Author: Miko Alvarez
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DOTr Unveils Two Advanced PUV Stops at Bonifacio Shrine in Manila
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has recently inaugurated two new public utility vehicle (PUV) stops at Bonifacio Shrine in Manila, aiming to enhance accessibility and safety for commuters. The unveiling took place on January 22, 2025, and was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by DOTr Undersecretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure, Jesus Ferdinand Ortega.…
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Bureau of Immigration Reveals Chinese National’s Espionage Activities in Philippines Since 2015
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has disclosed that a 39-year-old Chinese national, married to a Filipina, has been entering and leaving the Philippines since 2015, allegedly involved in espionage. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado announced that the agency has shared the individual’s details with the Department of Justice and the National Bureau of Investigation to…
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New Seaweed Lab on Bantayan Island Set to Boost Algae Production
A new seaweed laboratory at the Bantayan Island Multi-Species Marine Hatchery is poised to enhance the production of algae, which serves as a crucial raw material for various products. This initiative was announced by Bantayan town Mayor Arthur Despi, who expressed gratitude towards the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in Central Visayas for…
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Office of Civil Defense Applauds ARISE Philippines for Chicken Donation to Mount Kanlaon Evacuees
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has expressed its gratitude to ARISE Philippines, a non-government organization, for donating over 800 dressed chickens to support the internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental, following the recent eruption of Mount Kanlaon. In a statement released on Tuesday, OCD administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno highlighted how this…
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Supreme Court Halts Comelec Decisions in Three Election Cases
The Supreme Court (SC) has intervened in three separate election-related disputes by issuing temporary restraining orders (TROs) against the Commission on Elections (Comelec). These orders prevent the enforcement of Comelec’s decisions to disqualify or reject the candidacy of three individuals in the upcoming midterm elections. The SC’s actions were announced on Tuesday, marking a significant…
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President Marcos to Decide on PNP Chief Marbil’s Term Extension Before Retirement
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to make a crucial decision regarding the potential extension of Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Marbil’s term before his mandatory retirement on February 7, according to Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla. This announcement came after a meeting at…
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Comelec Enlists National Printing Office to Speed Up Ballot Production for Upcoming Elections
In a strategic move to enhance the efficiency of ballot printing for the upcoming May 12 elections, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has, for the first time, enlisted the services of the National Printing Office (NPO). This decision was announced by Comelec Chairperson George Garcia during a recent interview. By deputizing the NPO, Comelec aims…
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La Union’s Drive Towards Zero Waste Through Innovative Programs
La Union province is making significant strides towards achieving a zero-waste environment through a series of innovative programs. The provincial government, in collaboration with residents, the private sector, and other stakeholders, has been actively working to reduce waste and promote sustainability. A notable initiative is the Palit Basura program, which has successfully collected over 8,600…
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Investigation Launched into Possible Foul Play in Death of Filipino Worker in Kuwait
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has initiated an investigation into the death of Jenny Alvarado, an overseas Filipino worker in Kuwait, amid suspicions of foul play. The probe was announced by DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac during a forum at the Manila Hotel on Friday. Alvarado’s body was repatriated to the Philippines and arrived…
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Philippine Agriculture Department Aims to Lower Imported Rice Price to P50/kg by March
In a recent market inspection at the Mutya ng Pasig Mega Market in Pasig City, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) for imported rice, initially set at PHP58 per kilogram, is expected to decrease to PHP50/kg by March. This statement was made during a joint inspection with…
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