Author: Thea Escobar
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Philippine Air Force Commander Inspects Strategic Sites in West Philippine Sea
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) announced that its commander, Lt. Gen. Arthur Cordura, conducted a significant tour of key military installations in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) this week. The visit, which spanned from Tuesday to Wednesday, included stops at the Antonio Bautista Air Base (ABAB) in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, and Pag-asa Island, highlighting the…
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40 Suspects, Including NPA Rebel, Apprehended in Caraga Region
In a significant law enforcement operation spanning the first half of January, the Caraga Region’s police force successfully detained 40 individuals sought by the law, among them a member of the New People’s Army (NPA). The arrests were carried out across the region, with the Police Regional Office in Caraga (PRO-13) announcing the results on…
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Two South Africans Arrested at NAIA with PHP97.8 Million Shabu
In a significant drug bust at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City, authorities apprehended two South African nationals attempting to smuggle PHP97.8 million worth of shabu into the Philippines. The arrest occurred shortly after midnight on Friday, January 17, 2025, when the suspects were intercepted by the NAIA Inter-Agency Drug Interdiction…
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MMDA Proposes New Work Hours to Ease Metro Manila Traffic
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has put forward a proposal to adjust the working hours of government employees to 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in an effort to mitigate traffic congestion in the National Capital Region (NCR). This suggestion was made public by MMDA Chairperson Romando Artes during a press conference held after a…
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Malacañang Responds to Rumors of VP Sara Duterte’s 2028 Presidential Run: ‘Her Right to Decide’
In a recent statement, Malacañang addressed swirling rumors about Vice President Sara Duterte potentially running for president in 2028. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin described the speculation as ‘too early’ but emphasized that it is Duterte’s prerogative to decide on her political future. Although no official announcement has been made regarding her plans for the 2028…
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DMW Investigates Mishap in Repatriation of OFW’s Remains
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has launched an investigation into the erroneous repatriation of the remains of overseas Filipino worker Jenny Alvarado from Kuwait. DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac expressed his apologies to the Alvarado family for the distressing incident. He mentioned that the department’s legal team is currently reviewing the case to identify…
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House of Representatives Passes Bill to Transform NEDA into Department of Economy, Planning and Development
In a decisive move, the House of Representatives in Manila has passed a bill on its third and final reading to restructure the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) into a new entity known as the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDEV). The vote, which took place during a plenary session, saw 178 lawmakers unanimously…
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Massive Security Deployment for Iglesia Ni Cristo’s Peace Rally in Manila
In preparation for the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s National Rally for Peace, Manila will see the deployment of approximately 5,000 security personnel on Monday. The event, set to take place at Quirino Grandstand, has prompted a significant security response, with the majority of the force, around 4,400 officers, coming from the Philippine National Police. Additional support…
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