Day: October 26, 2025

Cebu city: The first 911 Regional Command Center in the Visayas is now operational in Cebu City, marking a major step in President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s push for a faster emergency response that ensures life-saving help is accessible to all Filipinos. Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla led the launch of the Unified 911 Emergency Hotline System in Central Visayas on Saturday. According to Philippines News Agency, Remulla emphasized the significance of the new system, highlighting its role in unifying emergency services across the country. ‘Today, we have one number: 911. It’s not about just the number. It is about being

Gyeongju: SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won announced that the upcoming APEC CEO Summit in South Korea will provide a platform for global companies to tackle the challenges posed by protectionism. Chey, who also leads the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), emphasized the importance of the summit during a group interview with various YouTube channels. According to Philippines News Agency, the KCCI will host the APEC CEO Summit from Tuesday to Friday in Gyeongju, approximately 275 kilometers southeast of Seoul. This event will coincide with the APEC summit, which unites delegations from 21 member economies. Chey highlighted the summit’s

Kuala lumpur: Cambodia and Thailand have signed a peace agreement aimed at resolving their enduring border dispute, following deadly clashes in July that led to the displacement of thousands. The historic accord, signed on Sunday at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, marks a significant step towards ceasing hostilities and fostering good relations between the two nations. According to Philippines News Agency, the peace deal includes the release of 18 Cambodian prisoners of war and involves the deployment of observers from ASEAN countries, including Malaysia, to ensure lasting peace. US President Donald Trump, who played a key role alongside

Manila: Two records were broken at the start of the Batang Pinoy National Championships swimming competition Sunday at Antonio Acharon Sports Complex here. Hometown bet Christian Isaiah Lagnason topped the boys’ 12-13 200-meter Individual Medley (IM) in 2 minutes and 19.63 seconds to erase the 2:22.02 set by Pasig City’s Arvin Naeem Taguinota II in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan last year. According to Philippines News Agency, Rizal’s Von Andrei Pi±on (2:22.83) placed second and Pasay City’s Ramon Calix Ching (2:24.65) was third. Laguna’s Ashton Clyde Jose also delivered a record-breaking performance in the boys’ 16-17 200m IM with a time

Kuala lumpur: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. engaged in bilateral meetings with leaders from Cambodia, Thailand, Canada, Japan, and the European Council during the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos reaffirmed Manila’s support for peaceful conflict resolution between Thailand and Cambodia during his meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet. They discussed the importance of dialogue and international law in resolving the Thai-Cambodian conflict. The meeting also highlighted the signing of the Terms of Reference of the ASEAN Observer Team as a positive step in conflict resolution efforts. Thailand and Cambodia signed an