Author: Clarissa Soriano
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Bishop Santos Prays for Justice and Healing in Tragic Kuwaiti Child Murder Case
Bishop Ruperto Santos of Antipolo, a key figure in the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, has expressed his deep sorrow and offered prayers for both the murdered Kuwaiti child and the Filipino worker accused of the crime. In a heartfelt statement, Santos emphasized the need for communal prayer and reflection in the wake of…
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13 Filipino Women Return Home After Cambodian King’s Pardon in Surrogacy Case
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed on Sunday the successful repatriation of 13 Filipino women who had been convicted in Cambodia for engaging in illegal surrogacy. Their return was made possible after receiving a royal pardon from Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni on December 26. The pardon came after a plea from the…
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Elderly Man Dies from Firecracker Mishap, DOH Reports Surge in Injuries
In a tragic incident reported by the Department of Health (DOH), a 78-year-old man from Central Luzon passed away due to injuries sustained from a firecracker explosion. The incident occurred when the senior citizen ignited a Judas Belt on December 22. He was admitted to the hospital with multiple injuries and succumbed to his condition…
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Bicol Police Honor Over 100 Officers for Exceptional Service
In a significant ceremony held at Camp Simeon Ola, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) celebrated the dedication and hard work of its force. Over 100 officers from the motorcycle and bike patrol units were recognized for their outstanding contributions to regional safety and security. The event, led by PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre…
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DILG Commends PNP for Peaceful Christmas Amid Heightened Security
MANILA – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has praised the Philippine National Police (PNP) for ensuring a tranquil Christmas celebration across the nation. DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced on Friday that the strategic deployment of approximately 40,000 police officers across key locations resulted in no reported incidents on Christmas Eve. Remulla…
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Evacuees Near Mt. Kanlaon’s Lahar Paths Urged to Relocate by Local Governments
In response to the ongoing activity of Mt. Kanlaon, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has issued a directive to local government units (LGUs) to move evacuees from centers located along potential lahar paths. This decision came after an emergency meeting led by OCD chief Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno, aimed at addressing the risks associated with…
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Malacañang Dismisses Survey Dip, Emphasizes Governance Over Popularity
In a recent statement, Malacañang emphasized that the performance of the government under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. should not be judged solely on the basis of public opinion polls. This comes in response to a reported decline in the President’s trust and approval ratings as per a Pulse Asia survey. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin…
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Supreme Court Upholds Baguio City’s Exemption from Indigenous Peoples Rights Act
The Supreme Court has confirmed that Baguio City remains outside the scope of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997, as per a recent ruling. The decision came after the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) and the heirs of Joan Gorio and Lauro Carante sought a reconsideration of an earlier judgment from July…
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