Day: December 2, 2025

Hong kong: All Filipinos who likely worked at the high-rise apartment complex affected by a deadly fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong, are confirmed safe and accounted for, the Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong reported. According to Philippines News Agency, the Consulate General announced that 92 Filipino nationals have been confirmed safe, with one individual injured and currently hospitalized. The advisory also mentioned that two overseas Filipino workers, initially listed for verification, were found to be in the Philippines at the time of the incident. Earlier, the consulate confirmed the unfortunate death of a Filipino domestic worker, Maryan Pascual

Quezon city: The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Quezon City Chapter (IBP-QC) have taken a significant step towards alleviating the issue of penal congestion in the Philippines by signing a memorandum of agreement (MOA). According to Philippines News Agency, the agreement was signed by BuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. and IBP-QC President Rowell Ilagan during a ceremony at the Old Hall of Justice Building in Quezon City. This collaboration signifies the dedication of both organizations to enhance the penal system and improve the lives of inmates. Catapang emphasized that the partnership aligns

Manila: Senate President Vicente Sotto III on Tuesday emphasized that filing an ethics complaint is the appropriate method for addressing the issue of lawmakers’ absences. Sotto clarified that there is no ‘no work, no pay’ rule under the Constitution or Senate regulations, suggesting that attendance concerns should be addressed through established accountability processes rather than changing long-standing legislative practices. According to Philippines News Agency, Sotto explained that legislators’ salaries and office budgets are predefined and are not dependent on daily attendance. He pointed out that even in the House of Representatives, some members have had extended absences without facing pay

La union: La Union’s Christmas Village is set to bring joy and hope to residents following various disasters this year, while also stimulating economic activities and promoting local products and destinations. According to Philippines News Agency, the Christmas Village is located at the Francisco Ortega Convention Center Complex grounds in Barangay Sevilla, San Fernando City. It features a 55-foot Christmas tree at the roundabout adorned with approximately 900 lanterns crafted by Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) from the provincial jail. This initiative has allowed the PDL to earn money, which they have sent to their families. Entrance to the village

Subic: The Philippine Navy (PN) on Tuesday officially placed its most modern warship in active service, boosting its capabilities to patrol and protect the country’s 200-nautical miles exclusive economic zone (EEZ). “This (warship) will add to the capital ships of the PN that (are) capable of patrolling all the way up to our EEZ and even beyond,” PN spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad said in a press briefing in Camp Aguinaldo. According to Philippines News Agency, Trinidad was referring to the guided-missile frigate BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), which was formally commissioned into PN service