Day: March 27, 2025

Northern Samar: Geologists from the National Committee on Geological Sciences (NCGS) have confirmed the presence of unique rock formations in Northern Samar, dating back approximately 15 to 20 million years ago. These findings solidify the province’s geological significance on both national and international scales, the Northern Samar provincial government said in a statement. According to Philippines News Agency, the study highlights the iconic rock islets of Biri, which may have originated from ancient volcanic rocks in Lavezares and Allen towns. “These volcanic formations, known as Allen Phonolite, date back approximately 20 million years and were uplifted above sea level through

Antique: A total of 2,742 residents of Antique have enrolled in the Department of Labor and Employment’s Government Internship Program (DOLE-GIP), aimed at providing training opportunities in government service. According to Philippines News Agency, Ma. Cecilia Acebuque, the DOLE Antique provincial director, stated that the province has been running the GIP since January, with the majority of the interns commencing their roles in the first week of March. The program is designed to allocate funds to local government units (LGUs) or national agencies for hiring graduates or interns. “The GIP intends to provide opportunities for Grade 12 learners and college

Iloilo: Senator Joel Villanueva has urged an investigation into the PHP11.18 billion worth of expired and unused drugs and medicines reported by the Department of Health (DOH) in 2023. This call for action follows concerns raised by the Commission on Audit (COA). According to Philippines News Agency, Villanueva announced during a press conference that he has filed Resolution 1326 and is working closely with the chairperson of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee to spearhead the inquiry. The senator expressed his dissatisfaction with the COA’s findings, pointing out the ongoing issue of medicine wastage. The COA report indicated that in 2020,

Bacolod: The 32 local government units (LGUs) in Negros Occidental province are highlighting sustainable practices in their respective booth displays in the ongoing 29th Panaad sa Negros Festival at the Panaad Park and Stadium here. In an interview on Thursday, festival director Charina Magallanes-Tan said the provincial government is prioritizing sustainability to ensure that the celebration leaves a positive impact on the environment. According to Philippines News Agency, this year’s festival features initiatives that promote eco-friendly practices and raise awareness about the importance of preserving natural resources. The San Carlos City booth, for instance, showcases initiatives reflecting the city’s continuous

Manila: A couple with an International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) red notice was arrested for swindling and syndicated estafa, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) announced on Thursday. CIDG Director Maj. Gen. Nicolas Torre III stated that the couple, identified as ‘Cerrone’ and ‘Marve’ from Davao City, were apprehended at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 in Para±aque City on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, courts in Cebu, Davao, Tacloban, and Quezon City issued warrants for the couple’s arrest without bail for violating Article 315 (swindling/estafa) of the Revised Penal Code. Cerrone served as president and