Day: April 15, 2025

Manila: Operatives of the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) arrested 136 persons for cybercrimes in March, a police official said Tuesday. In a statement, PNP-ACG Director Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang highlighted the unit’s intensified efforts in combating cybercrime, resulting in a 3.7 times increase in arrests in March 2025 compared to the same month last year, which saw 37 arrests. According to Philippine News Agency, the anti-cybercrime agents also rescued 19 victims in 122 operations conducted last month. The top five laws most commonly violated include Republic Act (RA) 11934 or SIM Registration Act, RA 12010 (Anti-Financial Account Scamming

Manila: The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a renewed warning to Filipinos regarding the health risks posed by hot weather and high heat index, particularly emphasizing the vulnerability of specific groups such as the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing health conditions. According to Philippine News Agency, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa highlighted that while anyone can suffer from heat-related illnesses like dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, certain populations are more susceptible. Symptoms of these conditions include dizziness, fever, numbness, fainting, and warm, reddish skin. Elderly individuals, children, and those already experiencing health issues are particularly prone

Manila: The Philippines will have a lesser hit from the Trump administration’s new tariff policies compared to other countries because of its service-oriented economy, an economist said Tuesday. “Because of that, I think, the tariff impact on the Philippines will be much lower. But I know you produce semiconductor, which is exempted. So our assessment has been that the tariff rate is going to be much lower and the impact is smaller,” ASEAN Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) chief economist Hoe Ee Khor said in a briefing held in Singapore and streamed online. According to Philippine News Agency, the country is

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday expressed its support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s appeal, urging motorists to exhibit more discipline, patience, and responsibility on the roads. This call comes in light of recent violent altercations captured on video and shared widely on social media. According to Philippine News Agency, Marbil, speaking on behalf of the PNP, emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and discipline while driving. He highlighted that a driver’s license is a privilege accompanied by responsibilities, not a right. Marbil underscored that road rage poses a significant threat to public safety and assured that

Tandag: The Tandag City government in Surigao del Sur has activated its peace and order and disaster risk reduction management councils to ensure a safe and secure observance of Holy Week. According to Philippine News Agency, Mayor Roxanne Pimentel issued Executive Order No. 14-2024 on Monday afternoon, outlining comprehensive safety guidelines for the Lenten season. “These measures underscore the city government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety, security, and comfort of all residents and visitors during this significant religious observance,” Pimentel said in the order. The order mandates the strategic deployment of law enforcers, traffic personnel, village watchers, and village