Author: Benigno Delos Santos
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DSWD Provides Extensive Aid to Bicol Region
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Bicol has been actively distributing various forms of assistance to the region’s residents. Over the past two months, nearly 6,000 families received food aid, while over 1,000 individuals benefited from cash and livelihood support. DSWD-5 Director Norman Laurio highlighted that the aid was distributed through multiple…
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Philippine and US Defense Leaders Strategize on South China Sea Deterrence
In a significant move to bolster security in the South China Sea, the defense secretaries of the Philippines and the United States convened to discuss strategies for reestablishing deterrence. The conversation took place during an introductory call on February 5 between Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The dialogue…
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Baguio City Urges Vehicle Safety Checks After 109 Accidents Recorded
Baguio City’s police force is emphasizing the critical need for vehicle safety checks following a series of accidents, totaling 109 incidents since the start of the year. A recent collision between a taxi and a public utility jeepney in Barangay Bakakeng resulted in injuries to at least 22 individuals, highlighting the urgency of the issue.…
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Pangasinan’s Banaan Museum Attracts Over 15,000 Visitors Since Opening
The Banaan Pangasinan Provincial Museum, located in Casa Real, Lingayen town, has welcomed more than 15,000 visitors since its launch in September 2023. The museum, which has become a significant cultural hub, has generated over PHP616,000 from entrance fees and an additional PHP94,000 from its souvenir shop sales as of January 2025. A notable attraction…
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Philippine Military Keeps Watch on Chinese AI Model DeepSeek Amid Security Concerns
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced on Tuesday that it is closely observing the progress of DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed artificial intelligence platform, due to security issues highlighted by global organizations. AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla emphasized that this surveillance is integral to the military’s efforts to protect the nation’s security. She stressed…
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Bicol Police Crack Down on Drug Trade, Seize P1.88 Million in Illegal Substances
In a robust campaign against illegal drugs, the Bicol region’s Police Regional Office (PRO-5) has successfully seized drugs valued at PHP1.88 million and arrested 23 suspects over a week-long operation spanning from January 27 to February 2, 2025. According to PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, the operations, which totaled 20, led to the confiscation…
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Philippine Military Stands Firm with President Marcos on West Philippine Sea Defense
In a strong show of unity, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has declared its unwavering support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s stance on protecting the nation’s sovereignty and territorial rights in the West Philippine Sea. AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. emphasized the military’s commitment to defending every inch of…
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Philippine President Marcos Jr. Plans to Discuss U.S. Policies with Trump
Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced his intention to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump to address recent U.S. policy changes concerning foreign aid, trade, defense, security, and immigration. Speaking to the media in Cebu City, Marcos emphasized the necessity of the meeting due to the significant impact these policies could have on…
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21 Individuals Arrested for Gun Ban Violations in Western Visayas
In Western Visayas, the police have arrested 21 people for breaching the election gun ban since it began on January 12, according to police reports released on Tuesday. The most recent arrest involved a 54-year-old man caught with a gun replica at a checkpoint on Barangay Mansilingan–Murcia Road in Bacolod City late Monday night, as…
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