Super Typhoon Goring maintains strength
Super Typhoon Goring maintains its strength as it approaches the northwestern boundary of the PAR, Pagasa reported on its latest severe weather bulletin. The center of the eye of Super …
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DepEd’s 2024 budget not enough – VP Sara Duterte
Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte remarked on Wednesday that the proposed budget of P758 billion for the Department of Education (DepEd) in fiscal year 2024 is insufficient to …
P519-M worth of imported rice hidden in Bulacan warehouses
Bureau of Customs (BOC) agents inspected various Bulacan warehouses on Wednesday, discovering rice grains and “palay” with an estimated value of around P519 million. This inspection initiative in Wakas, Bocaue, …
Typhoon Goring slightly intensifies
The center of the eye of Typhoon Goring was estimated based on all available data at 165 km East of Calayan, Cagayan. Forecast rainfall are generally higher in elevated or …
Bato wants to include whistle, baton in PNP uniforms
On Tuesday, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa suggested reintroducing whistles and batons as components of the police uniform. He emphasized the necessity for a non-lethal approach following the demise of …
Alleged West African ‘black cocaine’ supplier nabbed
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has apprehended an alleged member of a West African syndicate who was involved in distributing the illicit substance known as “black cocaine.” During a …
Modus: Free vacation, money in exchange for drug delivery
A Filipina was arrested after being found with more than three kilos of suspected cocaine at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Thursday night. Based on the report of the NAIA …
Investigation ordered on viral cyclist case
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte instructed an investigation into the Quezon City Police District’s handling of the incident involving a driver captured on video pointing a gun at a cyclist. …
IACAT inspects BI airport ops
The Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) conducted an inspection of immigration operations on Friday evening. Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco shared that immigration operations at the Ninoy Aquino …
BI releases guidelines on Philippine Nikkei-Jin
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) released new guidelines on Philippine Nikkei-Jin. In a statement, BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco shared that the guidelines, which was also approved by the Secretary of …
President Marcos approves streamlining visa applications for foreign students
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has endorsed the proposal to simplify visa applications for tourists and international students. This endorsement followed a meeting between Marcos and the Private Sector Advisory …
BI: Repatriated victims forced to live in jungle by traffickers
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) shared the recent repatriation of three victims of human trafficking from Myanmar. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said that the three victims arrived last August 17, …
DAR expedites distribution of land titles to farmers
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) reported to the House of Representatives that more than 49,000 titles covering more than 43,000 hectares were distributed to beneficiary farmers in just the …
Tropical Depression Goring to bring heavy rainfall
The Low Pressure Area over the Philippine Sea East of Aparri, Cagayan has developed into Tropical Depression Goring, Pagasa reported on Thursday. The center of Tropical Depression GORING was estimated …
WFH employees recruited to work in pseudo-call centers
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco shared that despite several warnings, Filipino victims of crypto scam hubs continue to attempt to depart to work illegally. Tansingco cited a case …
BI arrests Korean fraudster
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Sunday, arrested a South Korean national wanted in his home country for fraud. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco identified the Korean as Son Sobeom, 33, …
Migrant Workers Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople dies
On Tuesday, senators expressed their condolences for the passing of Migrant Workers Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople, who was renowned for her lifelong commitment to advocating for the rights of overseas …
Negros Oriental special election winner will replace Arnie Teves
The special election for the third legislative district of Negros Oriental might take place in December this year, according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec). This follows the expulsion of …
Resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal successful
The Philippines’ successful follow-up mission to resupply personnel at the grounded vessel in Ayungin Shoal on Tuesday was confirmed by the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS). …
‘Money ban’ for barangay, SK elections pushed
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced on Tuesday that it will enforce a “money ban” due to the prohibition of acts assumed to be related to vote buying and selling …
P20/kilo rice depends on value chain improvement
On Tuesday, the Department of Agriculture (DA) conveyed that attaining a rice price of P20 per kilo would hinge on market dynamics, even if the country attains its 95% rice …
DOH gets P10 billion budget cut for 2023
House Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto has expressed his disappointment over the reduction of P10 billion in the proposed budget for the Department of Health (DOH) for the fiscal year 2024. …
BI nabs alleged Polish forger
Operatives of the Bureau of Immigration (BI) fugitive search unit (FSU) arrested last August 16 a 48-year-old Polish fugitive. BI FSU Chief Rendel Ryan Sy identified the fugitive as Cezary …
BI uncovers leads to traffickers in prostitution ring
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) rescued two victims of human trafficking last August 17. In a report to BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco, members of the Immigration Protection and Border Enforcement …
Woman dies trying to save her puppy
A 28-year-old woman died after falling into the river in Barangay 176, Bagong Silang, Caloocan City this Wednesday. According to the ward leader of the barangay, Nester Patron, around half …
Trafficking victims instructed to use wheelchairs to avoid strict inspection
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported the interception of a female trafficking victim last August 17 at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1. The victim, whose name was …