Author: Crispin Valdez
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Marcos Administration Distributes Nearly 195,000 Land Titles to Farmers
In a significant move to combat hunger and poverty, the Marcos administration has distributed 194,111 land titles to farmers across the Philippines, according to the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. spearheaded the initiative, which saw the distribution of these titles to 186,290 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) over the past two…
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FDA Introduces Major Reforms to Simplify Health Product Licensing
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Manila has announced significant changes to its regulatory framework, aiming to simplify the registration process and extend the validity of health product licenses. These reforms are part of a larger initiative to improve public health safety and align with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to streamline government…
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LRT-1 Fare Increase Proposal to Undergo Public Scrutiny Before Possible April Implementation
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced that the Light Rail Manila Corporation’s (LRMC) request for a fare increase on the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) will be subject to public consultation and review by regulatory bodies before any decision is made. DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista shared this during a recent interview on PTV,…
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Hundreds of Jesus Nazareno Devotees Receive Medical Assistance During Feast
During the Feast of Jesus Nazareno on January 9, 2025, a significant number of devotees required medical attention, with 526 individuals seeking help by 4 p.m. The event, which included the Misa Mayor and the Traslacion procession, saw thousands of attendees at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila, officiated by Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula. The…
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Philippine Air Force Grieves Loss of Decorated Athlete Mervin Guarte, Vows Support for Family
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is in mourning following the tragic death of Airman First Class Mervin Guarte, a celebrated national athlete who was fatally stabbed in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning when Guarte, a Southeast Asian Games multi-medalist, was attacked inside a village councilor’s home in Sitio Pinagkaisahan, Barangay…
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Court of Appeals Grants Injunction, Allowing Suspended Antique Board Members to Resume Duties
In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeals (CA) Fourth Division has issued a writ of preliminary injunction (WPI) that enables eight previously suspended members of the Antique provincial board to continue their public service roles. The decision came just in time, as it was issued on December 18, 2024, a day before the…
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OCD Prepares ‘Plan Exodus’ for Potential Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) is actively developing ‘Plan Exodus,’ a comprehensive evacuation strategy for Canlaon City residents in response to the increasing activity of Mt. Kanlaon. On January 7, 2024, the OCD announced that they are preparing for the possibility of a dangerous eruption from the volcano, which recently emitted a dark plume…
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Agusan del Sur Distributes P5 Million in Grants to Four Municipalities
In a significant move to bolster local development, the provincial government of Agusan del Sur has disbursed PHP5 million in grants to four of its towns. The distribution took place on Tuesday at the provincial capitol located in Patin-ay, Prosperidad. Carlosita Plaza, who serves as the supervising administrative officer for the province, oversaw the grant…
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Bureau of Customs Warns of Fake Cash Bond Requirement for New Importers
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) in Manila has issued a stern warning to the public about a fraudulent memo that falsely claims a mandatory cash bond is required for new importers. The BOC clarified that no such directive was issued by the Commissioner’s Office, with the alleged memo dated November 21, 2024, being completely fabricated.…
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DOJ Warns Foreign POGO Workers: Leave Philippines or Face Consequences
In a stern warning issued on Sunday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) declared that foreign workers associated with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) who remain in the country will face severe legal repercussions. This statement comes in the wake of a nationwide ban on POGOs that was implemented on December 31, 2024. Justice Secretary Jesus…
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