Author: Jean Vergara
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Whistleblower’s Complaint Against Ex-Malabon Mayor Reveals P22.4M E-Trike Scandal
Former Malabon City Mayor Antolin Oreta III faces allegations of graft and corruption following a complaint filed with the Office of the Ombudsman by tricycle driver Romeo R. Dimaunahan from Barangay Longos, Dagat-Dagata. The complaint focuses on 42 missing e-trike units, valued at approximately P22.4 million. Atty. Francheska Laurent Feraren, an experienced litigator and anti-corruption…
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Philippine Sovereign Debt Reaches Historical P16.31 Trillion in January 2025
The Philippines has kicked off 2025 by marking a new milestone with its sovereign debt escalating to a record P16.31 trillion by the end of January, as reported by the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr). This figure signifies a 1.63% increase from December 2024’s P16.05 trillion. Despite this rise, the Treasury maintains that the debt…
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Trump to Announce $100 Billion TSMC Investment in U.S. Amid Semiconductor Expansion Efforts
On Friday, February 28, 2025, President Donald Trump was seen on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington before boarding Marine One. On March 3, it was confirmed by a reliable source, that Trump will announce a substantial investment of $100 billion by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) in the United States. As…
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Philippines and Japan Forge Unbreakable Defense Bond: A New Era of Security Cooperation
In a significant development for regional security, the defense ties between the Philippines and Japan have reached new heights, as announced by Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on February 24, 2024. Speaking ahead of a crucial bilateral meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, Teodoro highlighted the…
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CHR Eastern Visayas Extends Reach to Non-Tech Savvy Individuals
In an effort to make human rights services more accessible, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in Eastern Visayas has announced plans to display its contact information in public spaces. This move aims to assist those with limited internet access, ensuring they can still reach out for help if their rights are violated. According to…
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Davao Workers Celebrate as Minimum Wage Soars by PHP29!
In a move that has sparked joy among the workforce, the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) 11 in Davao Region has approved a significant PHP29 increase in the daily minimum wage for private sector employees. This decision, effective from March 7, was announced via a vibrant social media post by the board. Following…
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Philippines Commends Japan’s Role in Promoting Stability in the Indo-Pacific
In a significant acknowledgment at the 14th Japan-ASEAN Defense Vice-Ministerial Forum in Fukuoka, the Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) praised Japan for its pivotal role in maintaining a free, stable, resilient, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. DND Undersecretary Ignacio Madriaga, during the forum held on February 11, 2025, expressed gratitude for Japan’s proactive stance amidst…
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U.S. Slams China’s ‘Reckless’ Aerial Stunts Near Philippines, Vows Unwavering Support
In a bold statement from Manila, the U.S. Department of State has fiercely criticized China’s recent aerial antics, labeling them as ‘reckless’ and a direct ‘threat’ to safe navigation and overflight in the contentious South China Sea. The incident involved a Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy helicopter, bearing the tail number 68, which engaged in…
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Albay’s Agrarian Group Secures P680K for Agro-Enterprise Boost
In a significant move to enhance rural livelihoods, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Albay has announced a substantial investment of PHP680,000 in the Tinapian Farmers and Fishermen Multi-Purpose Cooperative (TFFMPC). This initiative, part of the Village Level Farm-Focused Enterprise Development (VLFED) project, is set to be awarded in March and aims to uplift…
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Philippines Reports P56.4 Billion in Seized Illegal Drugs Since July 2022; Over 131,000 Arrests Made
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) announced on Wednesday that the value of illegal drugs seized since July 2022 has reached PHP56.37 billion under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The agency also reported the arrest of 131,578 drug suspects, which included 8,404 high-value targets, during 97,406 anti-drug operations. From July 2022 to…
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