Author: Homer Pangilinan
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Four NPA Rebels Surrender in Bicol Region
In a significant development over the weekend, four members of the New People’s Army (NPA) turned themselves in to the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5). The surrenders took place in the provinces of Masbate and Catanduanes, as reported by PRO-5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib on Monday. The successful negotiations leading to these surrenders…
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Helicopter Crash in Nueva Ecija Under Scrutiny by CAAP
In the town of Guimba, Nueva Ecija, a helicopter crash has prompted an immediate response from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP). The incident, which occurred on a Saturday evening, has led to the deployment of a specialized investigation team headed by retired Colonel Rhomel Ronda. The team’s mission is to uncover the…
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San Remigio to Use P1.15 Million Incentive for New PWD and Senior Citizens Center
In a move to enhance community services, San Remigio, Antique, is set to construct a new center dedicated to persons with disabilities (PWD) and senior citizens, utilizing a PHP1.153 million incentive received under the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG). Mayor Margarito Mission Jr. announced that the bidding process for the construction will commence next…
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President Marcos Jr. Commends UN Coordinator Gustavo González for Enhancing Philippines-UN Relations
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently expressed his gratitude to Gustavo González, the outgoing United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in the Philippines, for his significant contributions to strengthening the relationship between the Philippines and the UN. The farewell meeting took place at Malacañan Palace in Manila, marking the end of González’s nearly five-year tenure…
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Ilocos Norte’s New Stadium Policy Promotes Health and Accessibility
The provincial government of Ilocos Norte has introduced a new policy for the Ferdinand E. Marcos Sports Stadium in Laoag City, aiming to enhance public health and accessibility. Governor Matthew Joseph Manotoc emphasized the public nature of the venue, stating that it will be free to use three days a week. To maintain the facilities,…
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Albay’s Edcel Lagman, Champion of Human Rights, Passes Away at 82
Albay 1st District Representative Edcel Lagman, a staunch defender of human rights and legal integrity, died on Thursday afternoon at the age of 82, his family announced. The news was shared by Tabaco City Mayor Krisel Lagman, who described her father’s departure as a transition to a better place. Born on May 1, 1942, Edcel…
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Negros Oriental Free of Dynamite Fishing Since 1980s, BFAR Reports
In a significant environmental update from Dumaguete City, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Negros Oriental has confirmed that there have been no instances of dynamite fishing in the region since the 1980s. This positive development was shared by Florencia Mepaña, the head of BFAR-Negros Oriental, who credits the absence of such…
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Antique Province and Nine Municipalities Awarded PHP13.37 Million for Excellence in Governance
In a significant recognition of effective local governance, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has awarded PHP13.377 million in incentives to the Antique provincial government and nine of its municipalities. The ceremony, held in San Jose de Buenavista, saw Governor Rhodora Cadiao and representatives from the municipalities of Barbaza, Belison, Culasi, Libertad,…
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President Marcos Jr. Plans Meeting with Trump to Address U.S. Policy Changes
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced his intention to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss recent shifts in American policies concerning foreign aid, trade, defense, security, and immigration. Speaking to the media in Cebu City, Marcos emphasized the necessity of the meeting, highlighting the significant issues at stake for the Philippines. Marcos…
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Maharlika Investment Corporation Acquires 20% Stake in National Grid Corporation of the Philippines
In a strategic move to bolster its influence over the nation’s power grid, the Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) has committed PHP19.7 billion to secure a 20% stake in the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). The deal, signed in the presence of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., was formalized with Synergy Grid and Development…
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