Author: Thea Escobar
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Tobias Fornier in Antique to Host Peace Covenant for 2025 Midterm Elections
In an effort to ensure a peaceful and fair 2025 midterm election, the municipality of Tobias Fornier in Antique is set to host a peace covenant signing. This initiative comes as the town is the only area in the province flagged for heightened political tensions. Wil Arceño, the Acting Assistant Regional Director of the Commission…
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Cebu Mother Arrested for Online Trafficking of Her Children
In a shocking case of online human trafficking, a woman from Cebu was apprehended during a coordinated sting operation. The arrest took place on February 13, 2025, in Barangay Sta. Rosa, Olango Island, Lapu-Lapu City, where the suspect allegedly exploited her own children through the internet. Colonel Lemel Gonda, head of the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit-Central…
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NIA Accelerates Jalaur Dam Project to Enhance Agricultural Output and Food Security
In a significant move to enhance food security and increase local rice production, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has committed to expediting the completion of the Jalaur River Multipurpose Project – Stage II in Iloilo. This decision aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to prioritize food affordability and security across the Philippines. The…
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Cebu City Boosts Security with 30 New Police Outposts
In a strategic move to combat crime, the Cebu City Police Office has established 30 new outposts throughout the city’s central areas. This initiative, announced by Police Chief Col. Enrico Figueroa, aims to enhance police presence and responsiveness to criminal activities. Each outpost is staffed by two officers, one stationed at the post and the…
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DHSUD and Eastern Visayas Local Governments Collaborate on Affordable Housing Initiative
In a significant move to address housing needs, the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) has entered into a partnership with 21 local government units (LGUs) in Eastern Visayas to construct affordable homes for low-income families. This initiative falls under the Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino (4PH) program, which is actively being implemented…
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Police Identify Suspects in American’s Murder in Agusan del Sur
In Butuan City, authorities have pinpointed individuals of interest following the murder of an American citizen in Agusan del Sur, as confirmed by a police official on Wednesday. Maj. Jennifer Ometer, who leads the information office at the Police Regional Office in Caraga Region (PRO-13), stated that the task force is actively following up on…
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Philippines Advocates for Openness and Cooperation in Climate Governance
In a significant gathering in Manila, the Philippines underscored the critical need for transparency, accountability, and cooperative efforts in tackling climate challenges that span across social and national lines. During the Open Government Partnership Asia-Pacific Regional Meeting on February 7, Climate Change Commission Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized the nation’s dedication…
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House Prosecutor Suggests Senate Allies May Need to Step Back in VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial
As the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte advance to the Senate, a key figure among the 11 appointed prosecutors hinted at the potential necessity for senators aligned with Duterte to recuse themselves. During a discussion at the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, Manila 3rd District Representative Joel Chua mentioned that the topic…
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Iloilo Health Officials Call for Vigorous Cleanup Amid Surge in Dengue Cases
Iloilo City – In response to a worrying increase in dengue cases, the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is urging residents to intensify their cleanup efforts. The call comes as the province reports 385 cases and four deaths from January 1 to February 1, 2025, marking a 58% increase from the previous year’s figures during…
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Iloilo Aims to Vaccinate Over 257,000 Dogs Against Rabies
In a concerted effort to combat rabies, the Iloilo provincial government has initiated a mass vaccination campaign targeting 257,534 dogs, which represents 70% of the province’s total dog population of 367,907. The campaign, which kicked off on February 4, 2025, in Lambunao, aims to achieve this goal within the next three months. Dr. Darel Tabuada,…
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