Author: Jericho Flores
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Philippines Secures Further ADB Funding to Boost Workforce Skills
MANILA – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has committed to further funding the SkillsUpNet Philippines (SUN PH) program, following the successful completion of its first phase. The agreement for the second phase, SUN PH 2, was formalized at the ADB headquarters by ADB Country Director Pavit Ramachandran, Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina…
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Senator Hontiveros Calls for Senate Inquiry into Rising Online Child Sexual Exploitation
Senator Risa Hontiveros, serving as the Senate Deputy Minority Leader and chair of the Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations, and Gender Equality, has introduced a resolution to investigate the increasing incidents of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children. The resolution, Senate Resolution No. 1307, was filed on Monday and points to the…
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200 Police Officers Deployed to Negros Oriental for Disaster and Election Support
In a significant move to bolster local efforts, the Police Regional Office-Central Visayas dispatched 200 police officers to Negros Oriental. These officers arrived on Saturday, February 2, 2025, and were officially introduced the following day at the Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office. The deployment aims to support disaster response operations and assist with election duties.…
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NFA Eastern Pangasinan Aims to Buy 500,000 Bags of Palay in 2025
In Malasiqui, Pangasinan, the National Food Authority (NFA) has set an ambitious goal to purchase 500,000 bags of palay, each weighing 50 kilos, throughout 2025. Cherry Ann Soriano, the supervising grains officer for NFA Eastern Pangasinan, shared in a recent interview that they anticipate acquiring approximately 165,000 bags between March and June alone. Soriano emphasized…
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Four New People’s Army Rebels Surrender in Bicol Region
In a significant development over the weekend, four members of the New People’s Army (NPA) chose to lay down their arms and surrender to the Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5). The announcement was made by PRO-5 spokesperson Lt. Col. Malu Calubaquib on Monday, highlighting that the individuals hailed from the provinces of Masbate and…
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Senator Gatchalian Urges Parents and Local Governments to Combat Teen Pregnancies and HIV
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called for greater involvement from parents and local government units (LGUs) in the fight against teenage pregnancies and the spread of HIV. In a recent statement, Gatchalian emphasized the need for parents to be more actively engaged, suggesting regular meetings and mobilization efforts to raise awareness and educate them on discussing…
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Helicopter Crash in Nueva Ecija Under Investigation by CAAP
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has launched an investigation following a helicopter crash in Guimba, Nueva Ecija, announced on Saturday night. The CAAP has appointed retired Colonel Rhomel Ronda, the lead investigator of the Aircraft Accident Investigation and Inquiry Board, to lead the probe at the crash site. The investigation was initiated…
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Ilonggos Encouraged to Embrace Change and Adapt in 2025
Ilonggos are being inspired to embrace the qualities of the wood snake, symbolizing wisdom and transformation, as they celebrated the 21st Chinese New Year in Iloilo City on Saturday. The festivities kicked off with a parade on Friday night, starting at the Filipino-Chinese Friendship Arc and culminating at the Freedom Grandstand, which offered a spacious…
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