Day: October 1, 2025

Tuba: The Philippine Statistics Authority-Cordillera Administrative Region (PSA-CAR) announced Wednesday that the municipality of Tuba, Benguet has started verifying the identities of its residents through the National ID Authentication System (NIDAS), speeding up the delivery of health and social welfare services. According to Philippines News Agency, PSA-CAR Director Villafe Alibuyog stated that the initiative is aimed at digitizing records and transactions, which will ensure better security and faster retrieval of essential documents. The initiative also aims to enhance resilience during disasters. With the integration of NIDAS, beneficiaries can be reliably identified, ensuring that government assistance reaches the rightful recipients. The

Manila: Malaca±ang on Wednesday said it fully respects the Supreme Court’s (SC) decision to postpone the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections, calling the move a ‘pivotal step’ toward strengthening constitutional order in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). According to Philippines News Agency, the Office of the President (OP) expressed its support for the SC’s decision, emphasizing its importance in ensuring the legitimacy and legal framework of BARMM’s democratic processes. The statement highlighted that the ruling is crucial for establishing the constitutional and legal foundations necessary for conducting the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections. The OP reiterated its dedication to

Manila: Top seed Alberto Lim Jr. and No. 2 Jed Olivarez secured quarterfinal berths in the 42nd Philippine Columbian Association (PCA) Tennis Championships men’s singles event Wednesday night at the PCA indoor shell court in Paco, Manila. Lim, the defending champion, was leading 1-0 in the first set when Eric Jay Tangub retired. According to Philippines News Agency, Lim, a member of the national team, will face wild card Iggy Pantino, who defeated Alexis Acabo with a score of 6-1, 6-1. Meanwhile, Olivarez advanced after defeating Josshua Kimaadman, 6-2, 7-6, and will face 10-time champion Johnny Arcilla, who won against

Manila: The Senate on Wednesday adopted a resolution filed by Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano congratulating Alas Pilipinas for its historic 19th-place finish at the 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship. Cayetano, who sponsored Proposed Senate Resolution No. 143, said the team’s breakthrough run ‘brought immense pride and honor’ to the country and proved that Filipino athletes can excel when given the right opportunities. According to Philippines News Agency, Cayetano praised the team’s ability to unite the nation through sports, emphasizing its role in fostering health, well-being, and unity amid political divides. He highlighted the achievement’s significance, noting that the

Cebu: The Department of Tourism (DOT) is extending assistance to the tourism sector as it continues to assess the extent of damage caused by the powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake on destinations in the Visayas, specifically the worst-hit Cebu province. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco on Wednesday joined her fellow Cabinet secretaries in visiting the ground zero in Cebu province to identify the immediate aid required by the affected public. According to Philippines News Agency, after the 6.9 earthquake struck Cebu, Secretary Frasco immediately coordinated with various government offices, including the Office of the President and the Secretaries of National Defense, Transportation,