Day: December 2, 2024

Quezon City: Crimes in the country dropped by more than 9 percent in the past 11 months, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said Monday. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo, in a press briefing at Camp Crame, Quezon City, stated that a total of 34,684 crime incidents were logged from January 1 to November 29 this year, marking a 9.43 percent decline from the 38,294 incidents recorded during the same period last year. According to Philippines News Agency, this data breaks the trend of increasing crime incidents during the “Ber” months, which usually see a rise in mobility and economic

MANILA: Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino is spearheading efforts to elevate grassroots sports programs, envisioning a future where young Filipino athletes contribute to excellence and national unity. In a news release on Monday, Tolentino emphasized that sports development is a cornerstone of nation-building. “When our youth engage in sports, they learn values essential to nation-building: discipline, teamwork, resilience, and pride in representing their country,” he said. According to Philippines News Agency, Tolentino views every young Filipino not just as a potential champion but as a vital contributor to the country’s quest for excellence and unity. From local tournaments to international

Manila: The government will continue holding job fairs for displaced workers of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO), now known as internet gaming licensees (IGLs) that are set to shut down by yearend, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) said Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has assured continued assistance for affected employees of IGLs, even into January and February next year. Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma emphasized in a press briefing that DOLE regional offices and Public Employment Service Offices (PESO) are prepared to assist those in need of employment. The next special

DAVAO CITY: The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region 11 (Davao) launched the 13th NIA-Irrigators Association (IA) Congress on Monday, focusing on addressing sustainability issues and fostering partnerships with stakeholders to strengthen irrigation development in the region. NIA-11 manager Jimmy Apostol said the two-day forum provides a platform for irrigators to raise critical concerns, including calamity response funds, dam rehabilitation, irrigation system upgrades, and mechanization. “Through this forum, we will be able to hear their voices. This is the basis for their request on how to develop their area and increase their production,” Apostol said. According to Philippines News Agency, the

DUMAGUETE CITY: Twenty-five former rebels (FRs) of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Negros Oriental were brought to a mall and tourist spots as they undergo a 22-day deradicalization program, a Philippine Army official said on Monday. The program, aimed at helping the FRs transition back into civilian life, is being conducted by the 302nd Brigade, according to its commander, Brig. Gen. Joey Escanillas. According to Philippines News Agency, “This program is part of their reintegration into society and will help them in various aspects of living a normal life, different from the hardships they endured while in the movement,”