Day: March 22, 2025

Taguig City: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Saturday underscored the critical importance of adaptability and discipline, highlighting cyberspace as the new battlefield in contemporary warfare. Speaking at the 128th anniversary celebration of the Philippine Army (PA) at Fort Bonifacio, Marcos warned of the escalating threats posed by cyber warfare, emphasizing the necessity for resilience to safeguard the nation’s security and development. According to Philippines News Agency, during his address to the Army personnel, Marcos remarked, “Ours is a world that continues to evolve. Threats have grown increasingly more complex and the battleground is no longer contained in land. It

Manila: Philippine Army (PA) commander Lt. Gen. Roy Galido announced that the Army is evolving to address new security challenges, with a shift from internal security to territorial defense. This statement was made during the Army’s 128th founding anniversary celebration at Fort Bonifacio in Taguig City. According to Philippines News Agency, Lt. Gen. Galido emphasized the Army’s historical role as the backbone of national security, highlighting its transition to focus on external threats. He acknowledged the Army’s past contributions to reducing communist and terrorist threats and underscored the importance of adapting to current security needs by prioritizing the defense of

Manila: Defending champion Adamson University secured a spot in the UAAP Season 87 softball finals after trouncing Ateneo de Manila University, 16-0, at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Malate, Manila on Saturday. Adamson, unbeaten in six outings, will face the University of the Philippines at 8 a.m. on Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, UP advanced to the finals after pulling off a 13-7 victory over De La Salle University in the semifinal game. “It’s nice to be back in the finals. That was our first goal. I told them that even if we don’t sweep both rounds, what’s

Pasay City: Ateneo de Manila University kicked off the second round of the UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball with a commanding 25-16, 25-18, 25-21 win against the University of the Philippines (UP) at the Mall of Asia Arena on Saturday. Amil Pacinio Jr. spearheaded the Blue Eagles’ offense with 17 points, including three aces, leading them to their fifth victory in eight matches. Kennedy Batas contributed 14 points and 10 receptions, while Jian Salarzon added 10 points, helping Ateneo secure third place behind Far Eastern University and National University. According to Philippines News Agency, UP’s defeat placed them in a

Seoul: Filipinos in South Korea are advised to refrain from joining public demonstrations, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul said Saturday in anticipation of massive protests in the coming days ahead of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment ruling. According to Philippines News Agency, the advisory from the Embassy reminds Filipinos that foreigners are prohibited from participating in local political activities under Korean laws. The Embassy emphasized the importance of complying with all local laws and regulations to prevent any issues that might affect their stay in South Korea. The advisory also urged Filipino nationals to observe the usual precautions and avoid