Author: Mark Salazar

  • Mimaropa’s Notorious Couple Apprehended in Rizal

    In a significant law enforcement operation, a couple identified as key figures on Mimaropa’s most wanted list was captured in Rizal province. The arrest was executed by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG), as announced on Friday. The duo, known by the aliases Andres and Marites, ranked as the second and third most wanted…

  • Four Towns in Davao Occidental Upgraded to First-Class Status

    In a recent announcement from Davao City, the province of Davao Occidental revealed that four of its towns have achieved first-class municipality status. Malita and Jose Abad Santos have successfully maintained their first-class status, while Don Marcelino and Santa Maria have been newly elevated to this prestigious category. Previously, Santa Maria was classified as a…

  • Senator Initiates Inquiry into Submersible Drone Found Off Masbate Coast

    In a move to address potential security concerns, Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino has introduced a resolution to investigate a submersible drone discovered by local fishermen near Barangay Inawaran, San Pascual, Masbate. The device, found on December 30, 2024, has sparked a debate over its purpose and legality within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. Tolentino,…

  • DSWD Surpasses Aid Targets, Assists Over 6 Million Filipinos in 2024

    In 2024, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) extended its reach significantly, aiding over six million Filipinos in crisis through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program. This number exceeded the annual target of 4.25 million beneficiaries set for the year, showcasing the department’s commitment to supporting those in need. Assistant…

  • Tulfo Calls for Amendment of Solo Parents Law Due to Ineffective Aid

    In a recent statement, ACT-CIS Party-list Representative Erwin Tulfo expressed his concerns about the effectiveness of Republic Act 11861, also known as the Solo Parents Law. Tulfo, who serves as the Deputy Majority Leader in the House of Representatives, highlighted that the law’s intended support for solo parents is not reaching its beneficiaries as it…

  • OPAPRU Commits to Continuing Peace Efforts in 2025

    MANILA – The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), led by Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr., has pledged to maintain the momentum of the government’s peace initiatives into 2025, aiming to secure a just and enduring peace for all Filipinos. Reflecting on the achievements of 2024, Galvez highlighted the year as…

  • Bishop Santos Prays for Justice and Healing in Kuwaiti Child Murder Case

    Bishop Ruperto Santos of Antipolo, a key figure in the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines, has expressed his deep sorrow and offered prayers for both the murdered Kuwaiti child and the Filipino worker accused of the crime. In a heartfelt statement, Santos emphasized the need for the community to unite in prayer and reflection…

  • DSWD Reallocates PHP658 Million Back to Treasury Due to Delays in MILF Beneficiary List

    The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has decided to return a PHP658 million budget to the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr). This budget was initially set aside by the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) for the fourth phase of the decommissioning of Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF)…

  • Manila Lawmaker Urges Health Department to Control TB Surge in Crowded Areas

    In a recent statement, Manila 2nd District Representative Rolando Valeriano expressed his concerns about the rising tuberculosis (TB) cases in Tondo and other densely populated parts of Manila. He called upon Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa to take immediate action to manage the situation, especially in the wake of recent disasters that have exacerbated the spread…

  • Heavy Rains and Rough Seas Forecast for Luzon Due to Shear Line and Northeast Monsoon

    The weather bureau has forecasted significant rainfall across various parts of Luzon, attributing the conditions to the combined effects of a shear line and the northeast monsoon, known locally as ‘amihan’. According to a recent bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), regions such as Quezon, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, and Northern…