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Easterlies, ‘amihan’ to bring isolated rains over most of PH
December 27, 2023, 7:21 am
MANILA – The northeast monsoon or “amihan” affecting Luzon, and the easterlies prevailing over the eastern section of the Visayas and Mindanao will continue to bring cloudy skies with isolated rain showers across the country, the weather bureau said Wednesday. In its 4 a.m. weather bulletin,… Read More
Celebrate holidays with care, Manila mayor urges residents
December 26, 2023, 5:21 pm
MANILA – The Manila City government on Tuesday called on residents to be vigilant in celebrating the holiday season and continue observing health protocols. Mayor Honey Lacuna issued the reminder as she cited the report of the Manila Health Department (MHD), noting a rise in coronavirus cases in… Read More
PBBM lures more foreign investments as he envisions better 2024
December 26, 2023, 5:11 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. capped 2023 with more focus on defending Philippine territory, attracting foreign investments, and making structural reforms. Marcos’ decisive actions were highlighted by a stronger stance against China’s aggression and harassment in the Philippine… Read More
House passes bills in record time to achieve agenda for prosperity
December 26, 2023, 4:50 pm Updated on December 26, 2023, 4:54 pm
MANILA – The House of Representatives has successfully passed a series of landmark legislation aimed at fortifying the Philippine economy, revitalizing businesses, and expanding the range of services available to the Filipino people. These accomplishments, achieved in record time, align… Read More
Senate probe on Malampaya’s selection of IP representative sought
December 26, 2023, 4:20 pm
MANILA – Senator Robinhood Padilla has filed a bill seeking to probe alleged irregularities of Malampaya in the selection process of the Indigenous People’s Mandatory Representative (IPMR) in Palawan. In his Senate Resolution No. 885 filed on Dec. 11 but released to media on Tuesday, Padilla… Read More
BI logs 161K arrivals on Christmas weekend
December 26, 2023, 3:44 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Tuesday said it has logged over 161,000 arrivals in the country during the Christmas weekend. In a news release, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said a total of 161,664 passengers arrived in the country from Dec. 23 to 25. Of the number,… Read More
PNP: No security threats seen for Traslacion 2024
December 26, 2023, 2:49 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday said it has yet to detect security threats for the feast of the Black Nazarene on Jan. 9, 2024, but it would implement stringent monitoring measures to avert any attacks. “Kagaya ng dati at lagi nating kinagawian, hindi tayo… Read More
Malabon cop in hot water for 'accidental' firing
December 26, 2023, 2:25 pm
MANILA – A police officer in Malabon City has been placed under restrictive custody for his alleged involvement in "accidental" firing, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Tuesday. In a phone interview, PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said the incident happened on Dec. 23.… Read More
DOH: Fireworks-related injuries now 52
December 26, 2023, 2:23 pm Updated on December 26, 2023, 3:03 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday reported 24 new cases related to fireworks, bringing the total tally of injuries to 52. In its latest case bulletin, the DOH said the additional injuries included five cases of amputations -- three minors and two adults-- resulting in lost or… Read More
Consignee of P56-M shabu shipment nabbed in Cavite
December 26, 2023, 11:44 am
MANILA – The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Tuesday reported the arrest of the consignee of over 8 kgs. of shabu worth PHP56 million in Cavite province. In a statement, BOC-Clark District Collector Erastus Sandino Austria said a controlled delivery operation by BOC and Philippine Drug Enforcement… Read More
Towards a more robust PH naval presence
December 26, 2023, 11:00 am
MANILA – The year 2023 has proven to be a smooth sailing journey for the Philippine Navy’s (PN) modernization program aimed at acquiring state-of-the-art assets that would help protect the country’s vast waters from various threats. Corvette project Three years from now, the Navy will have… Read More
AFP: Bukidnon encounter highlights weakness of remaining Reds
December 26, 2023, 10:14 am Updated on December 26, 2023, 3:16 pm
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said the Christmas Day encounter in Malaybalay, Bukidnon that resulted in the death of nine New People's Army (NPA) insurgents highlights the communist movement's general weakness and lack of capability. "It also signals an urgent need for the… Read More
'Amihan', easterlies bring rain showers across PH
December 26, 2023, 9:20 am
MANILA – The northeast monsoon or "amihan" will continue to bring cloudy skies with rain showers over some parts of Luzon on Tuesday. In its 4 a.m. weather forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said the easterlies are also affecting Eastern… Read More
Solons call for unity, kindness this Christmas season
December 25, 2023, 5:22 pm
MANILA – Lawmakers at the House of Representatives on Monday called for unity and kindness this Christmas season. House Majority Leader Manuel Jose Dalipe said Christmas is a season of unity that transcends political divisions. "As we gather with our loved ones during this joyous season, let us… Read More
Close to 60K passengers arrive in PH on Christmas week
December 25, 2023, 3:20 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) recorded close to 60,000 arrivals leading to Christmas Day. A total of 51,390 arrivals were recorded on the first day of December in all international airports. The figure rose to 59,541 on Dec. 22 and 58,993 on Dec. 23. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco… Read More
Notorious female Zambo terrorist group member nabbed in Basilan
December 25, 2023, 2:29 pm
MANILA – A member of a terrorist group and listed among the most wanted persons in the Zamboanga Peninsula was arrested in Basilan, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) said in a news release Monday. CIDG chief Maj. Gen. Romeo Caramat said Norkisa Omar Ibno (alias Norkisa Omar… Read More
Focus crimes down by 67% on Christmas Eve - PNP
December 25, 2023, 2:23 pm
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded a 67-percent drop in focus crimes on Christmas Eve compared to last year. As per the data provided by PNP information chief and spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo on Monday, 34 focus crimes were recorded the day before Christnas, or 66.34… Read More
AFP keeps tight watch despite CPP unilateral ceasefire
December 25, 2023, 2:13 pm
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is keeping a tight watch despite the two-day unilateral ceasefire declared by the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) for its 55th anniversary on Dec. 26. AFP Public Affairs Office chief Col. Xerxes Trinidad said Monday that even with the… Read More
DOH reports 16 new fireworks-related injuries
December 25, 2023, 1:17 pm
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) reported an additional 16 new fireworks-related injuries, bringing the number to 28 cases, six days before the New Year revelry. As of 6 a.m. Monday, DOH data show that new cases included one eye injury of a passive onlooker at a designated area. Their… Read More
PBBM orders national gov’t agencies to analyze devolution initiative
December 25, 2023, 1:00 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has instructed national government agencies (NGAs) to conduct an analysis on the operationalization of the full devolution initiative and come up with a list of functions that should be devolved to the local government units (LGUs). He made the… Read More
