Day: April 15, 2025

Manila: The City Veterinarian’s Office (CVO) announced that it administered free anti-rabies vaccinations to 39,064 cats and dogs from January to March. Dr. Maria Corazon Sepulveda, officer in charge of the CVO, shared in an interview through the City Information Office that their annual target is to vaccinate more than 140,000 pets. According to Philippine News Agency, Dr. Sepulveda provided a breakdown of the vaccinations, noting that 9,075 animals were vaccinated in January, 14,758 in February, and 15,231 in March. The CVO also assisted 4,361 clients in January, 6,776 in February, and 7,391 in March. In the previous year, the

Capas: Paris Olympians Jan Tolentino Cabang and Lauren Hoffman are set to spearhead the country’s efforts in the ICTSI Philippine Athletics Championships, which will take place at the New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac, from May 1 to 4. The event is poised to attract approximately 800 athletes, including 60 participants from neighboring countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, India, and Papua New Guinea, all aiming to earn points in the World Athletics category B event. According to Philippine News Agency, the championships will serve as a pivotal selection ground for the national team that will represent the Philippines

Manila: After three decades of being out of school, 53-year-old grandmother Rowena Taboso graduated with high honors from senior high school (SHS) on Tuesday. Taboso was among the few students recognized for achieving a general average grade of 95 during the graduation ceremony at Northern Tacloban City High School in New Kawayan village here. According to Philippine News Agency, she achieved academic excellence despite juggling roles as a mother, wife, and student. “This is a fulfillment of my dream after I stopped coming to school in 1993. I am very happy that I am a senior high school graduate now.

Batangas: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has begun investigating the alleged overloading incident involving a roll-on, roll-off (RoRo) vessel at the Batangas Port. According to Philippine News Agency, the concerned vessel departed from the Batangas Port heading to the Port of Odiongan in Romblon, carrying 942 passengers and 29 vehicles at about 5 p.m. on Sunday. The RoRo’s maximum passenger capacity is 1,000 individuals. However, more than 100 passengers were reportedly left behind after the shipping line sold tickets beyond the ship’s capacity. The PCG coordinated with the concerned shipping company and was informed that an additional vessel intended for

Manila: Another local candidate in Metro Manila is currently under scrutiny by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) following the issuance of a show cause order concerning remarks that may promote racial discrimination. The order was directed at incumbent Pasay City Councilor Editha Manguerra by Comelec’s Task Force on Safeguarding Against Fear and Exclusion in Elections (SAFE) in response to her alleged discriminatory comments towards foreign students during a campaign event. According to Philippine News Agency, during the campaign activity, Manguerra reportedly made remarks suggesting the removal of Indian nationals, offensively referred to as “bumbays,” from the Pasay General Hospital to