Day: December 10, 2025

Manila: Malaca±ang announced that the Department of Health (DOH) is scaling up its HIV/AIDS testing and prevention efforts as the number of persons living with HIV (PLHIV) in the Philippines continues to increase. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that the DOH’s actions are being guided by updated global estimates from the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). To address the rising cases, Castro explained that the DOH is enhancing access to HIV testing across the nation. Castro conveyed that the DOH, based on UNAIDS 2024 global HIV data, estimates that the Philippines has

Manila: Malaca±ang announced on Wednesday that government agencies are actively working to alleviate the severe traffic congestion in Metro Manila, particularly during the holiday season. In a press briefing, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized the coordinated efforts of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), the Department of Transportation (DOTr), and other relevant agencies in response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to tackle the persistent traffic issues. According to Philippines News Agency, Castro acknowledged the complexity of resolving traffic congestion, especially during the Christmas season, but assured that interventions are in progress. She noted that, although some issues

Bangkok: Thousands of people were displaced and forced to flee along the Thai-Cambodian border after deadly clashes erupted between the two neighboring countries, local media reported on Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, Thai authorities also closed nearly 1,000 schools in border areas across six provinces, with some converted into emergency shelter centers for the displaced. Since Monday, the renewed border clashes between the two Southeast Asian neighbors have resulted in at least 10 deaths-seven civilians in Cambodia and three soldiers in Thailand. Bangkok also reported injuries to 29 Thai soldiers, while 20 civilians were injured in Cambodia. Thai Education

Manila: Malaca±ang announced on Wednesday that there is no official information regarding the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) alleged issuance of an arrest warrant against Senator Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa. This development is linked to crimes against humanity associated with the Philippines’ anti-drug campaign during the previous administration. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro addressed reporters, stating, “If they know anything, they have not shared it with everyone. As of now, there is no confirmed notice regarding an existing warrant of arrest.” Castro’s remarks followed the statement by former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, who claimed that the

Manila: A Senate panel on Wednesday cited Chinese national Shi Chaoqun in contempt after he repeatedly denied having local contacts despite evidence linking him to a PHP100-million meat smuggling operation. During the hearing of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform, Sen. Erwin Tulfo moved to cite Shi in contempt for ‘continuously lying’ under oath, noting that it was impossible for a foreign national with no contacts to navigate the country’s business and logistics systems. According to Philippines News Agency, Tulfo expressed skepticism, highlighting the improbability of Shi’s claims. “Niloloko tayo. Wala siyang kakayahan, nag-negosyo siya dito isang