Day: March 19, 2025

Manila: A former village chairperson listed as the third most wanted person in Quezon province was arrested in Bulacan, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, NCRPO Director, Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin, announced that the 44-year-old suspect, whose name was withheld, was apprehended by the District Police Intelligence and Operations Unit of the Manila Police District (MPD). The operation was conducted in collaboration with the Unisan Municipal Police Station and the San Miguel, Bulacan police at the Tabang Exit of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) at approximately 2:05 p.m. on Tuesday. The

Manila: The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) has praised the Philippines for its significant contributions to global peace and security, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) announced on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, in a recent meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malaca±an Palace, CTBTO Executive Secretary Robert Floyd recognized the high-quality data gathering and scientific monitoring conducted by Filipino scientists. Floyd noted the vital role played by these efforts in maintaining global security through the provision of consistent and reliable data, which is utilized by the CTBTO in Vienna and shared with the 187 member states of

Dagupan City: Dagupan City posted a total income collection of PHP1.4 billion in 2024, Mayor Belen Fernandez announced during her State of the City Address Tuesday afternoon. According to Philippines News Agency, Fernandez reported that the city’s revenue from business permits, miscellaneous fees, community tax, and property tax increased from PHP264.5 million in 2022 to PHP304.5 million in 2024. “From 2022 up to 2024, there is a big increase in the overall gross annual collection from our public markets from PHP76 million to almost PHP92 million in 2024,” she said. Revenue from operating the city’s public restrooms also grew substantially,

Manila: The Philippine Navy (PN) has announced an expansion of its training collaboration with the Italian Navy, moving beyond anti-submarine warfare (ASW) to include surface and air warfare capabilities. This initiative aims to further enhance the skill set of Filipino naval personnel by exposing them to a broader range of naval warfare capabilities. According to Philippines News Agency, PN spokesperson Capt. John Percie Alcos emphasized the importance of this expanded cooperation, noting that while developing ASW capabilities remains a priority, the Navy is also focused on enhancing other warfare skills such as anti-surface warfare, anti-air, and electronic warfare. Alcos highlighted

Ilocos Norte: The Ilocos Norte Tourism Office (INTO) is taking proactive steps to enhance its tourism services by recruiting additional workers to accommodate an anticipated rise in tourist numbers over the coming months. According to Philippines News Agency, senior tourism operations officer Xavier Ruiz announced the recruitment drive, emphasizing the need for enthusiastic individuals to join the team as tourism ambassadors and utility personnel. The initiative is open to applicants aged 18 and above, who are encouraged to submit their resume or biodata along with a valid ID to their local tourism office. Ruiz highlighted the success of the summer