Davao City: More than 1,500 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA), now referred to as Friends Rescued (FRs), gathered for a summit at the headquarters of the Philippine Army’s 60th Infantry Battalion (60IB) on Wednesday to voice their concerns…
Day: May 8, 2025
NDC Finalizes Pandacan Land Deal with Toll Regulatory Board
Manila: The National Development Company (NDC) has received the final tranche of payment from the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) for a 1.3-hectare segment of its Pandacan property. This finalizes the land acquisition for the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 (…
DTI Intensifies Advocacy on Product Certification in Antique Province
Antique: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Antique province has intensified its advocacy of products under mandatory certification to ensure consumer safety and quality compliance by establishments. Arnel Oliveros, DTI Antique Provincial O…
Shopwise Bikefest to Attract Over 2,800 Riders in Cavite
Imus: All is set for the Shopwise Bikefest scheduled on May 18 at the Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus, Cavite with organizers eyeing at least 2,800 riders, surpassing last year’s turnout of 2,443.
According to Philippines News Agency, the competition, wh…
DepEd Credits Teachers and LGUs for Boosting Cordillera Literacy Status
Baguio City: The Department of Education in the Cordillera Administrative Region (DepEd-CAR) has attributed the region’s impressive performance in a recent literacy survey, particularly in the provinces of Apayao and Benguet, to the dedication of teac…
Comelec Drops Vote-Buying Complaint Against Camille Villar
Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has decided not to pursue the vote-buying complaint against Camille Villar, an administration senatorial candidate and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives. The decision was communicated in a let…