Author: Brian Corpuz
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La Union Unveils P34.5-Million Bridge to Enhance Local Connectivity and Economy
In a significant development for La Union, a new PHP34.5-million bridge in Tubao town was inaugurated on February 5, 2025, by Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David. The 30-meter long bridge, which spans 306 meters by 6.1 meters in pavement, is designed to improve connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region. The bridge, which began construction…
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Tragic Crash of US-Contracted Plane in Philippines During Surveillance Mission
In a devastating incident, a US military-contracted aircraft crashed in Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, claiming the lives of all four individuals on board. The Beechcraft King Air 300, identified by its registration number N349CA, was engaged in a surveillance operation at the behest of the Philippine government when it met its unfortunate end in Barangay…
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Newly Promoted Police Officers in Bacolod and Negros Occidental Urged to Enhance Service
In a significant ceremony held at Camp Alfredo M. Montelibano Sr. in Bacolod City on February 6, 2025, a total of 744 police officers from the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) and the Negros Occidental Police Provincial Office (NOCPPO) were promoted and sworn into their new ranks. The event marked a pivotal moment for these…
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Nipa Hut Village for Mt. Kanlaon Evacuees Progresses in Bago City
In Bago City, Negros Occidental, the construction of a temporary housing solution for those displaced by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon is advancing. The ‘bahay kubo’ or nipa hut village, located at the Payag Sang Kapag-on Village in Barangay Napoles, is designed to offer shelter to families affected by the volcanic activity. As of the…
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House of Representatives Amasses 153 Signatures for Fourth Impeachment Against VP Sara Duterte
The House of Representatives has successfully gathered 153 signatures, exceeding the necessary threshold to move forward with a fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte, as confirmed by House Secretary General Reginald Velasco on Wednesday. The required number of signatures, which is one-third of the House’s total membership, stands at 102, and the collected…
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MMDA Approves U-turn Removal on C5 Road to Ease Traffic
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has given preliminary approval to remove a U-turn slot on C5 Road in Parañaque City, aiming to enhance traffic flow in Metro Manila. This decision was highlighted by MMDA Chairperson Romando Artes during a briefing at Malacañan Palace. The proposal to eliminate the U-turn at the C5-Kalayaan Avenue Interchange…
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TESDA Seeks to Strengthen Ties with Israel and Botswana in Agricultural and Vocational Training
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is keen on maintaining and expanding its collaboration with Israel through the AgroStudies program, which focuses on agricultural internships. TESDA Secretary Jose Francisco Benitez emphasized the importance of technology in agriculture, noting that the partnership allows Filipino farmers to gain insights into Israel’s advanced farming technologies and…
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Marcos Jr. to Remain Neutral in Impeachment Case Against VP Duterte, Says Palace
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will not meddle in the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, according to a statement from Malacañang on Monday. This comes in response to allegations that the President has been causing delays in the process. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin clarified that the initiation and handling of impeachment complaints fall…
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Caraga Region Sees Surge in Rice and Corn Production for 2024
In a promising development for the agricultural sector, the Caraga region reported a significant increase in rice production for the year 2024, according to the Department of Agriculture in Caraga (DA-13). The region’s rice output reached 574,093 metric tons, marking a rise from the 531,431 metric tons recorded in 2023. This growth is credited to…
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