Author: Arnold Magtanggol
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Philippines and Israel Forge Ahead in Agricultural Innovation Partnership
In a significant move to bolster agricultural development and innovation, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) of the Philippines has solidified a strategic alliance with Israel. The partnership was discussed during a meeting in Quezon City on January 15, 2025, between DAR Secretary Conrado Estrella III and Israel’s Ambassador Ilan Fluss, focusing on enhancing agricultural…
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Urgent Call for Senate to Approve Motorcycles-for-Hire Legislation Before Pilot Program Expires
In Manila, a party-list representative has made a pressing appeal to the Senate to expedite the approval of a bill aimed at regulating motorcycles-for-hire. This urgency stems from the impending conclusion of a pilot program that has been providing legal protection for approximately 60,000 motorcycle taxi operators. The pilot, set to end with the 19th…
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Massive Police Operation in Soccsksargen Nets 71 Suspects, Seizes Drugs and Weapons
In a sweeping daylong operation across the Soccsksargen region, law enforcement officials arrested 71 wanted individuals, including 31 linked to drug offenses, as announced by the Police Regional Office in Soccsksargen (PRO-12). The operation, which took place on Wednesday, spanned multiple areas including North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and the cities of Kidapawan,…
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Iloilo’s Sunset Boulevard Set to Open, Promising Traffic Relief and Leisure
The much-anticipated Iloilo Sunset Boulevard, stretching from Barangay Tabucan in Mandurriao, Iloilo City to Barangay Cagbang in Oton, is gearing up for its grand opening to vehicular traffic on January 24, 2025. This PHP2.261-billion project, officially named the Iloilo River North Bank Road, is a testament to the region’s commitment to improving infrastructure and quality…
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Japanese Foreign Minister Urges Enhanced Cooperation with Philippines Amid Regional Tensions
Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi met with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace in Manila on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, to discuss the escalating conflicts in the Indo-Pacific region. Iwaya emphasized the critical need for collaboration among nations with shared values to address these challenges effectively. During the meeting, Iwaya highlighted the growing…
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DepEd Secretary Assures No Inappropriate Content in Sexuality Education Program
MANILA – In response to widespread concerns, Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara has firmly stated that no inappropriate content will be included in the Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) program in public schools. This assurance comes in the wake of a viral video from the Project Dalisay Facebook page, affiliated with the National Coalition…
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Cebu City Mayor and New Police Chief Commit to Safe Sinulog Festivities
Cebu City Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia and the newly appointed director of the Cebu City Police Office, Col. Enrico Figueroa, have pledged to collaborate closely to ensure the safety and peacefulness of the upcoming Sinulog celebrations. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by Figueroa to Mayor Garcia at Cebu City Hall on January…
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Philippine Air Force Announces Leadership Changes in Three Key Units
In a significant reshuffle within the Philippine Air Force (PAF), three major units have been assigned new commanders. The change of command ceremony took place on Monday at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, as confirmed by PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Consuelo Castillo in a statement released on Tuesday. The ceremony was overseen by PAF…
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