Day: August 12, 2025

Quezon city: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in the Philippine National Police (PNP) during the 124th Police Service Anniversary celebration at Camp Crame. He emphasized that the PNP is making strides toward regaining public trust, highlighting a reduction in crime rates and the introduction of new operational capabilities. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos pointed out that crime incidence from June 2024 to June 2025 has decreased compared to the previous year. He acknowledged, however, that public perception is equally important as statistical improvements. Marcos stressed the need for decisive and responsive actions to rebuild trust among

Manila: Senator Raffy Tulfo filed a bill seeking to restore the rehabilitation and maintenance of Metro Manila’s pumping stations to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to improve flood control operations. According to Philippines News Agency, under Senate Bill 1168, the MMDA would again handle both the operation and rehabilitation of pumping stations to speed up floodwater drainage during heavy rains. Tulfo stated that the current set-up, where the MMDA operates the facilities but the DPWH handles rehabilitation, creates ‘significant operational inefficiencies.’ ‘The MMDA is more familiar with the condition of

Pangasinan: More than 73,000 youths aged 15 to 17 have registered as new voters in Pangasinan from August 1 to 10, as reported by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) provincial office. This significant turnout surpasses the initial target of 75,000 new registrants for the 10-day period, reaching a total of 110,674 individuals who signed up. According to Philippines News Agency, Provincial election supervisor, lawyer Marino Salas, highlighted the importance of youth participation in past elections, noting their decisive influence due to high awareness and interest in the electoral process. “The youth voters have been the deciding factor in the last

Manila: Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary Jose Ramon Aliling on Monday praised personnel who have embraced reforms while issuing a stern warning to those who are inefficient and fail to align with the agency’s zero tolerance for corruption, in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive. According to Philippines News Agency, Secretary Aliling, during the weekly flag-raising ceremony, emphasized the importance of adhering to the Department’s 8-Point Agenda, particularly the zero tolerance policy against corruption. He outlined three options for those not abiding by this policy: shape up, step out, or be kicked out. Aliling

Jeddah: Justin Brownlee once again proved to be the hero for Gilas Pilipinas, leading his team to a thrilling 95-88 overtime victory against host nation Saudi Arabia at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium. This triumph secured the Philippines’ place in the quarterfinals of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025. According to Philippines News Agency, Brownlee was instrumental in the win, scoring a game-high 29 points. His clutch performance included a critical triple with just 8.4 seconds remaining in regulation, sending the game into overtime. Brownlee’s overall contributions included five assists and four rebounds. The overtime period saw the Philippines outscore