Author: Erwin Magbanua
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INC’s National Rally for Peace Aims to Foster Unity, Not Political Sides
Sagip Party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta emphasized that the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) remains neutral in the political tensions between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte. Speaking on the Bilyonaryo News Channel’s At The Forefront, Marcoleta, a key INC member, stated, ‘The INC does not take sides. That is a categorical answer…
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NGCP Aims to Replace Aging Wooden Poles in Tacloban by 2025 to Boost Power Reliability
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is set to complete the replacement of 55 outdated wooden poles in Tacloban City and its surrounding areas by the end of 2025, aiming to improve the reliability of power transmission. Ricardo Lozano, the district manager for Leyte and Samar, explained during a recent press conference that…
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Bicol Police Launches Election Monitoring Hub in Legazpi
In a strategic move to ensure the integrity and smooth execution of the upcoming national and local elections on May 12, the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has inaugurated its Regional Election Monitoring Action Center (REMAC) at Camp Simeon Ola in Legazpi City. The launch, which took place on January 9, 2025, was overseen…
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Marcos Administration Prioritizes EDSA Rehabilitation and Flood Control in 2025
The Marcos administration has set its sights on the rehabilitation of EDSA, Metro Manila’s main artery, as a key project for 2025, according to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan emphasized the need to enhance the road’s condition, stating that the project aims to improve the overall riding experience…
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Quiapo Church Urges Devotees to Wipe, Not Kiss, Jesus Nazareno Image for Hygiene
In a move to promote health and hygiene, a Quiapo Church official has advised devotees participating in the ‘pahalik’ ritual at Quirino Grandstand in Manila to refrain from kissing the revered Jesus Nazareno image. Instead, they are encouraged to simply touch and wipe the image with a handkerchief or towel. This guidance comes from Fr.…
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DICT Proposes Cybercrime Law Overhaul Amid Rising Scammer Sophistication
In response to the increasingly sophisticated methods employed by scammers, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is advocating for amendments to the existing cybercrime legislation. DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy, speaking at a press conference in Malacañang, highlighted the resurgence of scam text messages despite the SIM Card Registration law’s efforts to curb…
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Bersamin Dismisses Claims of Martial Law Intent Behind NSC Reorganization
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin has refuted allegations that the recent restructuring of the National Security Council (NSC) by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is a step towards imposing martial law. These claims surfaced after former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque suggested that the President might be considering military rule, particularly following the exclusion of the Vice…
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2025 National Budget Enhances Early Childhood Education with New Investments
MANILA – The 2025 national budget, amounting to PHP6.326 trillion and signed into law by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on December 30, 2024, marks a significant advancement in Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) programs, according to the 2nd Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). The budget focuses on enhancing the capabilities of Child…
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Police Nab Smuggler, Confiscate P4.2 Million in Illegal Cigarettes in North Cotabato
In a significant crackdown on smuggling, law enforcement officials in Cotabato City apprehended a man suspected of cigarette smuggling and seized contraband valued at PHP4.24 million. The operation took place in the Libungan area of North Cotabato on a Sunday afternoon. Major Arnold Andaya, the head of the Libungan municipal police, reported that the seized…
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