Day: December 10, 2025

Manila: The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has officially inaugurated its pioneering two-in-one full-motion flight simulator (FMFS) and accompanying training facility in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. This cutting-edge simulator is designed to train PAF’s helicopter pilots, featuring interchangeable cockpits for S-70i Black Hawk and Bell 412EP helicopters. According to Philippines News Agency, the FMFS provides pilots with an immersive and realistic training experience, allowing them to practice complex maneuvers and emergency procedures safely. This reduces the necessity for actual aircraft use. PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Christina Basco highlighted that the simulator aims to boost pilot proficiency, lower operational risks, and optimize training

Legazpi city: The provincial government of Albay has allocated PHP10 million for the purchase of medicines for hospitals managed by the local government unit. Governor Noel Rosal announced this initiative as a measure to ensure a continuous supply of medicines in government health facilities, especially as the fiscal year draws to a close. According to Philippines News Agency, Governor Rosal emphasized the proactive nature of this purchase, highlighting the importance of maintaining a steady stock of medicines in the face of dwindling year-end budgets. The provincial government manages eight government hospitals across the province, and this allocation aims to address

Manila: The government is seeking a Manila trial for the cases filed against businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang and 21 others in connection with the missing ‘sabungeros’ (cockfight aficionados) case, the Department of Justice said Wednesday. In a message to reporters, DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez stated, ‘there is a move (by the DOJ) to have the venues (of the cases) transferred to Manila.’ According to Philippines News Agency, ten counts of kidnapping with homicide were filed Tuesday in three different courts: the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of Lipa City, RTC-Sta. Cruz, Laguna, and RTC-San Pablo, Laguna. Separate charges for kidnapping with

Bangkok: Justin Kobe Macario delivered the first gold for the Philippines in the Southeast Asian Games, triumphing in the men’s individual freestyle poomsae event of taekwondo at the Fashion Island Shopping Mall. According to Philippines News Agency, Macario, 23, scored 8.200 points, surpassing five other competitors. “Nagulat din po ako na ako po ‘yung unang gold (winner) ng Pilipinas. Sobrang saya po dahil isang karangalan po makauwi ng ginto for the country (I was also surprised that I was the first gold winner for the Philippines. I am very happy because it is an honor to bring home gold for

Baguio city: The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Cordillera Region expressed its preparedness to undertake the construction of farm-to-market roads (FMRs) if the responsibility is formally transferred from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). DA-Cordillera Director Jennilyn Dawayan highlighted the agency’s readiness, citing the experience of its personnel in road construction through special projects, including the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), which features numerous road components. According to Philippines News Agency, Dawayan stated that if the General Appropriations Act (GAA) designates the DA as the implementer for constructing farm-to-market roads, the agency is well-prepared to take on