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Commuters can now simply use their mobile phones to generate a QR code from partner e-wallets and online bank accounts to scan at Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) terminals.

Passengers may also use automated teller machine (ATM) cards from partner banks by tapping them on the LRT gate scanners to gain access to the train platform.

According to the Department of Transportation (DOTr), utilizing e-wallets and ATM cards will ensure a more comfortable commuter experience in LRT-2 as it helps prevent long queues, especially during rush hours.

DOTr Undersecretary for Railways Timothy John Batan noted that following its successful rollout in Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), the same technology is now being implemented on LRT-2.

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) assured the public of tight security measures protecting financial accounts used on the transit line.

“Now if you need to, you have any issues you can always raise it up to the BSP Action Center or sa DICT po,” DICT Sec. Henry Aguda said

The BSP stated that it has issued a cybersecurity standard for all banks to ensure they are aligned with global security and cybersecurity standards, keeping all digital transactions secure.

They also added that complaints regarding passenger overcharging can be submitted for a dispute process, which typically takes five days.

If a more extensive review is required, it may take up to 30 days before adjustments or refunds are applied.

For students, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities (PWD) discounts, the BSP stated that fare deductions will be automatically applied based on the registered profile of the account holder.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to leave tomorrow for Singapore for a three-day working visit.

In Singapore, he will meet with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

He will also meet with several business leaders in Singapore.

Malacañang released details on President Marcos's upcoming working visit to Singapore, including a courtesy call with Singapore's Prime Minister.

"Sa maiksing working visit, nakatakdang magkaroon ng courtesy call ang Pangulo kay Prime Minister His Excellency Lawrence Wong kung saan inaasahang isulong ang pagpapalawak ng kooperasyon sa trade and investment, environment and health, at regional and global development habang patuloy na isusulong ang commitment ng dalawang bansa hinggil sa ASEAN Centrality at Regional Stability."

(During the brief working visit, the President is set to have a courtesy call with Prime Minister His Excellency Lawrence Wong, where they are expected to push for expanded cooperation in trade and investment, environment and health, and regional and global development, while continuing to advance the two countries' commitment to ASEAN Centrality and Regional Stability.)

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The Strait of Hormuz remains open and safe for all vessels passing through in accordance with the law.

According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), American forces are positioned and ready to ensure freedom of navigation despite unjustified pressure, threats, and declarations from Iran.

American forces are positioned and ready to ensure freedom of navigation, despite unjustified pressure, threats, and declarations from Iran.

The US also firmly emphasized that Iran does not control the said waterway.

At present, traffic flow remains continuous and unhampered for ships sailing through despite the renewed exchange of attacks between America and Iran.

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The public can now access all documents related to and presented in the impeachment trial.

According to Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian, a new impeachment tab has been added to the Senate website, with separate sections for the prosecution, the defense, court orders issued, and the official journal.

The Senate Secretariat, acting as the impeachment clerk of court, will upload the pleadings, records, manifestations, and documentary evidence submitted during the proceedings.

Gatchalian said the move aims to ensure transparency in a trial that has drawn intense public attention.

In relation to this, Gatchalian urged Filipinos to review the records themselves.

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Manila, Philippines – Senator Panfilo Lacson will not support the opening of a box containing Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) records of Vice President Sara Duterte and Atty. Manases Carpio.

The senator believes that permission from the president is needed first, in line with the National Internal Revenue Code.

The prosecution's request to subpoena records from the BIR, the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), and banks in connection with the impeachment trial is set to be argued in oral arguments on Wednesday, July 15.

Meanwhile, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian announced that all documents and evidence from the trial will be published on the official website of the Senate to ensure transparency and prevent the spread of disinformation.

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