Day: December 10, 2025

Manila: The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Western Visayas (DENR 6) emphasized the role of mangroves in protecting communities and preserving marine habitats. DENR 6 Regional Executive Director Raul Lorilla, in a forum, shared how a coastal community in Capiz that survived Super Typhoon Yolanda in 2013 had planted mangroves, which lessened the impact of succeeding typhoons. According to Philippines News Agency, Lorilla discussed the pursuit of nature-based solutions by the DENR, emphasizing their long-term community benefits. Data from the DENR indicated that approximately 9,727 hectares of coastal areas in the region have been planted with mangroves. This

Manila: The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Wednesday assured prompt action on reports involving misconduct by its employees. “Misconduct has no place in this Bureau. Due process will be observed, but those who dishonor the badge will be held fully accountable. When formal charges are filed, preventive suspension will immediately follow,” NBI Acting Director Angelito Magno said in a statement. According to Philippines News Agency, Magno issued the statement after an NBI agent was arrested on December 5 for allegedly pulling a gun on five people in Para±aque City. In a separate incident, an NBI agent was beaten by

Manila: The Sangguniang Panlungsod has approved a general budget exceeding PHP4.5 billion for 2026, alongside an additional PHP86.96 million designated for the city’s local economic enterprises. This decision was reached during the city council’s regular session on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, Appropriations Committee chairperson Rex Marcus Sarabia reported that the upcoming year’s budget marks an 8.62 percent increase compared to the current year’s allocation. Of the anticipated income, 55.13 percent is expected from local revenue streams, while 44.87 percent will be sourced externally. Sarabia highlighted significant allocations within the budget, such as PHP30 million for assistance to individuals

Manila: The Philippine Army’s 1102nd ‘Ganarul’ Infantry Brigade (1102Bde) received multiple category awards during the 11th Infantry Division’s (11ID) ‘Best-Best’ Competition 2025 on Wednesday, demonstrating its excellence and professionalism. The competition coincides with the 7th anniversary of the 11ID, also celebrated on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, among the major awards the 1102Bde received are the Best in Unit Administration, Best in Intelligence, and Best in Logistics Management. Brig. Gen. Alaric Avelino Delos Santos, commander of the 1102Bde, praised the brigade’s achievement, highlighting that the awards reflect the teamwork, discipline, and commitment of all officers, enlisted personnel, and militiamen

Manila: Fifty-two couples from Antique’s capital town benefited from the free mass wedding in this capital town on Wednesday. San Jose de Buenavista Mayor Paul Joseph Untaran, who officiated the mass wedding held at the Binirayan Gymnasium, told the couples to be faithful to each other despite the challenges. ‘Marriage is not a bed of roses, but is a lifetime commitment of the couple to love each other,’ Untaran said. According to Philippines News Agency, the local government unit (LGU) prepared each couple a wedding cake, lunch for their sponsors and guests, and a photo-booth for picture-taking. San Jose de