Day: March 4, 2025

Davao City: Police here confiscated PHP10.7 million worth of illegal drugs in February, the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported Tuesday. Col. Hansel Marantan, acting DCPO chief, said 108 anti-drug operations resulted in the arrest of 145 suspects and seizure of 1.51 kg. of shabu and 4.05 kg. of marijuana. According to Philippines News Agency, the shabu is worth PHP10.2 million, and the marijuana is worth PHP487,072, police said. Police also arrested 89 people for illegal gambling and confiscated PHP225,842 in bets. In addition, police arrested 168 wanted people, including 53 most wanted people. Operations targeting loose firearms resulted in

Cagayan de Oro: The Department of Tourism in Northern Mindanao (DOT-10) has completed 170 tourism road projects worth PHP6.16 billion over the past eight years, significantly boosting the region’s tourism infrastructure. According to Philippines News Agency, during Tuesday’s Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas forum, DOT-10 Director Marie Elaine Unchuan stated that the projects, implemented from 2016 to 2024, paved 210.05 kilometers of roads under the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program. Unchuan highlighted the collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways and local government units across the region’s five provinces as a key factor in the successful execution of these projects.

Manila: The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) announced that all licensed Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) have been shut down, yet illegal gambling networks continue to operate. According to Philippines News Agency, during a Senate hearing, Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros questioned PAGCOR officials about the enforcement of the POGO ban as ordered by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in his 2024 State of the Nation Address. PAGCOR assistant vice president Jessa Fernandez reported that since July 22, 2024, the agency has ceased issuing and renewing internet gaming licenses. By December 31, all 42 licenses and 18 authorized

Burgos: To revitalize the salt industry in Ilocos Norte and add more value to natural sea salt, a gourmet salt processing and analysis center was formally opened in Burgos town on Tuesday. For the initiative, local makers belonging to the Mariposa Salt Producers Association were trained to process at least five flavored salts: native garlic, black garlic, native garlic-onion, native onion, and gamet seaweed. According to Philippines News Agency, this development is a significant boost for the local industry, allowing producers to expand their market with new products. “This is a big help for us, and we are so grateful

Pangasinan: The Climate Change Commission (CCC) applauded the provincial government of Pangasinan for its comprehensive climate resilience strategies and integrated approach to environmental sustainability, disaster preparedness, and risk reduction. According to Philippines News Agency, in a news release on Tuesday, the CCC said Pangasinan’s 100 percent compliance with the Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP) enables all 48 of its local government units (LGUs) to implement localized climate initiatives tailored to address their specific needs. The People’s Survival Fund (PSF) was introduced as a key financial mechanism to support these projects. ‘Pangasinan’s commitment to disaster risk preparedness is commendable, as