Author: Benigno Delos Santos
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Hope Amidst Hardship: Canlaon City’s IDPs and Sectoral Workers Receive Vital Aid
In a heartening display of community support, Canlaon City in Negros Oriental is extending a lifeline to its residents affected by the recent volcanic eruption of Mt. Kanlaon. Over 1,450 internally displaced persons (IDPs) are set to receive financial assistance through the government’s TUPAD program this week, offering a glimmer of hope to those forced…
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Philippine Coast Guard Enhances Maritime Security in Bicol Region
In a move to bolster maritime safety, the Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol, led by Commodore Ivan Roldan, has ramped up its operations. The initiative includes the deployment of advanced radar systems and the establishment of a protocol reporting system to safeguard the region’s waters. Speaking in an interview, Commodore Roldan emphasized the continuous monitoring…
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Alyansa Candidates Optimistic for a Clean Sweep in Metro Manila with Marcos’ Endorsement
MANILA – The senatorial slate of the administration-supported Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas expressed strong confidence on Tuesday that the full backing of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. would lead them to a complete victory across Metro Manila in the upcoming elections. In a press conference held in Pasay City, former senator Manny Pacquiao highlighted…
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CIDG Chief Clarifies No External Pressure in Filing Charges Against Duterte
Maj. Gen. Nicholas Torre III, head of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), stated on Tuesday that he received no directives from either the Senate or Malacañang to initiate legal action against former President Rodrigo Duterte. Torre emphasized that the decision to file charges of inciting sedition and unlawful utterances stemmed from his duty…
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Fuel Prices in Manila to Rise Slightly on February 18
Fuel prices in Manila are scheduled to increase slightly on February 18, as announced by several oil companies. Cleanfuel, Petro Gazz, Seaoil, and Shell have confirmed a price increase of 80 centavos per liter for both gasoline and diesel. Additionally, Seaoil and Shell will raise kerosene prices by 10 centavos per liter. These adjustments will…
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Senatorial Candidates and Party-Lists Ordered to Remove Illegal Campaign Posters
In a move to enforce election regulations, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Antique has issued directives to senatorial candidates and party-list groups to take down their illegal and oversized campaign posters. This action follows the ‘Oplan Baklas’ initiative, which began on February 11, 2025, aimed at removing campaign materials from public spaces not designated…
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Valentine’s Day Health Caravan Brings Free Services to Bacolod City Residents
On Valentine’s Day, the ‘Lab for All’ health caravan made a significant impact in Barangay Villamonte, Bacolod City, serving 232 residents with a range of free healthcare services. The initiative, part of the Bagong Pilipinas mobile clinic program, offered essential medical consultations, medications, and various laboratory tests, including X-rays, ultrasounds, and electrocardiograms, as well as…
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Senator Revilla Advocates for Enhanced Building Codes and Flood Management Strategies
In a recent visit to Iloilo City for a national rally organized by Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas, Senator Ramon ‘Bong’ Revilla Jr. expressed his commitment to revising the national Building Code to better protect against seismic activities. Speaking ahead of the rally on February 13, 2025, the senator, who is running for re-election, stressed…
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Cebu City Welder Arrested with P13.6 Million in Drugs
In a significant drug bust in Cebu City, a 49-year-old welder was apprehended with PHP13.6 million worth of illegal substances during an early morning operation on Wednesday. The operation took place around 1:35 a.m. in Sitio Kamanggahan, Barangay Labangon, where authorities successfully cornered the suspect. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), along with Naval Forces…
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