Author: Jessica Manalili
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Comelec Stands Firm: Midterm Elections to Proceed Amid Mt. Kanlaon Threat
In the face of potential volcanic unrest from Mt. Kanlaon, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has declared that the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections will not be postponed. This decision was announced by Dindo Maglasang, the Assistant Election Director for the Negros Island Region, who emphasized that this stance aligns with the guidance from Comelec…
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Philippine Authorities Crack Down on Terrorism Financing in Western Visayas
In a significant move to dismantle terrorism financing networks, the Philippine National Police and the Philippine Army in Western Visayas have arrested three individuals accused of funding terrorist activities in Negros Occidental. The arrests, which took place on January 2, 2024, targeted Dharyl Albañez, Perla Pavillar, and Federico Salvilla, all members of the Paghidaet sa…
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DPWH Finishes Road Upgrade in Tarlac, Boosting Local Agriculture
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) proudly announced the completion of a significant road enhancement project in Tarlac on January 2, 2025. This project, aimed at improving connectivity between Barangay Sta. Rosa in Concepcion and Barangay Talaga in Capas, is set to invigorate the agricultural sector in the region. Edward Ricardo Ramos, the…
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Bureau of Corrections Implements Safety Protocols After Fatal Stabbing at New Bilibid Prison
In response to a deadly stabbing at the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City, the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) has mandated that all prison and penal farm superintendents implement preventive measures to safeguard their facilities. The incident, which occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Thursday at Gate 1-A, Quadrant 4 of the Maximum Security Camp,…
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Cagayan de Oro Ramps Up Waste Collection Post-New Year Festivities
In the wake of New Year celebrations, Cagayan de Oro City has intensified its efforts to manage the surge in waste, particularly evident in public markets. On the first day of 2025, the city was confronted with heaps of uncollected garbage, prompting immediate action from local authorities. Allan Villalba, head of the City Public Service…
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Marcos Jr. Sets Conditional Implementation for AKAP in 2025 Budget
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has announced that the funding for the Ayuda Para sa Kapos Ang Kita Program (AKAP) in the 2025 budget will be subject to conditional implementation. This decision was made public during the signing of the 2025 General Appropriations Act at Malacañang Palace in Manila. Marcos vetoed over PHP194 billion in…
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Elderly Man Fatally Injured by Firecracker, DOH Reports Surge in Incidents
In a tragic incident reported by the Department of Health (DOH), a 78-year-old man from Central Luzon passed away due to injuries sustained from a firecracker explosion. The incident occurred when the senior citizen ignited a Judas Belt on December 22. Despite receiving medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries on December 27, exacerbated by…
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Family Bonds and Community Efforts Lead to Decline of NPA in Eastern Visayas
In a significant shift, the New People’s Army (NPA) in Eastern Visayas is experiencing a decline, largely due to the powerful influence of family connections and community initiatives. Realyn Basada, a former NPA leader who went by the alias ‘Lorry,’ recently left the armed struggle after 26 years, driven by her mother’s heartfelt plea and…
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