Author: Imelda Bautista
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NBI Arrests 20 Foreigners in Parañaque POGO Scam Operation
MANILA – The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) disclosed the apprehension of 20 foreign individuals involved in an illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) scam center located in Parañaque City. The arrests were made on February 25 at Aseana 3, West Tower, 8912 Avenue, following a report from the spouse of a Chinese employee at…
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Alyansa Candidates Outline Development Plans for San Jose del Monte’s Growth
COMMITMENT TO PROGRESS. At a press conference held at the Lusso Grand Ballroom in Hotel Savano, Savano Park, San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, on February 28, 2025, Senate candidates from the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas coalition, including Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino, Las Piñas City Representative Camille Villar, former Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos, former…
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Alyansa’s Senate Hopefuls Bank on Marcos’ Popularity for Victory in Negros Oriental
In a bold display of confidence, the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates are riding the wave of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s success in Negros Oriental from the 2022 presidential elections. As they gear up for the May 2025 national and local elections, the candidates gathered at the Governor Mariano F. Perdices Memorial…
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2025 La Trinidad Strawberry Festival to Feature Giant Basket-Shaped Cake
The 2025 La Trinidad Strawberry Festival, set to take place from March 3 to 29, will be highlighted by a massive cake designed in the shape of a traditional ‘kayabang’ basket, filled with 280 kilos of fresh strawberries. The festival was officially launched on February 20, 2025, at the Nazarene Bible College in La Trinidad,…
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DPWH Initiates Four-Month Repair Project on Biliran Bridge After Viral Swaying Incident
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has embarked on a PHP28.9-million repair project for the Biliran Bridge, which connects the island province to the Leyte mainland. The decision to repair the bridge came over a month after it gained widespread attention online for its noticeable wavelike movements. The repair work, which began this…
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Department of Agriculture Targets High Pork Prices, Warns Vendors
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has issued a stern warning to vendors responsible for the soaring pork prices, which have reached between PHP450 and PHP480 per kilogram in local markets. This was highlighted by DA spokesperson Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa, who stated that the department would actively monitor and visit areas where these high…
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Philippine Coast Guard Official Denies Labeling Lawmaker as ‘Traitor’ Amid West Philippine Sea Debate
In a heated exchange during a House Tri Committee hearing, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, Commodore Jay Tarriela, firmly denied accusations from Sagip Party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta that he had branded him a ‘traitor’. The controversy arose after Marcoleta claimed that the term ‘West Philippine Sea’ (WPS) does not exist, asserting…
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BIR Enhances Digital Tax Services in Cagayan de Oro
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – In an effort to enhance tax compliance and streamline processes, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is expanding its digital offerings for local businesses. Amera Samad, an assessment section officer at BIR District Office 98, announced that the agency is upgrading its eLounges to better serve taxpayers taking advantage of…
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Cebu City to Celebrate 88th Charter Day by Honoring Notable Figures
Cebu City is set to commemorate its 88th Charter Day on February 24, 2025, with a special tribute to several distinguished Cebuano figures. Among those to be honored are former Supreme Court Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr. and the renowned singer and actress Pilita Corrales, known as ‘Asia’s Queen of Songs.’ The city kicked off…
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Philippine Army Expands 2025 ‘Katihan’ Exercise to Visayas and Mindanao
Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen. Roy Galido announced that the 2025 ‘Combined Arms Exercise’ (CATEX) ‘Katihan’ will extend its reach to new locations in Bukidnon and Capiz, in addition to the usual training ground at Fort Magsaysay in Nueva Ecija. This expansion underscores the exercise’s national scope and the necessity to evaluate troop mobility across…
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