Author: Dahlia Umali
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Sandiganbayan Confirms Guilt of Aurora Officials in Controversial Infrastructure Case
The Sandiganbayan Sixth Division has affirmed the guilty verdict against six officials of Aurora province for unlawfully awarding an infrastructure contract in 2014, violating Section 3(e) of Republic Act No. 3019 (Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act). In a resolution dated February 27, the anti-graft court dismissed the motions for reconsideration filed by the convicted officials,…
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Maharlika Investment Corporation Approves $76.4 Million Loan for Makilala Mining’s MCB Project
The Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) has finalized a $76.4 million bridge loan agreement to support the initial stages of the Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog (MCB) Copper-Gold Project. The MIC announced on Monday that the funds will be utilized to enhance Makilala Mining’s feasibility study and front-end engineering design, build a primary access road in collaboration with the Kalinga…
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French Aircraft Carrier’s Historic Visit to Philippines Signals Deepening Military Ties
In a landmark event, the French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle docked at Subic Bay, marking a significant step towards enhanced military collaboration between France and the Philippines. The visit, part of Operation CLEMENCEAU 25, underscores France’s commitment to regional stability and international law amidst growing tensions in strategic maritime zones. French Ambassador Marie…
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Bureau of Immigration Reports Surge in Denied Entry for Disrespectful Foreigners in 2024
In a significant uptick from the previous year, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) in the Philippines disclosed that 124 foreigners were barred from entering the country in 2024 due to their disrespectful behavior towards immigration officers. This number marks a sharp increase from the 64 individuals denied entry in 2023, highlighting a growing issue at…
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Businesswoman Arrested in Aurora for Attempted Extortion Using Fake Land Title
In a swift operation, a 45-year-old businesswoman named Lanie from Sitio Tabug, Barangay Zarah, San Luis, Aurora, was arrested on Thursday, February 20, 2025, in Baler, Aurora. The arrest took place at Blue Point Restaurant in Barangay Pingit around 3:30 p.m. during an entrapment operation orchestrated by a combined team from the Baler Police Station,…
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Fatal Shootout During Drug Raid in Maguindanao Sur: Operator Killed, Two Arrested
In a dramatic turn of events during a drug bust in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur, a suspected drug den operator was killed, and two others were apprehended on Thursday afternoon. The operation, led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), unfolded in Barangay Siling, resulting in a tense confrontation between law enforcement and the suspects.…
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Court of Appeals Rejects Plea of Degamo Assassins: Justice Prevails in High-Profile Case
In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeals has firmly rejected the appeal of two suspects involved in the brutal assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo on March 4, 2023. The 33-page ruling from the appellate court’s 4th Division dismissed the plea by Joric Labrador and Benjie Rodriguez, who were captured on video…
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Philippines and Indonesia Collaborate to Revive Davao-GenSan-Bitung Maritime Link
In a significant move to bolster regional trade, representatives from the Philippines and Indonesia convened in Davao City to explore the revival of the Davao-General Santos-Bitung (DGB) sea route. The meeting, facilitated by the Indonesian Consulate, aimed at enhancing connectivity within the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Secretary Leo Tereso…
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Philippines and Czech Republic Set to Supercharge Bilateral Relations: Marcos Jr. Meets Czech Defense Minister
In a significant diplomatic move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines has voiced his ambition to significantly enhance the nation’s economic, defense, and diplomatic relations with the Czech Republic. This declaration came during a pivotal meeting with Czech Defense Minister Jana Černochová at Malacañan Palace in Manila on February 20, 2025. Marcos Jr.…
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