Day: September 29, 2025

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) has announced that the Police Security and Protection Group (PSPG) has recalled five police officers assigned as protective security for Ako Bicol party-list Representative Zaldy Co. This action follows Co’s departure from the country amid ongoing investigations into alleged anomalous flood control projects. According to Philippines News Agency, PNP spokesperson and information chief Brig. Gen. Randulf Tua±o explained during a press briefing at Camp Crame that the standard operational procedure (SOP) necessitates the recall of police officers when the individual they are assigned to protect is out of the country. Tua±o stated, “They recalled

Zamboanga city: The Office of the City Environment and Natural Resources (OCENR) has intensified its campaign for a cleaner and healthier environment by distributing color-coded garbage bins on Monday across communities, offices, and establishments. According to Philippines News Agency, the rollout of nine color-coded garbage bins is in line with the directive of Mayor Khymer Olaso to fully enforce solid waste segregation under the city’s flagship environmental drive. OCENR acting chief Gerry Pollisco said in an interview with reporters that the initiative is a significant step towards better waste management practices in the city. Pollisco held a demonstration at the

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Rodolfo Azurin Jr. as the new special adviser and investigator for the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), as announced by Malaca±ang on Monday. Azurin is set to take on his new responsibilities after finalizing his personal and administrative arrangements, according to the statement from the Office of the President (OP). According to Philippines News Agency, the administration expressed confidence that Azurin’s leadership and experience will bolster the Commission’s mission to ensure accountability and transparency in the utilization of public funds. Azurin succeeds Baguio City Mayor Benjamin

Masbate: The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development in Bicol (DHSUD-5) has announced plans to distribute more than PHP17 million in shelter assistance to families affected by Severe Tropical Storm Opong, known internationally as Bualoi, in Masbate. The aid package aims to support those whose homes were damaged by the storm. According to Philippines News Agency, Marie Amoroso, the director of DHSUD-5, revealed on Monday that the assistance will include 5,000 shelter-grade tarpaulins and 700 shelter kits. “We’ll be sending 5,000 shelter-grade tarps and 700 shelter kits, worth a total of almost PHP17 million,” Amoroso stated. The initial focus

Manila: Malaca±ang on Monday clarified that the welfare check conducted on former president Rodrigo Duterte, who is currently detained at the International Criminal Court (ICC) facility, is part of the Philippine government’s routine protocol for Filipinos ‘in distress.’ According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the visit by Philippine officials was consistent with the long-standing procedures carried out by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and other government agencies when a Filipino abroad requires assistance, particularly in matters concerning health and well-being. Castro explained that the DFA’s actions align with their routine procedures whenever a Filipino