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Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) officially proclaimed the 12 winning senators on Saturday, just five days after the national and local midterm elections. According to Philippines News Agency, the proclamation ceremony was led by Comelec Chairperson George Garcia and held at The Manila Hotel Tent City. Incumbent Senator Christopher ‘Bong’ Go topped the list with 27,121,073 votes. The ceremony involved each commissioner reading a Certificate of Proclamation for the senators-elect, who were called to the stage to receive their certificates. Reelectionist Senator Imee Marcos, who secured the 12th spot with 13,339,227 votes, was the first to be proclaimed. She

Baguio City: Anita Ticar, the mother of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) ‘Siklab-Laya’ Class of 2025 valedictorian, 2nd Lt. Jessie Ticar Jr., expressed her hopes that her son and his fellow graduates will serve the country with dedication. Ticar Jr. joined the academy with the aim of lifting his family out of poverty, and his achievements have exceeded expectations. According to Philippines News Agency, Ticar conveyed her pride and gratitude during the graduation ceremony at Fort del Pilar in Baguio City. She prayed for divine guidance for her son and the 265 other graduates as they embark on their careers

Manila: Newly proclaimed senator Camille Villar announced her support for a legislative inquiry into PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp., a company owned by her family, which is currently facing numerous complaints related to service disruptions across the country. Villar, who is the youngest senator at 40, expressed her willingness to back the probe during her proclamation event at The Manila Hotel Tent City. According to Philippines News Agency, the Bayan Muna Party-list alongside consumers has lodged a formal complaint with Malaca±ang, urging the cancellation of all joint venture agreements between PrimeWater and local water districts nationwide. The complaint highlights widespread service failures

Manila: National University (NU) showcased its commanding performance Saturday to clinch its fifth consecutive title in the UAAP men’s volleyball tournament. According to Philippines News Agency, Leo Ordiales led the charge by scoring 13 points through 10 attacks and three blocks, guiding the Bulldogs to a decisive 25-16, 28-26, 25-23 victory over the Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws in Game 3 of their championship series. The match was witnessed by 14,517 fans at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Rwenzmel Taguibolos contributed 10 points, equally divided between attacks and blocks, while Michaelo Buddin delivered nine attacks and 11 receptions. Leo

Manila: The Philippines and South Korea have agreed to strengthen coordination and security measures to ensure the safety of Korean nationals visiting and residing in the country, Malaca±ang said on Saturday. According to Philippines News Agency, this development follows a high-level dialogue between the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), chaired by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, and representatives from the Korean consulate and the United Korean Community Association in the Philippines. The meeting, which took place on Friday, focused on tackling the rising crimes against Korean nationals in the country. PAOCC Executive Director Gilberto Cruz laid out the Philippine government’s plan