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PCG joins task force to boost West Mindanao maritime security
July 12, 2024, 5:08 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has joined the Joint Task Force (JTF) Poseidon to boost maritime security in the southwestern Philippines, particularly Western Mindanao, following the deactivation of JTF Tawi-Tawi. In a statement on Friday, the PCG said the initiative seeks to fortify… Read More
DPWH eyes reopening of Kamuning flyover southbound in Aug
July 12, 2024, 5:03 pm
MANILA – The Department of Public Works and Highways-National Capital Region (DPWH-NCR) is looking to reopen the southbound portion of the Kamuning flyover in Quezon City in late August. DPWH-NCR director Loretta Malaluan, in a message to the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Friday, said this is… Read More
PH bares plan to build more accessible, Taylor Swift-ready stadium
July 12, 2024, 4:48 pm
CAPAS, Tarlac – The Philippines on Friday bared its plan to construct a stadium more viable to host concerts of global superstars like Taylor Swift within Clark aviation complex. Speaking at the “Build Better More” Infrastructure Forum at the New Clark City, Clark International Airport and… Read More
DOTr: Flagship transport projects to boost PH tourism
July 12, 2024, 4:46 pm
MANILA – Flagship mass transportation projects are expected to boost tourism in the country, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista said Friday. During the Travel Madness Expo 2024 in Pasay City, Bautista expressed confidence that there will be more tourist arrivals based… Read More
Marcos assures gov't on top of situation amid POGO-linked crimes
July 12, 2024, 4:45 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday assured that the government is on top of the situation amid the host of crimes linked to the Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). During the distribution of presidential assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in San Fernando, Pampanga,… Read More
Marcos to DOE, NGCP: Ensure timely completion of power projects
July 12, 2024, 4:12 pm
CAPAS, Tarlac – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday directed the Department of Energy (DOE) and National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) to ensure the timely completion of transmission projects as the government moves to provide reliable electricity supply across the country.… Read More
DA: More youths engage, earn from farming through YIPOA
July 12, 2024, 4:11 pm
MANILA – The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Friday said more youths are now engaged and earning in farming, following the pilot implementation of the Youth Intern Program for Organic Agriculture (YIPOA) in 2023. "We are creating a new breed of youth at nag-e-enjoy sila sa agriculture (and… Read More
ULAP urges LGUs to support 2024 census, monitoring system
July 12, 2024, 3:34 pm
MANILA – Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president, Quirino Governor Dax Cua, on Friday urged his fellow local leaders to support the conduct of the 2024 Population Census and Community-Based Monitoring System (2024 POPCEN-CBMS), which begins July 15. “The 2024 POPCEN-CBMS is an… Read More
Comelec: Hybrid polls violate election automation law
July 12, 2024, 3:14 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday thumbed down the idea of a hybrid poll system next year. Comelec chairperson George Erwin Garcia said this would violate the law which requires an automated method for the holding of the polls. “Kasi po ‘yung automation law ay pure… Read More
First Lady awards PHLPost centenarian stamps at LAB for ALL Caravan
July 12, 2024, 3:02 pm
MANILA – First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and Chairman/Postmaster General Mike Planas of the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) awarded the Centenarian Personalized Stamps to Basilia Tabudlong Ortiz of Mandaluyong City and Ceasario Gubaton Lamela Jr. of Bacolod City during the LAB for ALL… Read More
SC: No ruling yet on anti-dynasty bill petitions
July 12, 2024, 2:53 pm
MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) on Friday clarified that it has yet to issue a decision directing Congress to pass an anti-political dynasty law, contrary to published reports. “These cases (asking to compel Congress) are still pending before the Court,” said Court spokesperson Camille Ting.… Read More
PBBM: Gov't pushes for Baler Airport dev't project
July 12, 2024, 2:30 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Friday the government is working to start the Baler Airport Development Project in Aurora province. During the distribution of presidential assistance to farmers and fisherfolk in Baler, Aurora, Marcos said the Baler Airport would be developed to… Read More
PNP enforces gun ban for PBBM's 3rd SONA
July 12, 2024, 1:56 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday announced the suspension of all permits to carry firearms outside of residence (PTCFOR) on July 22, as part of security measures for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s third State of the Nation Address (SONA). In an advisory, the PNP's… Read More
NSA: PH firm on protecting sovereignty vs. encroachment, coercion
July 12, 2024, 1:27 pm Updated on July 12, 2024, 5:58 pm
MANILA – The Philippines will remain steadfast in standing against any territorial encroachments that undermine its sovereignty. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año made this assurance as Manila marks the 8th anniversary of the historic Arbitral Award on the South China Sea on Friday. "For… Read More
2 suspects yield P10.8-M assorted illegal drugs in Pasay
July 12, 2024, 1:15 pm
MANILA – Two drug suspects yielded close to PHP11 million worth of illegal drugs in Pasay City early Friday. In a report, Philippine National Police-Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) chief Brig. Gen. Eleazar Matta said the suspects, Enrico Carlo Acacio, 23 and Crizalyn Mendoza, 29, were arrested in… Read More
DFA: UN resolution a ‘milestone’ in protecting Filipino sailors
July 12, 2024, 11:11 am
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) hailed the newly adopted United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) resolution promoting the rights of seafarers as a "milestone" in protecting sailors, including Filipinos around the world. The UNHRC adopted by consensus the Philippine-initiated… Read More
FA-50PH jets, pilots to focus on 'Pitch Black' combat tactics
July 12, 2024, 11:01 am
MANILA – Philippine Air Force (PAF) FA-50PHs light jet fighters and their pilots will focus on fighter combat tactics in this year's "Pitch Black" exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in the airspace of Australia's northern city of Darwin. "Exercises of (the) FA-50s include… Read More
PH vows to pursue peace in SCS as Arbitral Award marks 8 years
July 12, 2024, 10:48 am
MANILA – The Philippines will pursue a “course anchored on peace” as it secures its rights over the West Philippine Sea, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Friday as the country marks the 8th anniversary of the Arbitral Award on the South China Sea. In a statement, the DFA… Read More
1.9K Reds surrender in H1 2024 thru localized peace talks
July 12, 2024, 10:28 am
MANILA – The government's Local Peace Engagement (LPE) initiative has led to the surrender of 1,904 communist insurgents in the first half of the year, the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) said Friday. In a statement, the anti-insurgency body said these… Read More
CBCP to divorce supporters: Take it slow, study effects on society
July 12, 2024, 9:45 am
MANILA – The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) called on divorce advocates to think carefully about the measure's effects on society. In a pastoral letter issued Thursday after its 128th Plenary Assembly, the Conference said there is no need to rush the passage of the… Read More
