Day: May 5, 2025

Manila: A congressman serving as one of the commissioners of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) is advocating for a greater allocation of resources towards curriculum and teaching methods to enhance the country’s functional literacy. According to Philippines News Agency, Tingog Partylist Representative Jude Acidre emphasized that 60 percent of the budget for basic education should be directed towards improving curriculum and teaching for elementary and high school students. Acidre highlighted the need for focused efforts in these areas, expressing confidence that the Department of Education (DepEd) is moving in the right direction. In the 2025 General Appropriations

Ilocos Norte: A stranded female pantropical spotted dolphin, named “April-May,” died on Monday, five days after being rescued by a dedicated team. Vanessa Abigail Dagdagan-Alimbuyuguen, the provincial fishery officer, reported that the dolphin passed away at 5:10 a.m. while undergoing treatment at a makeshift rehabilitation center. According to Philippines News Agency, personnel from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), Mariano Marcos State University, Laoag City Veterinary Office, Philippine Marine Mammal Stranding Network, provincial and local government units, and several volunteers collaborated in efforts to save the dolphin. Alimbuyuguen stated that the death of “April-May” has inspired a commitment

Bicol: The Police Regional Office in Bicol (PRO-5) has apprehended 31 individuals connected to illegal drug activities, seizing more than PHP1 million worth of illegal drugs in a series of operations conducted from April 28 to May 4. According to Philippines News Agency, PRO-5 Director Brig. Gen. Andre Dizon reported that police operatives executed 25 anti-illegal drug operations, resulting in the capture of 31 individuals. Among those arrested were two high-value targets, 22 street-level suspects, and seven newly identified individuals. The operations led to the confiscation of 152.91 grams of shabu and 15.50 grams of marijuana. The data indicates that

Legazpi City: The Commission on Elections in Bicol (Comelec-5) has readied a total of 821 contingency automated counting machines (ACMs) for the upcoming 2025 National and Local Elections. These machines are being positioned as backups to address any possible malfunction of the primary ACMs on election day. According to Philippines News Agency, Comelec-5 Director Ma. Juana Valeza stated that these backup machines are part of a strategic contingency plan. “We have contingency plans in place. If an ACM malfunctions, we will contact the national technical support center. If a machine cannot be used, we have 821 ACMs stationed in different

Negros: A former New People’s Army (NPA) rebel, now aligned with the Philippine Army in northern Negros, has been recognized as this year’s Outstanding Citizens Armed Forces Geographical Unit (CAFGU) Active Auxiliary (CAA) by the 3rd Infantry Division (ID). Eduardo Linogon Jr., aged 33, was acknowledged for his “acts of heroism, loyalty, and gallantry in action” while serving as a member of the Delta Company of the 79th Infantry Battalion (IB) based in Sagay City, Negros Occidental. According to Philippines News Agency, Linogon’s transformation from a former rebel to an award-winning peacekeeper is seen as a testament to service and