Taguig city gov’t pays debts
The Taguig City government ended 2018 on a high note as it officially became a debt-free local government unit for 2019. A total of P1,226,609,848 in loans plus P388,859,293 in…
US: Commitment to MDT absolute, ironclad
The United States government yesterday reiterated its “absolute” and “ironclad” commitment to its alliance with the Philippines under the Mutual Defense Treaty. “We have a strong and robust security alliance…
No redemption for ASG – Duterte
President Duterte has crafted an "evil plan" for the enemies of the State, saying they do not monopolize evil in the country. The President said he has authorized the deployment…
Mindanao remains safe to visit – Palace
Mindanao remains a safe place to visit, Malacañang assured the public yesterday, following the recent travel alerts issued by United Kingdom and Australia. Presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo said they understand the intention…
Quadrantid meteors to dazzle PH
“Shooting stars” that spring from the brilliant Quadrantid meteor will kick off a new year of sky watching for Filipinos. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration,…
Simultaneous ‘traslacion’ set
A simultaneous "traslacion" (procession) of the Black Nazarene will be held on His feast day on Jan. 9. Fr. Douglas Badong, parochial vicar of the Quiapo Church in Manila, revealed that…
Duterte confident BOL will hurdle plebiscite
President Duterte is confident that the Bangsamoro Organic Law will be ratified in the upcoming plebiscite to help bring peace and development in Mindanao. "I hope and I pray that…
Farmer, 69, electrocuted in Quezon
INFANTA, Quezon – A 69-year-old farmer died when he was electrocuted by a live wire in Purok Rosal, Barangay Abiawin, here, Wednesday. The victim, Daniel Sol Rutas, a resident of…
Fireman found with bullet hole in temple
MULANAY, Quezon – Police reported that a member of the Bureau of Fire Protection shot himself in the temple here Wednesday. Police identified the victim as Fire Officer 3 Carlo…
‘Usman’ kills 122; 60 injured, 28 missing
One-hundred twenty-two persons persons have been killed by tropical depression “Usman” which battered Bicol and Eastern Visayas over the weekend. The 122 fatalities were from Regions 4-A and 4-B, Bicol, and…
Davao City gov’t OKs P10-M aid for ‘Usman’ victims
DAVAO CITY – The City Council of Davao approved in a special session yesterday an ordinance allowing the disbursement of food and cash assistance totaling P10 million for the five…
Task force to probe Cotabato mall blast
COTABATO CITY – Authorities have formed a task force composed of police and military agents to probe the bombing that killed two persons and wounded over 30 others in a…
Duterte visiting TD ‘Usman’ victims today
President Duterte is scheduled to visit storm-ravaged Camarines Sur today to extend relief assistance to the families affected by the latest calamity. Presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo said the President was saddened…
DepEd holds early listing for Kinder, Grades 1, 7, 11
The Department of Education is scheduled to conduct the early registration of incoming Kindergarten and Grades 1, 7, and 11 learners in all public schools nationwide starting this month. Based…
Miss U franchise still with BPCI, says BPCI chair
Stella Marquez Araneta, chairperson of the Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc., said Thursday that the Miss Universe Philippines franchise remains with the BPCI, finally breaking her silence that it has been…
Gov’t vows no delay in Baldo prosecution
The government is determined to prosecute “without delay” Daraga, Albay Mayor Carlwyn Baldo and his cohorts for their alleged involvement in the murder of Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Rodel Batocabe…
