Author: Alfredo Ramos
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Comelec Denies Alleged Data Breach of Overseas Voting Information
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Manila has firmly rejected claims of a data breach concerning overseas voting documents. In response, the Comelec’s Cybersecurity Division has initiated a thorough investigation and activated all necessary cybersecurity measures. This includes collaboration with the National Computer Emergency Response Team and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) under…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in ‘Komodo’ International Fleet Review
The Philippine Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review (IFR) as part of Indonesia’s 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ (MNEK). The opening ceremony took place at the Port of Benoa in Bali on February 16, 2025, with 31 navies in attendance. The IFR served as a platform to showcase…
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Philippine Official Clarifies West Philippine Sea Boundaries, Denies Spy Allegations
In a recent press briefing, Jonathan Malaya, Assistant Director General of the National Security Council, firmly refuted assertions that the West Philippine Sea (WPS) is merely a conceptual construct. He emphasized that the WPS is legally defined under Republic Act 12064, known as the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, which was signed into law by President…
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Death of Key NPA Figure Myrna Sularte Deepens Leadership Crisis
The recent demise of Myrna Sularte, a prominent leader within the New People’s Army (NPA) known as Ka Maria Malaya, has significantly exacerbated the leadership crisis within the group, according to General Romeo Brawner Jr., the head of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Sularte, who served as the secretary of the NPA’s Northeastern Mindanao…
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Three Injured in Brazen Daylight Ambush in Maguindanao del Sur
In a shocking incident in Datu Abdullah Sangki, Maguindanao del Sur, a local councilor and two others were wounded in a targeted attack. The assault occurred on Thursday morning when assailants in a vehicle opened fire on Councilor Edris Sangki, 54, and his driver, Barangay Councilman Penny Balawgan, 56, as they traveled on a motorcycle.…
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NAIA Security Uncovers P250,000 in Undeclared Cash from Departing Passenger
At the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), a vigilant security officer from the Office for Transportation Security (OTS) detected P250,000 in undeclared cash from an American passenger on February 9, 2025. The discovery occurred during a routine screening at NAIA Terminal 1 in Parañaque City when an unusual image appeared on the X-ray monitor, prompting…
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Negros Occidental Candidates Commit to Peaceful Elections with Covenant Signing
In a move to ensure peaceful and orderly elections on May 12, local candidates in Negros Occidental have been actively participating in peace covenant signings organized by the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO). The initiative, which kicked off last week, saw candidates from five local government units (LGUs) pledge their commitment to fair and…
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Senate President Escudero Confirms Handwritten Signatures on Duterte Impeachment Complaint
Senate President Francis Escudero announced on Monday that all 215 signatures on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte were handwritten, or ‘wet’ signatures, and not electronic. Escudero emphasized that the verification process involved at least four individuals who each reviewed the signatures at least twice to ensure their authenticity. Additionally, an online application…
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Shear Line to Bring Heavy Rains Across Mimaropa, Bicol, and Samar Until Wednesday
The Philippine Coast Guard District-Palawan conducted rescue operations in Puerto Princesa City on Sunday, February 9, 2025, as the region braces for continued rainfall until February 11 due to a shear line. This weather phenomenon is set to deliver moderate to heavy rains across several provinces in Southern Luzon and Visayas until Wednesday noon. According…
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La Union’s New P34.5-M Bridge Enhances Local Connectivity and Economic Growth
In a significant development for La Union, a new PHP34.5-million bridge in Tubao town was inaugurated on February 5, 2025, by Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David. The 30-meter long bridge, which boasts a 306-meter by 6.1-meter pavement, is designed to improve safety and efficiency for both residents and local businesses. Construction of the bridge commenced on…
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