Author: Clarissa Soriano

  • Tragic Dolphin Stranding in Negros Oriental Claims Another Life

    In a sorrowful turn of events, another dolphin was discovered deceased in Bais City, Negros Oriental, following a distressing mass stranding incident over the weekend. The latest dolphin was found late on Sunday in Sitio Pambutan, Barangay Canlargo, hours after two other dolphins were already found dead in a nearby mangrove area, as reported by…

  • ARTA Ramps Up Digital Initiatives to Combat Bureaucratic Delays

    The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is stepping up its efforts to enhance public service efficiency and eradicate bureaucratic hurdles through digital transformation, as announced by ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez during a performance review on PTV-4’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon on January 27, 2025. Perez emphasized the agency’s commitment to implementing Executive Order 32, which has…

  • DOJ Welcomes New Prosecutors, Aims for Enhanced Standards by 2025

    MANILA – The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently held a general assembly to introduce more than 20 new prosecutors and outline ambitious goals for 2025. Prosecutor General Richard Anthony Fadullon emphasized the importance of their role, stating that being a prosecutor is a noble profession that requires daily excellence. He stressed the need for a…

  • DSWD Supports Education of Student-Evacuees Amid Mt. Kanlaon’s Unrest

    The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is actively supporting the education of children displaced by the unrest at Mt. Kanlaon. In a recent statement, DSWD Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao highlighted the efforts of the agency’s field office camp coordinators who, despite their busy schedules, are dedicated to assisting young learners with their studies…

  • President Marcos Jr. Grants Executive Clemency to Former Iloilo Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog

    In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has extended executive clemency to Jed Patrick Mabilog, the former mayor of Iloilo City. This decision was confirmed by Malacañang, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announcing the clemency via a text message to reporters. Mabilog, who had been dismissed in 2017 on charges of misconduct and…

  • Philippines Successfully Completes Fifth RORE Mission to Ayungin Shoal Without Incident

    The Philippines has successfully executed its fifth rotation and reprovisioning (RORE) mission to the BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin Shoal, with no incidents reported, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The mission, which took place on January 24, 2025, involved the docking of the M/V Lapu-Lapu alongside the BRP Sierra Madre, supported by…

  • Manila’s New Kalinga Center: A Comprehensive Hub for Social Services

    In a significant development for the residents of Manila, Mayor Honey Lacuna spearheaded the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Kalinga Center in Paco on January 24, 2025. This modern 10-story facility, located at the intersection of Quirino Extension and Zulueta Street, aims to consolidate various city hall social services into a single, accessible location. The…

  • MMDA’s Zero Waste Expo Highlights Sustainable Solutions in Manila

    The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) organized the Road to Zero Waste expo at its headquarters in Pasig City, aiming to enhance waste management practices across the National Capital Region. The event, held on January 24, 2025, was a key part of the broader zero-waste initiative designed to foster a culture of sustainability in waste…

  • DA-Caraga Rolls Out P222 Million in Fertilizer Vouchers to Boost Rice Farming

    The Department of Agriculture in the Caraga Region (DA-13) has initiated a significant support program for rice farmers by distributing PHP222.1 million in fertilizer discount vouchers. The program kicked off on January 22, 2025, in San Francisco, Agusan del Sur, where 217 local rice farmers received PHP1.2 million in seed vouchers. This initiative is part…

  • Bicol Police Bolster Security at PNR Stations in Albay and Camarines Sur

    In a move to enhance public safety, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has ramped up security measures at various Philippine National Railways (PNR) stations across the region. This initiative, spearheaded by PRO-5 Regional Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon, aims to safeguard commuters in Albay, Camarines Sur, and Naga City. Dizon emphasized the deployment…