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Iloilo: The Iloilo International Airport welcomed on Monday low-cost airline Scoot’s direct connection to Singapore. The inaugural flight carried 107 passengers and arrived in Iloilo at 5:35 a.m. According to Philippines News Agency, Scoot’s flight to Singapore left at 6:10 a.m. with 103 passengers. “The new route reinforces Iloilo’s role as a regional gateway and is expected to boost tourism and economic activity in Western Visayas,” the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines said in a news release. “CAAP continues to work closely with aviation partners to promote regional growth while upholding the highest standards of safety and service,” it

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday denounced what he described as a growing culture of aggression and violence on Philippine roads as he addressed the mounting viral road rage incidents that have resulted in physical confrontations-and in some cases, death. ‘Ang tatapang na nating lahat, siga na ang lahat (We are all brave, we are all fired up),’ Marcos said in his latest vlog. ‘Ano na ba ang kultura na ito na pagiging siga sa daan? Saan ba natin nakuha ito? (What is this culture of being all fired up on the road? Where did we get it?).’

Iloilo City: Around 1,680 police officers will be deployed across Western Visayas to ensure the safety of pilgrims and tourists during the Holy Week, according to the Police Regional Office-6 (PRO-6). According to Philippines News Agency, PRO-6 spokesperson Lt. Col. Arnel Solis announced in an interview that the full deployment of officers would begin early morning on Holy Thursday. The focus will be on securing churches, religious sites, and activities such as processions on Thursday and Friday. By Black Saturday, police efforts will concentrate on tourist destinations and recreational areas due to an anticipated increase in public movement. Officers will

Manila: The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) reminded transportation companies and operators that only content rated ‘G’ (General Patronage) and ‘PG’ (Parental Guidance) are allowed for showing inside public utility vehicles (PUV). According to Philippines News Agency, the MTRCB stated that the policy is mandated under its Memorandum Circular No. 03-2024 which classifies common carriers as ‘movie theaters’ for regulatory purposes. This regulation aims to ensure that content remains appropriate and does not negatively impact minors who may be traveling with their families. The MTRCB has urged passengers to report any violations of this policy through the

Bacolod City: Brig. Gen. Arnold Thomas Ibay, officer-in-charge (OIC) of Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR), on Monday urged personnel of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in the new administrative region to be faithful in their service to the people. Ibay, who was designated to lead the PRO-NIR effective April 10, made the call after being accorded with arrival honors at Camp Alfredo M. Montelibano Sr. here. According to Philippines News Agency, Ibay stated that he has no personal agenda in his new role and emphasized his commitment to public service. “I have no agenda of my own. In assuming