Author: Jose Cruz
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Maguindanao del Sur Leaders Hand Over 21 Firearms to Military
In a significant move towards peace, officials and political candidates in Maguindanao del Sur handed over 21 high-powered firearms to the military during a forum held at the Army’s 90th Infantry Battalion headquarters in Datu Saudi Ampatuan on Tuesday. The event, which also featured a peace covenant signing, was aimed at fostering a peaceful environment…
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Agriculture Department Confident in Recovery of Rice Production Post-2024 Setbacks
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is optimistic about the recovery of the local agricultural sector, especially rice production, in the year following significant losses in 2024. In a recent statement, DA Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa outlined ambitious goals for the rice subsector, aiming to reach a production level of 20.4 million metric tons. This…
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Alaminos City Introduces Innovative Waste-to-Grocery Swap Program
In a novel approach to environmental conservation, Alaminos City in Pangasinan has rolled out the ‘Palit Basura’ initiative, allowing residents to trade their non-biodegradable waste for grocery items. Launched on January 28, 2025, in Barangay Telbang, the program aims to bolster solid waste management and curb the accumulation of non-degradable waste. High school students were…
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Philippines Targets 45.6 Million Kilograms of Leaf Tobacco for 2025
The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) has set a goal to produce 45.6 million kilograms of leaf tobacco in the Philippines for 2025, an increase from the 42.2 million kilograms in 2023 and 45.4 million kilograms in 2024. This announcement was made by NTA Deputy Administrator for Operations Nestor Casela during the International Tobacco Agricultural Summit…
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Retired Police General Implicated in P6.7-B Drug Case Leaves Philippines
MANILA – A retired police general, implicated in the mishandling of a PHP6.7-billion drug seizure in Manila last October, has departed the Philippines, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). The confirmation came during a press conference at Camp Crame in Quezon City, where PNP spokesperson and Police Regional Office-Central Luzon chief Brig. Gen. Jean…
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Philippines Showcases Investment Potential at Davos WEF 2025
The Philippines is poised to attract more foreign investments after its active participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, Switzerland. Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez highlighted the success of the Philippine delegation’s engagements, which he believes will lead to increased job opportunities and economic growth. Romualdez emphasized the country’s vast potential…
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Three High-Value Drug Suspects Arrested, PHP23.1 Million Shabu Seized in Zamboanga Peninsula
In a series of successful anti-drug operations over the weekend, authorities in Zamboanga Peninsula apprehended three high-value targets and confiscated PHP23.1 million worth of illegal drugs. The operations, conducted by the Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group-Special Operations Unit 9 (PDEG-SOU-9) and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), targeted individuals deeply involved in the drug…
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Malacañang Urges Government Workers to Focus on Serving Filipinos Amid Political Distractions
During the 2025 Budget Execution Forum held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin encouraged all government employees to maintain their focus on serving the Filipino people despite the surrounding political distractions. Bersamin emphasized the importance of breaking down barriers and promoting true collaboration across various government levels to…
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Government Provides PHP198 Million in Aid to Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon’s Activity
The Philippine government, in collaboration with local authorities, has disbursed PHP198 million in relief to families affected by the ongoing volcanic activity of Mt. Kanlaon, as reported by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Friday. The aid distribution breaks down to PHP127.3 million for Central Visayas and PHP70.7 million for Western…
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