benefits, instead of enjoying these subsidies by simply getting admitted and retained by the institutions, according to Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno. By Ronnel W. Domingo OPINION Keep watchful eye on Maharlika fund It is important for Filipinos to remain vigilant and keep a watchful eye on how billions of pesos in public funds will be invested. Our vigilance has paid off in the early stages, but this is no time to let our guard down. Instead, we must be encouraged by the progress that a vocal citizenry made and be prepared to make ourselves heard again, if necessary. By Editorial Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. REGISTER NOW Hi . Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime