Author: Thea Escobar

  • Customs Seizes P10.2 Million Shabu Concealed in PVC Window Shipment at Clark Port

    In a significant drug bust, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Port of Clark successfully intercepted a shipment containing shabu valued at PHP10.2 million. The drugs were cleverly hidden within four aluminum tubes, which were part of a consignment declared as a ‘Black Vinyl Window Made Out of PVC’ from the United States. The…

  • Philippine National Security Council Endorses President Marcos’ Stance on West Philippine Sea

    The National Security Council (NSC) of the Philippines has thrown its weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s urging of China to honor the nation’s sovereignty and rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), and to halt its aggressive actions in this crucial maritime region. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año emphasized that the Philippines has…

  • Cordillera Region Secures P35 Billion for Infrastructure and Road Enhancements in 2025

    The Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) is set to benefit significantly from a P35 billion allocation for infrastructure and road connectivity in 2025, aimed at boosting regional development. Khadaffy Tanggol, the director of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Cordillera, announced this substantial budget during a recent media interview, emphasizing its role in…

  • Philippine Government Prepares Support for Filipinos Deported from the U.S.

    The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has announced its readiness to assist Filipino nationals deported from the United States. This statement was made by Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma during a career event in Pasay City. He emphasized that the government, following directives from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is committed to supporting Filipinos who…

  • ARTA Ramps Up Digital Initiatives to Combat Bureaucratic Hurdles

    The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has announced a significant push towards digitalization to streamline public services and eradicate bureaucratic delays. In a recent performance review broadcasted on PTV-4’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez emphasized the agency’s commitment to enhancing efficiency through technology. Perez highlighted the impact of Executive Order 32, signed by…

  • Manila Prepares for Chinese New Year with Road Closures and Festive Events

    Manila is gearing up for the Chinese New Year with a series of road closures and celebratory events. The Manila Public Information Office (MPIO) has announced that several roads will be closed starting Tuesday to facilitate the festivities. The Binondo-Intramuros Bridge will be inaccessible from 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, while other key routes like Jones Bridge,…

  • Pag-IBIG Fund Antique Aims for 30,000 Members with New Raffle Promotion

    The Pag-IBIG Fund Antique branch is ambitiously targeting to increase its membership to 30,000 through the innovative One Plus One (OPO) raffle promotion. This initiative encourages existing members to act as influencers and motivate non-members to join the fund. In return, members receive an electronic raffle ticket, offering them a chance to win up to…

  • Himamaylan City Partners with PhilTower and MIDC for Major Cell Tower Project

    In a significant move to enhance digital connectivity, Himamaylan City in Negros Occidental has entered into a partnership with PhilTower Consortium Inc. and Miescor Infrastructure Development Corp. to construct cell site towers across the city. The agreement, formalized through a memorandum signed by Mayor Raymund Tongson and Kalvin Laurence Antonio Parpan of PhilTower, marks a…

  • Mall Security Guard Submits Counter-Affidavit in Viral Video Incident

    MANILA – In response to a widely circulated video, the mall security guard involved in an altercation with a sampaguita vendor has submitted a counter-affidavit to the Philippine National Police’s Supervisory Office on Security and Investigation Agency (SOSIA). The guard’s security agency also filed a counter-affidavit, with a representative submitting it on Thursday, according to…

  • Agriculture Secretary Flags Smuggling and Mislabeling at Pasay Market

    During a recent visit to Cartimar Market in Pasay City, Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. raised concerns about potential smuggling and mislabeling of agricultural products. The visit, conducted in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry and Pasay’s local government, aimed to oversee the pricing and supply of agricultural goods in…