Author: Gregorio Rosales
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President Marcos Jr. Emphasizes AFP Modernization to Tackle Cybercrime and National Security Threats
During the 89th founding anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) at Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. underscored the importance of the AFP’s modernization efforts in addressing cybercrime and other emerging national security threats. Marcos praised the AFP for its agility and responsiveness to the evolving…
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GSIS and MMDA Forge New Partnership to Enhance Traffic Control and Road Safety in Metro Manila
In a significant move to improve traffic management and road safety, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have signed a new agreement. The ceremony took place at the GSIS headquarters in Pasay City on December 18, 2024, and was attended by key figures including GSIS President Wick Veloso,…
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Northern Mindanao Workers to Receive Wage Increase Starting Next Month
Workers in the private sector and domestic employees in Northern Mindanao will see their salaries rise starting next month. The National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC) announced that the Region 10 Wage Board has approved Wage Order No. RX-23, which will increase daily wages by PHP23 for non-agricultural workers and PHP35 for those in the…
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DPWH-Bicol Implements Urgent Measures to Alleviate Traffic Congestion in Camarines Sur
In response to severe traffic jams in Lupi, Camarines Sur, the Department of Public Works and Highways in Bicol (DPWH-5) has launched immediate actions to mitigate the situation. The agency, led by Regional Director Virgilio Eduarte, is actively working on solutions to ease the congestion caused by ongoing road reblocking in Barangay Cabutagan. Eduarte announced…
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Bicol’s Civil Service Commission Awards Over 3,600 Special Eligibilities in 2024
In a significant achievement, the Civil Service Commission in Bicol (CSC-5) has awarded special eligibility to over 3,600 individuals from January to November 2024. This was announced by CSC-5 Director Daisy Punzalan-Bragais during a media event held at the regional office in Barangay Rawis, Legazpi City, Albay. Punzalan-Bragais highlighted that eligibility for civil service positions…
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Agriculture Secretary Sets High Bar for Two Top Officials
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has set a six-month deadline for two senior officials within the Department of Agriculture (DA) to enhance their performance. During a recent media dinner, Tiu Laurel expressed his high expectations and dissatisfaction with the current output of these officials, though he did not reveal their identities or specific roles.…
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FrLD Board Commends President Marcos and DENR for Climate Fund Initiatives
The Board of the Fund for responding to Loss and Damage (FrLD) has expressed appreciation for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) for their proactive efforts in elevating the global climate fund. This fund is designed to assist countries that are particularly susceptible to climate impacts, such…
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FishCoRe Initiative Set to Enhance Livelihoods of Ilocos Fishermen
In a significant development for the fishing community of Ilocos, the Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) project is poised to transform the livelihoods of local fishermen. The initiative, which is being rolled out nationwide by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority, was the focus of a recent…
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DSWD Amasses Over 84,000 Food Packs and 28,000 Non-Food Items for Mt. Kanlaon Evacuees
In response to the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon on Negros Island, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Central Visayas has mobilized a significant relief effort, preparing aid valued at PHP108 million. Tonyson Luther Lee, the assistant regional director for administration at DSWD-Central Visayas, announced that the Visayas Disaster Resource Center (VDRC) in…
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Siargao Implements 60-Day Price Freeze Amid Power Crisis
In response to a prolonged power outage, the Department of Trade and Industry in Surigao del Norte (DTI-SDN) has enacted a 60-day price freeze on essential goods in Siargao Island. This action follows the declaration of a state of calamity by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Surigao del Norte, which was prompted by the power crisis…
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