Day: November 3, 2025

Manila: The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has identified seven individuals, who have sacrificed their lives for the witness of Christ within the 21st century, as ‘new martyrs’. CBCP Secretary General Msgr. Bernardo Pantin stated that these individuals, from an archdiocese, a diocese, and two prelatures, have been submitted to the Commission of the New Martyrs-Witnesses of the Faith in Rome. According to Philippines News Agency, Msgr. Pantin emphasized in a letter to all bishops and archdioceses in the country that these individuals “shed their blood between the year 2000 and the present because of violent opposition to

Ortigas: The government is making strides to cultivate an environment conducive to innovation, aiming to position the Philippines among the top one-third of global innovation economies by 2028, the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) announced. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippines has ascended to the 50th spot out of 139 economies on the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII), marking its highest position to date. This achievement places the country alongside other advancing middle-income economies such as China, India, Indonesia, Trkiye, Vietnam, Iran, Albania, and Morocco. DEPDev, acting as the National Innovation Council (NIC) Secretariat, is concentrating on

Tacloban: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has prepositioned 121,331 family food packs (FFPs) to boost its readiness for the impact of Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi) in Eastern Visayas. DSWD Region 8 information officer Jonalyndie Chua said they have been replenishing their stocks in preparation for the effects of the typhoon. “DSWD is always ready to respond. We have been monitoring the situation and coordinating with affected local government units,” Chua told the Philippine News Agency on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, different provinces in Eastern Visayas are under Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 2 as

Cairo: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) reiterates the warning issued by the Philippine Embassy in Egypt against illegal recruitment and ‘third-country’ schemes offering employment in the African nation without proper permits and accreditation. According to Philippines News Agency, the DMW advised Filipinos seeking jobs abroad to apply only through its accredited agencies, report suspicious recruiters, and always keep their passports and valid work documents for protection. The agency emphasized the importance of not accepting job offers or signing contracts without legal work permits, visas, and valid employer documentation. They stressed that each contract should comply with the required terms

Pasay city: The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued subpoenas to several individuals implicated in five alleged fraudulent flood control projects in Bulacan. In a message to reporters, DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez confirmed that the subpoenas were served last week, with the initial hearing for the preliminary investigation set for November 10 at 1 p.m. According to Philippines News Agency, acting Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida expressed optimism that both the preliminary investigation and the filing of charges in court for these cases would be completed by the end of the year. Vida emphasized the importance of adhering to legal procedures,

Iloilo city: The city government has ordered the pre-emptive evacuation of residents living along coastal and low-lying areas ahead of Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi). “Starting 3:00 this afternoon, the Iloilo City Government will implement a pre-emptive evacuation in identified high and riverside communities upon the recommendation of the city disaster risk reduction and management council (CDRRMC),” Mayor Raisa Tre±as stated after signing Executive Order 121 for the purpose. According to Philippines News Agency, the pre-emptive evacuation targets residents of 27 barangays, including Boulevard, San Juan, Calumpang, South Baluarte, and nearby coastal areas in the Molo district. Other areas include