Day: April 14, 2025

Manila: Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez Jr. expressed hopes that the Holy Week will be a period of renewal and rest for all Filipinos, as they reflect on their faith and unity. According to Philippines News Agency, Secretary Galvez delivered a heartfelt message on Sunday, emphasizing the importance of Holy Week for individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. He encouraged Filipinos to take this time to reflect on the Christian community’s call to unity, quoting 2 Corinthians 13:11: “Strive for full restoration, be of one mind, live in peace. And the

Pasay City: Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. praised the returning Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC) for their commendable rescue and relief efforts in Myanmar. Their mission in the earthquake-stricken nation highlighted the Filipino spirit of aiding those in need. According to Philippines News Agency, the PIAHC returned to Villamor Air Base in Pasay City aboard two C-130 transport planes after a two-week deployment in Myanmar. The team, led by Philippine Air Force Lt. Col. Erwen Diploma, comprised 89 personnel from various government agencies who departed in two batches on April 1 and 2, following the magnitude 7.7

Manila: The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) announced on Monday that it has confiscated PHP129.64 million worth of illegal drugs during operations conducted nationwide from April 4 to 11. According to Philippines News Agency, the operations led to the arrest of 53 individuals and the seizure of 16.44 kilograms of suspected shabu, 150.96 grams of dried marijuana leaves, 20 kilograms of kush, 72.53 kilograms of marijuana plants, 496 pieces of ecstasy, and one milliliter of cannabis oil. PDEA Director General Isagani Nerez emphasized that these numbers are significant as they represent lives saved and communities protected. Nerez stated that PDEA

Manila: The Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (HPG) has deployed more than 800 road safety marshals along significant thoroughfares to maximize police visibility during Holy Week. In a statement on Monday, PNP-HPG spokesperson Lt. Dame Malang said personnel will also be deployed in places of convergence and tourist spots. He said this is part of the intensified security maintenance now that there is an influx of vacationers and those returning home from their respective provinces. Malang reminded vacationers to make sure their vehicles are in good running condition to prevent accidents. According to Philippines News Agency, in Metro Manila, the

Manila: The Department of Health (DOH) has activated a code white alert over the weekend for the safe and healthy observance of the Holy Week. According to Philippines News Agency, this is part of proactive measures to ensure the readiness of health facilities and personnel to respond to any potential health emergencies during this period of increased public activity. Under the code white alert which is in effect until April 20, all medical personnel, especially those in emergency rooms and critical care units, are prepared for a potential increase in patient volume due to accidents, injuries, or other health-related incidents