Author: Annalyn Del Rosario

  • Philippine National Police Applauds President Marcos for Extending Chief Marbil’s Term

    The Philippine National Police (PNP) has expressed profound appreciation to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for his decision to extend the tenure of PNP chief, General Rommel Francisco Marbil. This move, announced on February 6, extends Marbil’s term by four months beyond his scheduled retirement on February 7, when he would have reached the mandatory…

  • Cebu Police Crack Down on Illegal Gambling, Arrest Over 1,000 in Month-Long Sweep

    In a robust effort to curb illegal gambling, the Cebu City police have apprehended 1,025 suspects over the course of a month. The Police Regional Office-7 (PRO-7) reported that from January 1 to January 31, 2025, they executed 584 operations targeting illegal gambling activities across the region. These operations led to the arrest of numerous…

  • NEDA Highlights AI’s Role in Boosting Philippine Economy

    MANILA – The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) has emphasized the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in propelling economic growth, increasing productivity, and sparking innovation across multiple sectors in the Philippines. A recent policy note from NEDA’s Office of the Undersecretary for Legislative Affairs, authored by Krystal Lyn Tan Uy, delves into how…

  • Mitsubishi Motors to Invest PHP7 Billion in Philippines Over Next Five Years

    Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has announced a significant investment of approximately PHP7 billion in the Philippines over the next five years, as revealed during a meeting at Malacañan Palace in Manila. The announcement came from MMC’s President and CEO, Takao Kato, during his courtesy visit to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on February 6, 2025.…

  • Philippines Stands Firm in West Philippine Sea Amid Chinese Aggression

    In a resolute statement from Malacañang, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared that the Philippines will steadfastly maintain its presence in the West Philippine Sea, undeterred by the looming threat of China’s so-called ‘monster ship’. During a press briefing, Marcos emphasized the nation’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and the rights of its fishermen,…

  • Three Major Anti-Drug Raids Result in Five Arrests and Seizure of PHP14 Million in Shabu

    In a series of coordinated anti-drug operations across Metro Manila and Pampanga, law enforcement agencies successfully apprehended five suspects and seized illegal drugs valued at PHP14 million. The operations, which took place between February 4 and 5, 2025, involved multiple agencies and targeted high-value individuals involved in the drug trade. In Caloocan City, a joint…

  • Philippine Defense Secretary Optimistic About Unchanged US Ties Under New Administration

    Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed confidence that the defense relationship between the Philippines and the United States will remain steady during the second term of President Donald J. Trump. Speaking at the Waitangi Day Reception in Makati City, Teodoro dismissed concerns about the US pausing foreign assistance, stating it was merely a routine…

  • Japan Boosts BARMM Fishery Sector with $4.7 Million Grant

    In a significant move to enhance the sustainability of fishing and aquaculture in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the Japanese government has committed a grant of USD4.7 million, equivalent to around PHP273 million. This initiative, set to commence in April and span two years, aims to support approximately 4,000 small-scale aqua farmers…

  • Senate President Escudero Opposes Opposition-Recommended Comelec Commissioner

    Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero has firmly rejected a proposal by election lawyer Romulo Macalintal for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to appoint a Commission on Elections (Comelec) commissioner endorsed by the opposition. Escudero emphasized the importance of maintaining the non-partisan nature of the election commission, arguing against the politicization of such appointments. Macalintal had…