Day: June 19, 2024

Manila, Philippines – The leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) stated that the restraint shown by Philippine Navy (PN) personnel was crucial in preventing further escalation during a recent confrontation with the Chinese Coast Guard…

SIBAGAT, AGUSAN DEL SUR — In anticipation of the upcoming rainy season and the expected impact of La Niña, the town of Sibagat in Agusan del Sur has readied 43 evacuation centers across various villages to safeguard residents from potential flooding a…

Makati City, Philippines – The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has called on the government to adopt power subsidy policies to enhance investment attractiveness in the country. This appeal was made at the PCCI’s Power Summit 2024 in…

SAN JOSE DEL MONTE CITY — In an early morning operation on Wednesday, police in San Jose Del Monte City, Bulacan, arrested eight individuals and confiscated shabu valued at approximately PHP1.56 million.

According to Philippines News Agency, directo…

Negros Oriental, Philippines – Some 4,000 swine farmers in Negros Oriental have received financial aid from the provincial government to mitigate the impact of the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak. The assistance aims to help them recover from the l…

MANILA – The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) announced that the Jose Panganiban Port Improvement Project will significantly enhance trade and the economy in the Bicol Region, focusing on export cargo operations in Camarines Norte. This development ca…

CENTRAL VISAYAS — The Department of Health (DOH) reported a significant rise in dengue cases in Central Visayas during the first half of 2024, with nearly 7,000 cases recorded despite ongoing dry weather conditions.

According to Philippines News Age…

MANILA – During the commemoration of Dr. Jose Rizal’s 163rd birthday, Senator Imee Marcos urged the Philippines to embrace the national hero’s principles of peace and dialogue amidst rising tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

According to Phi…

MANILA — Germany delivered a surprising win against France in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Men’s Week 3, with a scoreline of 25-23, 25-27, 25-20, 25-23 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Wednesday.

According to Philippines News Agency, Gyorgy Gr…