Author: Benigno Delos Santos
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Albay Stays Clear of Avian Influenza Amid Neighboring Outbreak
LEGAZPI CITY – The Albay Veterinary Office (AVO) has confirmed that the province continues to be free of avian influenza, even as a case was reported in the nearby province of Camarines Norte earlier this month. Dr. Pancho Mella, head of the AVO, stated in a recent interview that no instances of bird flu have…
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Negros Occidental Deploys 105 Paravets to Aid Animal Owners Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
In response to the recent eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental has dispatched 105 paraveterinarians to assist animal owners in the affected regions. The deployment comes as approximately 26,000 animals have shown signs of illness, suffering from respiratory and digestive issues due to the volcanic activity. Dr. Placeda Lemana,…
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LTFRB Intensifies Crackdown on Public Transport Violators of Special Fare Discounts
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has escalated its efforts to enforce compliance with special fare discounts among public utility vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers. This move comes in response to numerous complaints from passengers, particularly those using transport network vehicle services (TNVS), who have faced issues with the application of the mandated…
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Senator Poe Reaffirms Education as a Key Focus in 2025 Budget
MANILA – Senator Grace Poe has emphasized that the education sector remains a top priority in the newly ratified 2025 national budget, despite the challenges of managing limited resources against numerous demands. In a statement released on Monday, Poe highlighted the difficulty of making budgetary decisions within the constraints faced by the government. ‘The budget…
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Red Tide Continues to Plague 10 Bays in Eastern Visayas
The red tide phenomenon remains a persistent issue in Eastern Visayas, affecting 10 bays this week, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) released on Thursday. The ongoing situation has led to strict advisories against the collection, sale, and consumption of shellfish from the affected areas. Seven of…
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Canlaon City Expands Evacuation Facilities Amid Rising Number of Displaced Residents
In the wake of the recent eruption of Mt. Kanlaon, Canlaon City in Negros Oriental has ramped up its efforts to provide safe havens for those displaced by the volcanic activity. The local government has established additional evacuation centers to cope with the increasing number of internally displaced persons (IDPs). Lt. Stephen Polinar from the…
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House Speaker Romualdez Aids Siargao with Generators and Solar Panels Amid Power Crisis
House Speaker Martin Romualdez has stepped in to support the residents of Siargao Island, dispatching 30 generator sets and 300 solar panels to alleviate the impact of ongoing power outages. The equipment, crucial for restoring electricity, arrived at Sayak Airport in Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte, on a C-130 aircraft operated by the Philippine Air…
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Globe Telecom Enhances Baguio’s Emergency Response with Full Network Integration
Baguio City’s emergency response system has been significantly upgraded with the complete integration of Globe Telecom’s network into the Baguio 911 service. This development means that subscribers of Globe and Touch Mobile can now directly connect to the city’s emergency helpline, streamlining the process of getting help during crises. Mayor Benjamin Magalong announced that this…
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NBI Arrests Fake Doctor and Gun Traffickers in Manila Operations
MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) successfully apprehended a Chinese national posing as a doctor and four others involved in the illegal sale of firearms in two distinct operations conducted in Pasay and Parañaque City. The NBI’s National Capital Region unit captured Yu Jianxin, also known as ‘Zhang Lin’, during an entrapment in…
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Philippines Lodges Formal Protest Against China Over Latest Incident at Scarborough Shoal
MANILA – The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has officially protested against China’s recent aggressive actions at the Scarborough Shoal, also known as Bajo de Masinloc. The incident involved a Chinese Coast Guard vessel using a water cannon against the Filipino ship BRP Datu Pagbuaya during a routine patrol on the morning of December…
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