Author: Alfredo Ramos
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Senate Approves Revised Doble Plaka Law, Easing Motorcycle Regulations
The Senate has given its final approval to the revised Motorcycle Crime Prevention Act, commonly known as the Doble Plaka law, marking a significant shift in policy aimed at alleviating the burdens on motorcycle owners. The amendments, which have been ratified, reflect a responsive approach to governance, as highlighted by Senate Deputy Majority Leader Joseph…
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Israel’s Ambassador Highlights Persistent Antisemitism on Holocaust Remembrance Day
On the somber occasion of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Israel’s Ambassador to the Philippines, Ilan Fluss, addressed the ongoing issue of antisemitism, emphasizing its continued presence in today’s world. During a ceremony in Manila, Fluss urged the public to unite in the battle against hatred and to actively challenge Holocaust denial, stating, “We must never…
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Department of Agriculture Joins Forces with MerryMart to Boost Affordable Rice Access
In a significant move to enhance food affordability, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has entered into a partnership with MerryMart Groceries Centers Inc. to expand the reach of the Kadiwa ng Pangulo’s Rice for All and P29 programs. The agreement was formalized at the DoubleDragon Tower 1 in Pasay City, with Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu…
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DSWD and ADB Leaders Inspect Development Initiatives in Leyte
In a collaborative effort to assess the progress and impact of development projects, high-ranking officials from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) toured various sites in Leyte province on Thursday. The delegation, headed by DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian and ADB Vice President Scott Morris, focused on community-driven…
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Philippine National Police to Maintain ‘Oplan Katok’ Amid Election Season
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has affirmed that the ‘Oplan Katok’ initiative will persist during the election period, emphasizing that it is not intended as a tool for harassment. PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil clarified that the operation, which involves police officers visiting homes of gun owners with expired licenses, aims to encourage these…
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Australian Embassy Sees Growth Potential in Davao City’s Business Landscape
DAVAO CITY – The Australian Embassy in the Philippines is keen on expanding its investment footprint in Southeast Asia, with a particular focus on Davao City, due to its robust security, stable environment, and thriving business scene. Luke Villiers, a counselor at the embassy, recently visited and praised Davao City’s potential as a prime spot…
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Education Secretary Angara Pledges Stronger Collaboration with EDCOM II to Reform Philippine Education
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine education system, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has vowed to deepen his department’s collaboration with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). This commitment was highlighted during the launch of EDCOM II’s Year 2 report, where Angara praised the Senate, led by Senate President Chiz…
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Intensified Search for Motorcycle Gunmen After Deadly Attack in Maguindanao del Sur
In Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, authorities have ramped up efforts to capture two gunmen on a motorcycle who were responsible for a deadly shooting in Barangay Labu-Labu on Monday evening. The attack claimed the lives of two individuals and left three others wounded. According to Colonel Bobby Paloma, the provincial police director, the assailants…
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Philippines Aims for 45.6 Million Kilograms of Leaf Tobacco in 2025
The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has set a target of 45.6 million kilograms for the Philippines’ leaf tobacco production in 2025, as announced during the International Tobacco Agricultural Summit held in Quezon City. This goal marks an increase from the 42.2 million kilograms produced in 2023 and the 45.4 million kilograms in 2024. Nestor Casela,…
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PDEA-13 Captures Two, Seizes P108 Million Shabu in Bayugan City Raid
In a significant drug bust in Bayugan City, Agusan del Sur, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Caraga (PDEA-13) apprehended two individuals and confiscated 16 kilograms of shabu valued at over PHP108 million. The operation took place on Monday morning, January 27, 2025. The suspects, identified as Octomar Demetrio, 32, from Barangay Baan 3, Bayugan…
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