Day: March 20, 2025

Manila: The Philippine National Police-Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) announced on Thursday that an unlicensed dentist was arrested for illegally offering dental services online in Cotabato City. In a press briefing at Camp Crame, ACG spokesperson Lt. Wallen Mae Arancillo said the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (RACU BAR) operatives nabbed the 26-year-old suspect, alias Jaja, in an entrapment operation inside her residence on March 12. According to Philippines News Agency, the operation stemmed from RACU BAR’s cyber patrolling that led to the discovery on March 10 of Jaja’s Facebook post introducing herself as a dentist who offers dental services, including teeth

Manila: The Philippine Navy (PN) on Thursday announced its commitment to enhance cooperation with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) in addressing maritime threats. This announcement came following a courtesy call by JMSDF chief-of-staff Vice Admiral Saito Akira on PN chief Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta at the Navy headquarters in Manila on Wednesday, as reported by the service’s spokesperson, Capt. John Percie Alcos. According to Philippines News Agency, during their meeting, Vice Admiral Ezpeleta and Admiral Saito focused on key areas of defense cooperation. These included the modernization efforts of the PN, joint maritime security initiatives, and the

Manila: The International Criminal Court (ICC) is not attempting to account for every death connected to the Duterte administration’s drug war but is instead focusing on establishing a pattern of systematic violence through verifiable cases, a prominent lawmaker stated on Thursday. This perspective was shared by House Assistant Majority Leader, Tingog Party-list Rep. Jude Acidre, who addressed concerns regarding the seemingly low number of cases cited by the ICC, emphasizing that the 43 cases are sufficient to demonstrate a systematic pattern of violence. According to Philippines News Agency, Acidre elaborated on this viewpoint, stating, “This is not survey or statistics.

Cebu: The PHP7.5-billion Daanbantayan Solar Power Plant broke ground this week after its documentary requirements were fast-tracked by national government agencies (NGAs) and local government units (LGUs) under the Marcos administration’s green lane initiative. In a statement Thursday, the Board of Investments (BOI) said this project of Acciona Energia Global in Barangay Talisay, Daanbantayan, Cebu started its construction on March 16, seven months after the agency awarded the Green Lane Certificate to the developer. According to Philippines News Agency, this project highlights the tangible impact of the Green Lane program, showcasing its success in attracting investors, particularly in renewable energy.

San Juan City: The University of Santo Tomas banked on Sandra Abrantes to claim the UAAP Season 87 girls’ basketball title over the National University Nazareth School (NUNS) at the Filoil EcoOil Center on Thursday. The 17-year-old center from Imus, Cavite, was instrumental in an 11-0 run that helped the Junior Growling Tigresses secure a 63-57 victory in Game 2 of their best-of-three championship series. According to Philippines News Agency, Marie Mae Sales scored on a jumper to give NU a 57-52 advantage with 4:32 remaining before Abrantes came up with back-to-back baskets. Despite the Lady Bullpups’ attempts to rally