Day: February 13, 2025

Mandaluyong City: The Department of Justice (DOJ) has partnered with the Irish Embassy in the Philippines to facilitate a dance workshop for female persons deprived of liberty (PDLs). The workshop took place at the Correctional Institution for Women compound with the attendance of Irish Ambassador to the Philippines Emma Hickey and Embassy of Ireland in the Philippines Head of Consular Naomi McElroy. According to Philippines News Agency, the initiative aims to promote health and wellness through Irish dance and introduce Irish culture to female inmates. It serves as a means to strengthen Filipino-Irish international relations and aligns with the Marcos

Iloilo City: The city government has officially handed over the historic Jaro municipal building to the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), following the signing of a deed of usufruct at the Iloilo City hall. According to Philippines News Agency, the transfer marks a significant step for Iloilo City as it becomes the first in the country to host an NCCA regional and cultural hub. Mayor Jerry Tre±as emphasized the building’s importance and expressed confidence in its utilization under the NCCA’s management. The agreement was signed by Tre±as, NCCA Chairperson Victorino Mapa Manalo, NCCA Executive Director Erick Zerrudo,

Muntinlupa: The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Thursday broke ground for a new ‘road safety park’ in Muntinlupa City that seeks to promote active transportation through the construction of road safety features and cycling facilities. The park is being developed on a 3,140-square meter lot at the Muntinlupa Sports Center and will be connected to public road transport. According to Philippines News Agency, the park will include bike lane classes, public transport stops, a road signage park, and a footbridge. These features will be integrated with public road transport to enhance connectivity and accessibility. DOTr Undersecretary for Road Transport and

Datu Abdullah Sangki: Police in Datu Abdullah Sangki (DAS), Maguindanao del Sur, have initiated a manhunt for the gunmen responsible for ambushing a municipal councilor, a village councilman, and a barangay secretary. The incident occurred on Thursday when Councilor Edris Sangki, also the chairperson of Barangay Kaya-Kaya, was targeted while riding a motorcycle driven by Barangay Councilman Penny Balawgan. According to Philippines News Agency, the attack happened around 10:30 a.m. when unidentified assailants in a vehicle opened fire. Barangay Secretary Abdul Latip, who was on another motorcycle following the two, was also struck by stray bullets. All three victims were

Zamboanga City: The rising number of female police officers reflects the significant improvement in the country’s law enforcement service formerly dominated by male officials, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said on Thursday. Marbil highlighted that the PNP is now composed of 42,757 female officers serving in various capacities, which constitutes 20 percent of more than 200,000 personnel. According to Philippines News Agency, this shift marks a commitment to gender equality and professional excellence within the PNP. Marbil stated, “No longer are women just part of the PNP-they are driving its transformation.” Existing recruitment rules by the