Day: June 25, 2025

Tagaytay City: Maritanya Krogg displayed her form Wednesday to claim victory in the women’s Youth (Under-17) category at the start of the PhilCycling Tagaytay City Criterium in Cavite. According to Philippines News Agency, Krogg, a consistent gold medalist in the PhilCycling National Road Championships, crossed the finish line on Crisanto de los Reyes Avenue in front of the new Tagaytay City Velodrome 39 seconds ahead of Yvaine Osias and almost a minute over Princess Jaydee Pancho. Krogg, winner at the Batang Pinoy Nationals, received PHP3,000 in cash. Ronald Hualda, Daniel Cortero, and Juan Carlos Barrios also ruled their respective categories

Bukidnon: Homegrown talents Zero Plete and Alexis Nailga performed well in the opening round of the ICTSI JPGT Championship at the Del Monte Golf Club on Wednesday. Plete took a three-stroke lead with a 75, capped by a birdie on her final hole at No. 9, ahead of Davao’s Precious Zaragosa, who shot a pair of 39s for a 78, in the girls’ 15-18 category set over 54 holes. According to Philippines News Agency, Plete expressed her strong motivation to qualify for the finals, a Ryder Cup-style event, emphasizing her focus on hitting more fairways and maintaining steadiness on the

Manila: Gabriela party-list has called on the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to officially recognize them as one of the winners in the May 12 elections, in light of the potential disqualification of the Duterte Youth party-list. According to Philippines News Agency, Gabriela submitted a one-page letter to Comelec Chairperson George Garcia, appealing for the acknowledgment of their representation, which they argue is crucial for marginalized groups, particularly impoverished women in the nation. The party-list emphasized their role as a consistent advocate for women’s and people’s rights in Congress. In the May 12 party-list elections, Gabriela secured the 55th position with

Manila: Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III urged the police force not to embrace regular physical exercise as an obligation, but rather as a lifestyle, to effectively perform their duties and responsibilities. According to Philippines News Agency, Torre made this remark as the PNP resumed its regular physical conditioning program dubbed ‘Pulisteniks’ at Camp Crame in Quezon City on Tuesday. He emphasized the importance of integrating health and fitness into daily life, stating, “Let’s make being healthy part of our lifestyle as police officers. Because when the body is healthy, the mind is clear, the heart is strong, and the actions

Manila: As the country celebrates Arbor Day on Wednesday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) renewed its call for Filipinos to take part in protecting Philippine forests and restoring degraded ecosystems. In his Arbor Day message, Environment Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla underscored the vital role of trees in ensuring environmental sustainability and climate resilience. According to Philippines News Agency, Arbor Day in the Philippines is celebrated every June 25, in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 643 and Republic Act 10176, known as the Arbor Day Act of 2012. This law encourages citizens from all sectors of society to