Day: August 26, 2025

Quezon city: Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr. took command of the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday in a surprise ceremony at Camp Crame, presided over by Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla. According to Philippines News Agency, Nartatez replaced Gen. Nicolas Torre III, who acknowledged his relief through a message to Remulla but was absent from the ceremony. This change of leadership was directed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., as announced in an order signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, citing a need to uphold the authority of the National Police Commission

Manila: The National Anti-Poverty Commission-Formal Labor and Migrant Workers Sectoral Council (NAPC-FLMWSC) has expressed support for the Department of Migrant Workers’ (DMW) advisory raising the minimum monthly wage of Filipino domestic workers overseas from USD400 to at least USD500. According to Philippines News Agency, NAPC-FLMWSC Sectoral Representative Danilo Laserna described the move as long overdue and a vital step in recognizing the indispensable role of Filipino domestic workers in the global care economy. He emphasized that the wage increase reflects the government’s commitment to protecting the rights, dignity, and welfare of migrant workers, many of whom are women from poor

Davao city: The Department of Tourism in Davao Region (DOT-11) officially launched the Davao Adventure Challenge (DAC) Season 2 here on Tuesday. In her speech, DOT-11 regional director Tanya Rabat-Tan emphasized that the event introduces new sites, challenges, and ways to explore Davao, aiming to push limits and share moments accessible to everyone. The adventure covers diverse terrains, from trails to waters, climbs to flights. According to Philippines News Agency, DAC Season 2 is a year-long showcase of Davao Region’s thrilling adventure experiences. Running from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, tourists, visitors, and locals are invited to explore

Baguio: The city government is establishing a new animal care and adoption center to provide better protection and welfare for impounded animals. The two-story facility, with a budget of PHP10 million, would replace the city’s current overcrowded animal pound. The amount will be sourced from the city’s share of the operation of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) or other realigned funds. According to Philippines News Agency, Dr. Silardo Bested, chief of the City Veterinary and Agriculture Office (CVAO), said in an interview on Tuesday that the new facility will provide improved care, treatment, and adoption services for stray dogs

Capiz: The Capiz Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (PDRRMC) bested their counterparts in Western Visayas and Negros Occidental, bagging the championship during the two-day 2025 Regional ‘Rescuelympics’ organized by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) that ended on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, Capiz secured the championship crown after bagging the Excellence Awards for water search and rescue, vehicle extrication, and basic life support and standard first aid. Last year, they also emerged victorious. OCD Western Visayas spokesperson Maria Cristina Mayor noted in an interview that the disciplines this year differed from the previous year’s challenges. Aklan