Day: September 15, 2025

Davao city: Law enforcement authorities here reported the confiscation of over PHP3.7 million worth of illegal drugs during a series of buy-bust operations conducted from Sept. 7 to 14. Col. Mannan Muarip, acting chief of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO), said the weeklong campaign included 33 anti-drug operations, which resulted in the arrest of 37 suspects. Seized items included 152.91 grams of shabu, 23,104.81 grams of marijuana, and 62 vape cartridges containing marijuana oil. According to Philippines News Agency, police estimates valued the shabu at PHP1.03 million, the marijuana at PHP2.7 million, and the marijuana oil at PHP3,100. Aside

San fernando city: A total of 8,373 fisherfolk in the Ilocos Region are each set to receive PHP3,000 worth of fuel subsidies, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Ilocos regional office. According to Philippines News Agency, Remely Lachica, chief of BFAR-Ilocos Fisheries Production and Support Services Division (FPSSD), stated in a forum on Monday that the beneficiaries are those registered in the Fisherfolk Registration System (FishR), own and operate a registered motorized banca, and use legal fishing gear. “The distribution of the card is ongoing. Of the total number, 2,080 are ready for distribution,” she said

Manila: The Philippine Army announced on Monday the death of a female New People’s Army (NPA) rebel during an encounter with the 61st Infantry Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division in Barangay Lahug, Tapaz, Capiz over the weekend. The slain platoon medic of the dismantled regional headquarters of the NPA Komiteng Rehiyon-Panay (KR-Panay) was identified as Christine May Capaducio, also known by her aliases Sheryl, Elsa, Paday, and Isa. According to Philippines News Agency, government troops seized an M16 rifle and several personal belongings from her possession. “The clash occurred during a focused military operation launched by the 61IB in response to

Iloilo city: The Iloilo City Nutrition Center has inaugurated a new production facility aimed at providing nutritious food to the community, focusing on promoting healthier eating habits and addressing malnutrition among children. According to Philippines News Agency, the facility will produce a rice-mongo-sesame blend complementary food, developed by the Department of Science and Technology-Food and Nutrition Research Institute. This initiative specifically targets malnourished children aged six months to three years. During the unveiling program, Mayor Raisa Tre±as highlighted the efforts of Barangay Nutrition Scholars who have identified the top 10 barangays with stunted children. These barangays-Calahunan, San Isidro, Baldoza, Bolilao,

Bacolod city: Ethan Lago and Denise Mendoza emerged as the early leaders in the 7-10 age category at the start of the Negros Occidental Junior PGT Championship. The tournament, held in Bacolod City, witnessed impressive performances from the young golfers on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, eight-year-old Ethan Lago from Ateneo de Davao took a commanding lead in the boys’ division. Lago’s even-par 70, marked by three birdies and three bogeys, placed him nine shots ahead of Lucas Revilleza, who shot a 79. Lago expressed confidence in his game, aiming to maintain his performance and stay focused. In the