Day: October 29, 2025

Manila: The PCG on Wednesday cried foul over the ‘unfair’ remarks made by Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga. According to Philippines News Agency, PCG Spokesperson, Capt. Noemie Cayabyab, stated that Barzaga’s comments were ‘unfair to the dedicated men and women of the PCG.’ She emphasized that the PCG is a professional, disciplined, and accountable government agency operating with full transparency under civilian oversight. Cayabyab affirmed that the Command welcomes public scrutiny and reassured that any credible allegations of misconduct will be investigated following due process. The statement was a response to Barzaga’s claim that the PCG should be

Manila: The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) will deploy more than 2,200 volunteers and set up nearly 300 first aid stations nationwide to ensure the safety and well-being of travelers and cemetery-goers during the observance of Undas (All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day) from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. According to Philippines News Agency, during a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon interview, PRC Secretary General Gwendolyn Pang revealed that the organization began preparations two weeks in advance by enlisting volunteers and conducting refresher trainings, briefings, and orientations to ensure readiness. Pang stated, “This year, we will set up 295 first aid stations

Quezon city: Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao confirmed on Wednesday that a second showdown against fellow welterweight great Floyd Mayweather is a possibility for early 2026. Pacquiao said that fighting Mayweather again, 11 years after their first encounter, is an option, and the former eight-division world champion is interested in making it happen. According to Philippines News Agency, Pacquiao expressed his desire for a rematch during a press conference at Novotel Manila Araneta City in Quezon City. He was formally introduced as the vice president of the International Boxing Association just hours before the Thrilla in Manila 50th anniversary fight card

Manila: Bargain-hunting lifted the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) on Wednesday, while the peso strengthened against the US dollar. The main stocks index inched up 0.18 percent to 5,963.77 points, and the All Shares by 0.44 percent to 3,605.21 points. Most sectoral indices ended in the green, led by Mining and Oil, up by 3.29 percent and was followed by the Industrial, 1.39 percent; Holding Firms, 0.78 percent; and Financials, 0.56 percent. On the other hand, Property fell 0.78 percent and Services, 0.63 percent. Advancers led decliners at 110 to 74 while 61 shares were unchanged. According to Philippines News

Makati city: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Wednesday intensified its price monitoring activities to ensure that Undas-related goods remain affordable and adequately supplied for consumers. DTI Secretary Cristina Roque led the inspection at a supermarket in Guadalupe, Makati City, where monitoring teams checked the prices and supply of basic necessities and prime commodities, particularly candles and bottled water, which are two of the most purchased items during the observance of Undas (All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day). According to Philippines News Agency, all 224 stock keeping units of monitored items were found within the agency’s suggested

Manila: Defending champion Pasig City claimed two golds in swimming Wednesday to grab the overall lead in the Batang Pinoy National Championships at the Antonio Acharon Sports Complex pool in Calumpang here. Roland Aaron Seprado dominated the boys’ 14-15 100m backstroke and 14-17 4x50m freestyle relay with Rafael Miguel Ubiadas, Ricardo Felipe Delgado, and Gabriel Medenilla for Pasig City, which has collected 21 golds, 14 silvers, and 22 bronzes, as of 7 p.m. According to Philippines News Agency, Manila secured four golds in swimming, including two from Patricia Mae Santor. Santor ruled the girls’ 16-17 200m butterfly and the 14-17