Day: October 13, 2025

Valencia city: All 31 villages in Valencia City, Bukidnon passed resolutions declaring communist rebels and their political wings as persona non grata, an official said Monday. In a statement, Mayor Amie Galario emphasized that this was a unified stand against the communist New People’s Army, including the Communist Party of the Philippines and the National Democratic Front, for infiltrating communities. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Galario stated that with the support of the Philippine Army’s 89th Infantry Battalion under the 1003rd Infantry Brigade, the local government will spearhead efforts to transform communities into self-sufficient units. “The declaration is not

Manila: The Department of Education (DepEd) announced that regional and division offices have been granted the authority to suspend face-to-face classes to ensure school infrastructures are safe and prepared for potential earthquakes and other natural disasters. According to Philippines News Agency, this decision follows a recent two-day suspension of in-person classes in Metro Manila due to reports of influenza-like illnesses among students and recent seismic activities in various parts of the country. Dennis Legaspi, DepEd Media Relations Chief, emphasized that the suspension is a preventive measure aimed at safeguarding learners, educators, and school personnel. Legaspi explained, “Regional and Schools Division

Samar: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced on Monday a 15-ton load restriction on the Calbiga Bridge along the Maharlika Highway in Samar province, effective Oct. 27, 2025. The DPWH said the restriction is a proactive safety measure following a recent technical and load rating assessment that revealed the bridge is exhibiting signs of structural deterioration and has a reduced load-carrying capacity. According to Philippines News Agency, this damage is attributed to long-term service and repeated instances of overloading. The bridge, which was built more than 50 years ago, is within the country’s major highway that links

Manila: The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) ended Monday up, reversing its negative close at the end of last week, and the local currency ended the day sideways against the greenback. According to Philippines News Agency, the local bourse’s main index rose 0.24 percent to 6,052.33 points, but the broader All Shares declined by 0.08 percent. Most of the sectoral gauges ended in the red, namely Industrial, 1.22 percent; Property, 0.43 percent; Holding Firms, 0.20 percent; Financials, 0.11 percent. On the other hand, Mining and Oil rose 2.29 percent, and Services, 2.01 percent. Volume reached 1.96 billion, amounting to PHP4.92

Manila: Marikina City 1st District Rep. Marcelino Teodoro has filed a perjury complaint against two female members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) who accused him of acts of lasciviousness and sexual assault. Teodoro argues that the allegations brought against him should be dismissed as baseless and motivated by political interests. According to Philippines News Agency, Teodoro expressed confidence in obtaining justice and emphasized that those making false accusations must be held accountable. During the filing at the Manila Prosecutor’s Office, he stated that the justice system should not be misused for malicious purposes to damage the reputation of innocent