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Netizens urged to save gov’t anti-scam response hotline 1326
August 14, 2023, 5:04 pm
MANILA – As many unsuspecting Filipinos fall victim to the increasing number of online scams, Scam Watch Pilipinas (#ScamWatchPH) on Monday urged the public to save the Inter-Agency Response Center (I-ARC) Hotline 1326 on their mobile devices in case of need. The I-ARC is the centralized… Read More
PAL cancels Tuesday’s Manila-Japan flights due to Typhoon Lan
August 14, 2023, 5:04 pm
MANILA – Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has canceled six flights between Manila and Japan scheduled for Tuesday due to Typhoon Lan (international name). These flights are:* PR 438/437 Manila-Nagoya-Manila* PR 412/411 Manila-Osaka-Manila* PR 407/408 Manila-Osaka-Manila In an advisory… Read More
MMDA, DepEd launch anti-smoking, learning initiatives in Makati
August 14, 2023, 4:41 pm
MANILA – Students in select schools in Makati will soon receive lectures on anti-smoking, anti-littering, basic first aid and disaster management following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Monday between the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Department… Read More
BI deports Indian 'terrorist' duo
August 14, 2023, 4:23 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Monday said it deported two Indian fugitives tagged as "terrorists" with the aid of information-sharing with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the government of India. In a statement, BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said this… Read More
Senate panel eyes amendment of RA 10175 to ease case probes
August 14, 2023, 4:22 pm
MANILA – The Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs will push for amendments to Republic Act (RA) 10175 or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 to allow the disclosure of computer data, including the content of the communication in calls or text messages of individuals who are… Read More
NCRPO to deploy over 5K cops for Aug. 29 school opening
August 14, 2023, 4:21 pm
MANILA – The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) on Monday announced the deployment of over 5,000 police officers to secure the opening of classes for school year (SY) 2023-2024 later this month. In a statement, NCRPO director Brig. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez said they are now also… Read More
Start change by choosing new village execs, CBCP urges faithful
August 14, 2023, 3:48 pm
MANILA – An official of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Monday urged the faithful to initiate change in their communities by casting their votes in the Oct. 30 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). CBCP Office on Stewardship chairperson Bishop… Read More
BARMM chief: Respect SC ruling on Maguindanao Norte treasurer
August 14, 2023, 2:23 pm
MANILA – The Bangsamoro Government in Cotabato City, through its Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim, said it is fully committed to support the rule of law in light of the Supreme Court (SC) decision to appoint a provincial treasurer for the newly formed province of Maguindanao del Norte. In a statement… Read More
CCC warns public vs increasing heat waves in coming months
August 14, 2023, 2:00 pm
MANILA – The Commission on Climate Change (CCC) on Monday warned the public to prepare for increasing heat waves in the coming months that could cause drought and water shortages despite rains due to southwest monsoon and localized thunderstorms. In a statement, CCC Commissioner Albert dela… Read More
PBBM, VP Sara assure repair of Egay-hit schools
August 14, 2023, 12:57 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Vice President Sara Z. Duterte reassured on Monday that the national government is already dealing with the repairs of damaged schools hit by Typhoon Egay in July. Admitting that not all school repairs will… Read More
Nat'l Security Council scores latest NPA attack in Masbate
August 14, 2023, 12:45 pm
MANILA – The National Security Council (NSC) on Monday condemned the communist insurgents following another unprovoked "bomb and gun attack" by its members which wounded three people, including a barangay captain, in Masbate province over the weekend. "We strongly condemn the latest atrocities… Read More
PH, Australia hold first-ever bilateral amphibious drills
August 14, 2023, 11:17 am
MANILA – The first amphibious exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Australian Defense Force (ADF) formally opened on Monday in the city of Darwin. In a statement, AFP public affairs office chief Lt. Col. Enrico Gil Ileto said the maneuvers formally kicked off at the… Read More
Gov’t to fast-track normalization program for ex-MILF members
August 14, 2023, 11:13 am
MANILA – The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) said the Marcos administration is determined to expedite the implementation of the Normalization Program that aims to uplift the conditions of former Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) combatants, their… Read More
Monday forecast: Warm weather, rain showers to prevail across PH
August 14, 2023, 10:26 am
MANILA – A huge part of the country will experience warm weather and rain showers due to the southwest monsoon and localized thunderstorms, the weather bureau said Monday. The southwest monsoon will cause scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over Palawan, Bicol Region, Zamboanga Peninsula,… Read More
‘BIDA’ infomercial ad airing in 74 SM cinemas nationwide
August 13, 2023, 5:21 pm
MANILA – As the government continues to intensify its anti-illegal drug campaign, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said Sunday that the “Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan” (BIDA) advertisement will be played in 74 SM Cinema branches nationwide. The 30-second… Read More
Public warned vs. counterfeit bills as ex-Army yields fake money
August 13, 2023, 12:30 pm
MANILA – The Southern Police District (SPD) on Sunday called on the public to be wary of counterfeit money following the arrest of a former Army soldier who used counterfeit money in a store. SPD Director Brig. Gen. Roderick Mariano reminded the public, particularly small store owners, to always… Read More
‘Habagat’ to bring thunderstorms in most parts of the country
August 13, 2023, 8:00 am
MANILA – There is no tropical cyclone monitored outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) while the southwest monsoon (habagat) continues to affect some parts of the country, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on… Read More
PFDA investigating fake Facebook account of GM
August 12, 2023, 7:49 pm
MANILA – The Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) is warning the public against a social media account using the name and photo of its Acting General Manager, lawyer Glen Pangapalan. The agency issued the warning on Facebook after receiving reports of the Facebook Page “GM Glen”… Read More
PBBM: Youth plays crucial role in attaining green transition
August 12, 2023, 4:16 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday emphasized the vital role of the youth in accelerating the green transition. In his message on International Youth Day, Marcos said the young population, who serve as “both the trailblazer of the modern world and hope of the future,” has… Read More
Japanese firm pilots AI-powered crisis management tool in PH
August 12, 2023, 4:14 pm
MANILA – A Japanese startup is piloting an artificial intelligence-powered (AI) disaster management tool in the Philippines to help provide real-time information in times of emergency. The initiative is part of a public-private partnership promotion program between Spectee, Inc. and the Japan… Read More
