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Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is nearly finished with its preparations for the May 12 national and local elections (NLE). Chairperson George Garcia stated in a radio interview that Comelec is “about 90 to 95 percent prepared” while Board of Election Inspectors’ members are undergoing training. According to Philippines News Agency, Garcia mentioned that the ballots are ready, with only the verification process remaining. The Voter’s Information Sheet (VIS) is scheduled to complete printing by March 25. Additionally, training for teachers, who will serve as election inspectors, is ongoing. The public has the option to enroll in internet voting,

Eastern Samar: The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office-Eastern Visayas (DSWD-FO-8) has distributed 23,400 family food packs to families in Eastern Samar who have been affected by recent flooding. The flooding was a result of the shear line impacting the region. According to Philippines News Agency, DSWD Disaster Response Management Group Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao announced that the Field Office-8 dispatched the food packs promptly after receiving a request from the provincial government of Eastern Samar. Assistant Secretary Dumlao highlighted that Secretary Rex Gatchalian directed the field office in Eastern Visayas to ensure the swift delivery of the

Pasig: Criss Cross will try to sustain its momentum against Savouge at the start of the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference single round-robin semifinals at Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig on Sunday. The King Crunchers, who swept the double-round preliminaries, face the Spin Doctors at 3:30 p.m. According to Philippines News Agency, reigning MVP Jude Garcia, Jaron Requinton, Nico Almendras, Ysrael Marasigan, and Rex Intal are expected to lead Criss Cross. On the other hand, Savouge will rely on Mark Calado, Shawie Caritativo, and Madz Gampong. ‘We’ll train harder and prepare for every opponent in the semifinals. There’s no room to

Seoul: Filipinos in South Korea are advised to refrain from joining public demonstrations, the Philippine Embassy in Seoul said Saturday in anticipation of massive protests in the coming days ahead of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment ruling. According to Philippines News Agency, the advisory from the Embassy reminds Filipinos that foreigners are prohibited from participating in local political activities under Korean laws. The Embassy emphasized the importance of complying with all local laws and regulations to prevent any issues that might affect their stay in South Korea. The advisory also urged Filipino nationals to observe the usual precautions and avoid

Manila: A total of 64 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) at the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) – Brooke’s Point District Jail on Thursday underwent basic first aid training under the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) as part of its initiative to enhance public safety. According to Philippines News Agency, regional information officer Jail Officer 3 Joefrie Anglo emphasized the importance of preparedness for disasters, whether natural or man-made, to mitigate their impact. Anglo noted that if PDLs are trained in first aid, they can assist fellow inmates during emergencies, highlighting the significance of equipping them with life-saving