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Comelec Tests New Voting Technologies in Tawi-Tawi Ahead of 2025 Midterm Elections
BONGAO, TAWI-TAWI — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) conducted mock elections in Tawi-Tawi on Friday to trial new voting technologies slated for use in the May 2025 midterm elections. The tests were carried out to assess the functionality and rel…
Philippine Department of Agriculture to Roll Out ASF Vaccine Pending FDA Approval
MARIKINA CITY — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is poised to initiate a vaccination campaign against African swine fever (ASF) by 2024, contingent on securing approval from the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA).
According to Philippines News Ag…
Metro Manila Subway Project to Accelerate with Six Tunnel Boring Machines by Year-End
MANILA — The Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) is set to expedite construction as two additional tunnel boring machines (TBMs) are expected to arrive by the end of the year, bringing the total to six, according to the Department of Transportation (DO…
Philippine House to Investigate Criminal Activities Associated with Illegal POGOs
MANILA — Speaker Martin Romualdez has mandated a comprehensive congressional investigation into the criminal activities linked to unauthorized Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), addressing issues such as money laundering and human trafficki…
Czech Republic Advances to Semifinals in Volleyball Challenger Cup After Dominating Argentina
NINOY AQUINO STADIUM — The Czech Republic volleyball team decisively defeated Argentina in straight sets, 25-15, 25-22, 25-16, on Friday, securing a spot in the semifinals of the FIVB Volleyball Challenger Cup.
According to Philippines News Agency, …
Philippines Clinches First Medal at Eastern Asia Chess Championships with Arca’s Bronze
KARAWACI-TANGERANG, INDONESIA — The Philippines secured its first medal at the Eastern Asia Juniors and Girls Chess Championships last Thursday night, thanks to a bronze-winning performance by Christian Gian Karlo Arca in the Open rapid category.
Ac…
President Marcos Announces PHP27 Billion in Agricultural Infrastructure for Northern Mindanao
TUBOD, LANAO DEL NORTE — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced on Friday a comprehensive PHP27 billion initiative to enhance agricultural productivity in Northern Mindanao through the construction of over 400 infrastructure projects.
According…
OWWA Pushes for Increased Compensation for Family of ‘Missing’ MV Tutor Crew Member
PASAY CITY — The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is currently negotiating with the manning agency of the MV Tutor, a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier, to secure higher compensation for the family of a seafarer who went missing after the sh…
DBM Allocates P27 Billion for Health Workers’ Emergency Allowance
MANILA — The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released a Special Allotment Release Order (SARO) worth PHP27.453 billion to settle health emergency allowance claims for medical workers, announced DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman on Friday….
Solicitor General Seeks Cancellation of Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo’s Birth Certificate
TARLAC — Government lawyers, led by Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra, filed a petition on Friday with the Tarlac Regional Trial Court to cancel the birth certificate of suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, citing non-compliance with legal registration …
Philippines’ P29 Rice Program Aims to Mitigate Inflation and Enhance Food Security
MANILA — The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced optimistic projections for the P29 Rice Program, which began its large-scale trial in Metro Manila and Bulacan, aimed at curbing inflation and supporting vulnerable populations. The trial, which la…
Johnny Arcilla Wins Second Consecutive Gov. Dimaporo Open Tennis Title
TUBOD, LANAO DEL NORTE — Johnny Arcilla successfully defended his title at the Gov. Imelda Dimaporo National Open on Thursday, after his opponent Alexis Acabo unexpectedly withdrew from the men’s singles finals at the Mindanao Civic Center.
Accordin…