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Manila: The results of an Octa Research survey showed that more than half, or 57 percent, of Filipinos are in favor of the Philippines rejoining the International Criminal Court (ICC). The Tugon ng Masa survey, conducted from April 22 to 24, revealed that 37 percent opposed the idea while 6 percent were undecided. According to Philippines News Agency, the survey highlighted that the majority of respondents from Metro Manila, Luzon, and the Visayas, amounting to 60 percent, support the move for the Philippines to return to the ICC. However, the strongest opposition was seen in Mindanao, where 66 percent of

Cotabato city: The families of overseas Bangsamoro workers (OBWs) who passed away while employed abroad were recipients of financial grants from the Ministry of Labor and Employment in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). According to Philippines News Agency, twenty beneficiaries received assistance via the Social Benefits Program (SBP) during a distribution event at the MOLE regional office within the Bangsamoro government center. Among the beneficiaries were seven immediate relatives of deceased OBWs who were awarded natural death and burial benefits, as stated by BARMM Labor Minister Muslimin Sema. Each recipient was granted PHP90,000 in death benefits along

Surigao del norte: The Surigao del Norte Police Provincial Office (SDNPPO) announced the arrest of 33 wanted persons during 40 manhunt operations conducted throughout June. Among those apprehended were eight individuals identified as the most wanted at both provincial and municipal levels, while the remaining 25 were categorized as other wanted persons. According to Philippines News Agency, Col. Warren Dablo, the SDNPPO director, praised the operational successes of his personnel, emphasizing their essential role in maintaining peace and order in the province throughout June 2025. In addition to these arrests, the SDNPPO reported significant outcomes from their anti-illegal drugs campaign,

Manila: The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has received a significant donation of 600 computer sets from Concentrix Philippines (CNX). These computers are destined for schools in underserved communities, aiming to bridge the digital divide and enhance educational opportunities for students in these areas. According to Philippines News Agency, DICT Secretary Henry Aguda expressed gratitude towards CNX for their support in the “Digital Bayanihan” initiative. This effort aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure connectivity across all schools in the nation. Aguda emphasized the importance of cooperation, stating, “Bayanihan (cooperation) means heroes coming together and

Manila: Newly appointed Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairperson John Patrick Gregorio vowed to give his best as the head of the agency. “There is no dead end in a dream. And our dream is more gold and service to the 110 million Filipinos,” Gregorio stated during the Philippine Sports Association (PSA) Forum held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex conference hall in Manila. The forum was a significant event marked by Gregorio’s commitment to enhancing the nation’s sports landscape. According to Philippines News Agency, prior to attending the forum, Gregorio participated in the official turnover of the PSC flag with