Author: Jessica Manalili
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Bureau of Immigration Reveals Details of Alleged Chinese Spy’s Travels Since 2015
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has disclosed that a 39-year-old Chinese national, suspected of espionage, has been entering and leaving the Philippines since 2015. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado confirmed that the individual, married to a Filipina, is currently under investigation by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). The…
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Senator Urges Ban on Sending Filipino Domestic Workers to Kuwait Amid Rising Concerns
Senator Raffy Tulfo has called for a ban on deploying Filipino household workers to Kuwait, following the tragic deaths of two Filipinos in the country. This proposal was made during a Senate Committee on Migrant Workers session, where Tulfo pressed the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to advise…
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Community Hands Over 20 Firearms to Military in Maguindanao del Norte
In a significant move towards peace and security, residents of Talitay, Maguindanao del Norte, handed over 20 firearms to the military on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The surrender took place at the Talitay municipal hall and was part of the Army’s ongoing campaign to curb the circulation of loose weapons in the region. The collection…
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Governor Highlights Strong Vatican-Northern Samar Bond During Papal Nuncio’s Visit
Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan welcomed Papal Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Charles John Brown, during his visit to the province on January 15, 2025. The governor emphasized that the visit underscores the deep and lasting relationship between the Vatican and Northern Samar, rooted in a history of shared faith, mutual respect, and a dedication…
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Surge in Cyberlibel and Voyeurism Cases Prompts Warning from Philippine Police
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reported a significant increase in cyberlibel and voyeurism incidents in 2024. According to Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang of the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), cyberlibel cases have increased by 4%, from 1,403 in 2023 to 1,458 in 2024. Voyeurism cases have seen a more substantial rise of 18%, going from…
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Antique Gears Up for Western Visayas Regional Athletic Meet with Full Facility Overhaul
In San Jose de Buenavista, Antique, preparations are ramping up for the upcoming Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association (WVRAA) meet, scheduled from March 1 to 8, 2025. The province has committed a budget of PHP29 million to ensure the readiness of the facilities. At the heart of these preparations is the repair of the rubberized…
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Senators Urge Quick Approval of Motorcycle Taxi Legislation
MANILA – Senators Raffy Tulfo and Grace Poe have made a strong call for the immediate passage of the Motorcycle Taxi Law, aimed at legalizing and regulating motorcycles used for public transport. This appeal was made during a press conference on Tuesday, where Tulfo committed to fast-tracking the bill, which has been stalled for over…
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Agriculture Department Stresses Importance of Timely Aid to Farmers for Enhanced Rice Production
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has highlighted the critical need for timely distribution of aid to farmers during the planting season to increase local rice production. This statement follows a directive from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., who emphasized the importance of no delays in providing agricultural support to farmers. DA Spokesperson Arnel de Mesa…
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Pimentel Endorses NCDA’s Plan for Unified PWD Identification
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III has thrown his support behind the National Council on Disability Affairs’ (NCDA) initiative to establish a unified identification system for persons with disabilities (PWDs). This move is aimed at curbing the fraudulent distribution of PWD IDs to those who do not qualify. Pimentel emphasized that the system would…
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