Author: Gregorio Rosales
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Concerns Over Sale of Pre-Registered SIM Cards on Facebook Marketplace
The ongoing sale of pre-registered subscriber identity module (SIM) cards on Facebook Marketplace poses a significant risk, as highlighted by the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) on Sunday. These SIM cards, which can be used for illicit activities, have raised alarm among authorities. In a recent interview, PAOCC Executive Director Gilbert Cruz stated, “We need…
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Senator Warns of Rising POGO-Linked Crimes Following Student Abduction
A recent raid on an illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Bagac, Bataan, has raised alarms after the kidnapping of a student, believed to be connected to POGO activities. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has voiced serious concerns, suggesting that without immediate and strong action, more criminal activities targeting children could emerge. Gatchalian stressed the…
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Rainy Conditions Expected Nationwide on Tuesday
MANILA – The entire Philippines is set to experience varying degrees of rainfall on Tuesday, influenced by two dominant weather systems. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), the easterlies will cause scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Visayas, Northern Mindanao, Caraga, and Davao Region. PAGASA warned that these areas could…
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Election Debates Optional for Candidates, Says Comelec
In a recent announcement from Manila, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) clarified that participation in election debates for national and local candidates is not compulsory. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia emphasized that the current guidelines do not mandate attendance at debates, as the commission is still evaluating the legal implications of such a requirement. Garcia also…
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Presidential Commission Files Human Trafficking Charges Against 20 Foreign Nationals in Parañaque Scam Hub Raid
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has filed charges of qualified human trafficking against 20 foreign nationals following a raid on a scam hub in Parañaque City. The operation, which took place on February 20, targeted a Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub located at the ATI building,…
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Tragic End for Man Who Leapt from Cargo Ship Near Surigao Port
In a heart-wrenching incident, a man lost his life after jumping off a cargo vessel near the Lipata Port in Surigao City. The event unfolded around 12:30 p.m. on a Sunday, leading to a swift response from both the vessel’s crew and local rescue teams. The 51-year-old victim, hailing from Lubang, Occidental Mindoro, was aboard…
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DSWD Bicol Provides Relief to 38 Families Affected by Fires
In a compassionate response to recent fire incidents, the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Bicol (DSWD-5) has extended aid totaling PHP250,503 to 38 families across six provinces. The assistance, which included essential food and non-food items, was distributed to help alleviate the immediate hardships faced by those affected. DSWD-5 Director Norman Laurio highlighted…
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Government Support Brings Relief to Kanlaon Eruption Victims in La Carlota
In the wake of the devastating eruption of Mt. Kanlaon on December 9, 2024, residents of La Carlota City, Negros Occidental, have found solace in the extensive assistance provided by the government. On a recent visit to La Carlota South Elementary School-II, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. personally oversaw the distribution of crucial aid to…
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Pampanga’s Third Most Wanted Fugitive Captured in San Fernando
In a significant law enforcement operation, Gerome Santiago, identified as Pampanga’s third most wanted individual, was apprehended by police in San Fernando City on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The arrest took place around 12:30 p.m. at the Bulaon Resettlement in Barangay Bulaon, marking the end of Santiago’s nearly year-long evasion from justice. Santiago, a resident…
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