Day: February 17, 2025

Antique: The Antique provincial board approved an ordinance on Monday to institutionalize the Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita or Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP). This initiative is part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s efforts to enhance agricultural productivity, ensure food security, and increase income opportunities for local farmers and fisherfolk. According to Philippines News Agency, Board Member Karmila Rose Dimamay, sponsor of the Kadiwa ng Pangulo ordinance and authored by Vice Governor Edgar Denosta, emphasized the importance of this move. The ordinance is seen as crucial to the province’s economic development, aiming

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is leading the Philippines in a strong drive against the issue of illegal drugs. His administration is focusing on both progress and compassion, and all signs point toward its effectiveness as the Philippine National Police (PNP) has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in its recalibrated and bloodless fight against illegal drugs. According to Philippines News Agency, from Jan. 1 to Dec. 15, 2024, the PNP successfully seized an astounding PHP20.7 billion worth of illegal drugs-a 101% increase compared to 2023. In a statement released on Dec. 22, 2024, PNP Chief General Rommel Marbil revealed that

Manila: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has initiated the rehabilitation and upgrading of damaged road sections along the northbound stretch of Roxas Boulevard in Malate, Manila. The project commenced on Monday, focusing on restoring the inner lane fronting Sands Residences along M. H. Del Pilar St. According to Philippines News Agency, the DPWH-South Manila District Engineering Office announced that the mobilization and preparation for these rehabilitation works began on Sunday. This early start was aimed at ensuring a smoother and more efficient implementation of the repair processes. Motorists have been advised to anticipate traffic congestion during the

Malolos: Pope Francis has named six priests of the Diocese of Malolos as monsignors. In a social media post Monday, the diocese announced that Bulacan province priests Fr. Narciso Sampana, Fr. Domingo Salonga, Fr. Leocadio de Jesus, Fr. Florentino Concepcion, Fr. Javer Joaquin, and Fr. Dario Cabral have been named ‘Chaplain to His Holiness’ and given the title of monsignor. According to Philippines News Agency, Malolos Bishop Dennis Villarojo expressed that it is an honor given to the presbyterium. He noted that it is part of how the Church recognizes its ministers and also serves as a call to greater

Manila: The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Monday that it has launched an investigation into allegations of ‘ghost students’ or undocumented beneficiaries within 12 private schools across nine divisions. According to Philippines News Agency, Secretary Sonny Angara emphasized the importance of safeguarding public funds allocated under the Senior High School (SHS) voucher program. He stated, “We take these allegations seriously. Any form of misuse of public funds intended for critical education programs will not be tolerated.” The investigation may lead to the termination of the involved schools’ participation in the SHS voucher program if fraudulent activities are confirmed. Angara