Author: Miko Alvarez
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New PNP-ACG Director Promises Advanced Cyber Protection Strategies
MANILA – In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity, the newly appointed head of the Philippine National Police-Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang, has committed to enhancing the group’s cyber defenses. Speaking at his inauguration at the ACG headquarters in Camp Crame, Yang outlined his vision for a robust cybersecurity framework that leverages cutting-edge…
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CIDG Cracks Down on Unauthorized Sale of Imported Agricultural Goods in Taguig
In a significant operation against the illegal trade of agricultural products, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) apprehended two individuals in Taguig City. The suspects, identified only as Mary Ann and Israel, were caught during an entrapment operation at Lucky Farmers Fruits and Grocery Store on Veterans Road, Brgy. Western Bicutan. The operation, executed…
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Urgent Evacuation Orders Issued as Kanlaon Volcano Activity Intensifies
The Task Force Kanlaon has issued urgent mandatory evacuation orders for residents within a six-kilometer radius of Kanlaon Volcano following the emission of a 1.2-kilometer high dark plume on Monday. The directive comes as the volcano’s activity escalates, prompting concerns about potential eruptions and related hazards. In an emergency meeting, the task force, led by…
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Tropical Depression Romina Prompts Signal No. 1 in Kalayaan Islands
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration reported at 8 p.m. Sunday that Tropical Depression Romina was located over the coastal waters of Gomez Reef in Kalayaan, Palawan. As a result, the Kalayaan Island Group has been placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, with maximum sustained winds of 55 km/h near the…
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Philippine Authorities Urge Enhanced Tsunami Evacuation Plans Following Ilocos Sur Earthquakes
In response to recent seismic activity off the coast of Ilocos Sur, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has issued a directive to local government units (LGUs) in the Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, and Central Luzon to bolster their earthquake and tsunami evacuation strategies. OCD Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno has convened an urgent meeting, tasking regional…
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GSIS and MMDA Forge Alliance to Enhance Traffic Control and Road Safety in Metro Manila
In a significant move to improve traffic management and road safety, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have formalized a partnership. The agreement, signed on December 18, 2024, at the GSIS headquarters in Pasay City, was witnessed by key figures including GSIS President Wick Veloso, MMDA Chairman Romando…
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OCD Urges Kanlaon Evacuees to Remain in Shelters Over Holidays
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has issued a strong recommendation for residents evacuated from areas near Mt. Kanlaon on Negros Island to stay in evacuation centers during the Christmas holidays. This advice comes in response to the ongoing activity of the volcano. Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno of the OCD emphasized the importance of staying safe,…
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Bago City Excels in Local Governance with Three Prestigious Awards
Bago City, located just south of Bacolod in Negros Occidental, has been recognized for its outstanding achievements in local governance, earning three awards at the 2024 Excellence in Local Governance (EXCELL) Awards held in Iloilo City. The awards, presented by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Region 6 (Western Visayas), celebrated…
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President Marcos Jr. Oversees Signing of Five Major Transportation Projects
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. attended a significant contract signing event at Malacañan Palace in Manila, marking the commencement of five crucial transportation initiatives by the Department of Transportation (DOTr). The ceremony, held on December 18, 2024, was a testament to the government’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure across the Philippines. The projects include the development…
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