Day: August 11, 2025

Surigao city: The Department of Social Welfare and Development in the Caraga Region (DSWD-13) has distributed PHP5.2 million to various associations in the area as part of its initiative to support sustainable livelihoods. The distribution occurred during a series of activities last week, aimed at empowering community groups. According to Philippines News Agency, the funding release is part of DSWD’s Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), which focuses on establishing sustainable income sources for local groups, enhancing their capacity for self-reliance and improving their quality of life. The program aims to support associations by providing them with the necessary capital. A total

Vatican city: Pope Leo XIV has hailed the newly signed peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, calling it a ‘sign of hope’ and urging world leaders to reject war as a means of resolving conflicts. Speaking after the Sunday Angelus, the Pope appealed to international decision-makers to take responsibility in finding peaceful solutions. According to Philippines News Agency, the Pope emphasized the importance of praying for an end to all wars, noting that the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings serves as a stark reminder of war’s devastating consequences. He highlighted that those in positions of power must

Manila: The Supreme Court (SC) assured all lower courts that administrative concerns, including minor repairs and supply needs, will be addressed by the Office of the Regional Court Manager. The assurance was made by Associate Justice Ramon Paul Hernando during recent visits by the oversight committee over the general maintenance of Philippine trial courts and halls of justice in Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija and Tarlac City, Tarlac. According to Philippines News Agency, Hernando’s visit is part of the oversight committee’s mandate to monitor, assess, and document the infrastructure and general maintenance of the halls of justice in the country. This initiative

Manila: Vendors and other obstructions will be cleared along the walkways near the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s order to ensure an organized and quick-moving flow of passengers and pedestrians. According to Philippines News Agency, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon announced that the cleanup will be a collaboration between the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA). Dizon emphasized the need to balance compassion for vendors with the necessity of maintaining clear pathways for commuters. Dizon stated that the focus of the cleanup will be on the MRT-3

Magallanes: The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in the Caraga Region (BFAR-13) reported the rescue of a stranded short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) on the coastline of Magallanes, Agusan del Norte, over the weekend. According to Philippines News Agency, residents of coastal Barangay Buhang spotted the stranded marine mammal on the morning of Aug. 9. The villagers promptly alerted the Coast Guard Station, Municipal Agriculture Office, and BFAR-13 to take appropriate action. The whale, measuring 3.63 meters and weighing 300 kilograms, was found in a weakened state, leaning on its right side and unable to remain upright without assistance,