Day: November 17, 2025

Negros oriental: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Negros Oriental has confirmed that major business establishments in typhoon-hit areas are adhering to the nationwide price freeze on basic goods. According to Philippines News Agency, Krystle Jade Bato, spokesperson and OIC chief of the Consumer Protection Division of DTI-Negros Oriental, reported that inspections conducted late last week revealed that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities were either at or below the suggested retail price, in compliance with the price freeze. The DTI’s two-day monitoring and inspection covered establishments in the severely affected areas of Canlaon City, Guihulngan City,

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has accepted the resignations of Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman. The officials stepped down as their departments are under investigation for alleged anomalies in flood control projects, Malaca±ang announced. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that both officials resigned ‘out of delicadeza,’ acknowledging the need for the administration to handle the investigations appropriately. The President has appointed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto as the new Executive Secretary, while Frederick Go, the Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs, has been named the new

Manila: At least five individuals have expressed interest in joining the bidding for the seven luxury vehicles of the Discayas, which is set on Thursday at the Bureau of Customs (BOC) in South Harbor, Manila. According to Philippines News Agency, lawyer Chris Bendijo, deputy chief of staff of Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno, stated that the interested bidders have registered and paid the registration fee. “In terms of those who have registered.more than five have already expressed their interest and paid the registration fee,” he mentioned at the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon public briefing. The BOC official noted that in case of a

Bangsamoro: Police confiscated PHP3.4 million worth of shabu and 20 loose firearms in a weeklong anti-crime drive across the Bangsamoro region, officials reported Monday (Nov. 17, 2025). According to Philippines News Agency, Brig. Gen. Jaysen de Guzman, regional police director, stated that the operation from Nov. 10 to 15 also resulted in the arrest of 16 most wanted persons. The campaign further led to the recovery of carjacked vehicles and the arrest of seven suspects. Police efforts also led to the confiscation of over PHP680,000 worth of smuggled cigarettes at checkpoints in Maguindanao del Norte and Lanao del Sur. De

Biliran: The Philippines’ longest-running and most iconic adventure race once again takes centerstage in Biliran province as La Routa Adventure Race 2025 officially serves as the Adventure Racing World Series (ARWS) Asian Championship Leg from Nov. 18 to 21. Jointly organized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) regional office here, the provincial government of Biliran, and Bukid Outdoor Shop, this year’s La Routa reinforces Eastern Visayas’ growing reputation as a premier host for world-class adventure and outdoor sporting events. According to Philippines News Agency, for the 2025 edition, La Routa welcomes 12 elite teams from Malaysia, India, Japan, the Czech