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Manila: Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has directed the acceleration of the Metro Manila-Bulacan section of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR). During a recent inspection of the NSCR project site, Dizon highlighted the project’s significance for commuters, noting that it would cut travel time from Metro Manila to Malolos, Bulacan to just 30 minutes by train. According to Philippines News Agency, the NSCR will include train stations in the towns of Marilao, Meycauayan, Bocaue, Balagtas, and Guiguinto, continuing all the way to Clark in Pampanga. The entire 147-kilometer NSCR line is designed to connect Metro Manila to Pampanga in the north

Sultan Kudarat: Police in Sultan Kudarat and Maguindanao del Sur launched a joint manhunt for gunmen who abducted and killed a local political coordinator for the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP), authorities said Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, Modesto Tamayo, 57, a resident of Barangay Romualdez, Pres. Quirino town in Sultan Kudarat, was found dead with multiple stab wounds in a farm lot in Barangay Malangit, Pandag town in Maguindanao del Sur on Wednesday noon. The discovery was confirmed by Lt. Col. Jopy Ventura, spokesperson of the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Tamayo served as the

Manila: As the nation observes the 83rd anniversary of the Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) on Wednesday, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. called on all Filipinos to rise to the challenge of nation-building. According to Philippines News Agency, Teodoro extended his gratitude and respect to veterans, soldiers, and every Filipino who continues to demonstrate courage and patriotism. He emphasized that beyond remembrance, the day is a call for each citizen to contribute to the country’s progress, peace, and security. Teodoro urged the public to draw strength from the legacy of bravery and heroism exemplified by

Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has called for vlogger Esther Margaux “Mocha” Uson, a candidate for councilor in Manila’s 3rd District, to reconsider the use of her campaign jingles that include “double meaning” content. According to Philippines News Agency, in a letter dated April 8, Comelec advised Uson to use straightforward language in her campaign materials, avoiding words that might be interpreted as obscene. The jingle titled “Cookie ni Mocha,” which resembles a Filipino term for female genitalia, was highlighted as particularly contentious. This jingle was featured at a March 30 rally for Yorme’s Choice, the political group Uson

Manila: The Philippines has once again secured multiple nominations at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA) 2025, as announced by the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Wednesday. The country aims to retain its prominent status among Asia’s top travel destinations, rallying public support to bolster its standing at the WTA. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippines is defending its titles with nominations in several key categories: Asia’s Leading Beach Destination, Asia’s Leading Dive Destination, and Asia’s Leading Island Destination. Premier tourist spots in the country have also been recognized, with Boracay nominated as Asia’s Leading Luxury Island Destination, Intramuros