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Cagayan de Oro: The Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro has denied reports of holding a “special Mass” for former president Rodrigo Duterte at the Saint Augustine Metropolitan Cathedral in Cagayan de Oro City. In a statement on Wednesday, Archbishop Jose Cabantan clarified that the Mass at 5:30 p.m. Thursday is not intended for a specific individual and is open to all. According to Philippines News Agency, Cabantan addressed a recent report from a media outlet claiming that the Cathedral is conducting a special daily Mass for Duterte’s health and release back to the Philippines. Cabantan categorically stated that this information

Manila: Malaca±ang has reiterated its call for former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque to return to the Philippines, following his removal from the legal team of former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands. According to Philippines News Agency, Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized that Roque should address allegations regarding his alleged ties to illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs). Castro stated, “By now, you may have heard that Atty. Harry Roque will no longer be part of former President Duterte’s legal team.” She further advised Roque to

Taipei: Taiwan is positioning itself as a global trailblazer in smart city development, with a bold emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape urban life. The island has unveiled a series of ambitious AI-powered initiatives to revolutionize how cities are governed, how businesses operate, and how citizens interact with their environment. According to Philippines News Agency, this was made clear at the 12th Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) held at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Organized by the National Development Council, the Kaohsiung City Government, and the Taipei Computer Association (TCA), the event presented an array of groundbreaking projects

El Salvador City: The Northern Mindanao Federation of Dairy Cooperatives (NMFDC) inaugurated a PHP3.6 million administration building in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, on Wednesday. The initiative received support from the National Dairy Authority (NDA) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). According to Philippines News Agency, NDA 10 (Northern Mindanao) Manager Jester John Jadap stated that the upgraded facility is designed to enhance dairy production and support the cooperative’s operations. Jadap emphasized the 38-year legacy of NMFDC, with particular attention to its ‘Highland Fresh’ product line, which is in the process of obtaining ISO (International Organization for Standardization)

Benguet: La Diyang Haven in Tuba, Benguet, once a solitary eco-tourism attraction, is now part of a collective effort to enhance tourism in the region, thanks to an initiative led by the Department of Tourism-Cordillera (DOT-CAR). This initiative encourages the development of more village destinations to provide visitors with a serene escape into nature. According to Philippines News Agency, the focus on “loop tourism” is allowing visitors to engage in various activities and experiences, benefiting multiple communities in the process. Cristina Tolero, head of La Diyang Haven eco-tourism village, emphasized the importance of this holistic approach, stating that it not