Category: General

Manila: The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) intercepted a parcel containing over PHP10 million worth of kush or high-grade marijuana. According to Philippines News Agency, Customs Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio stated that the contraband was discovered after a thorough physical examination of a parcel from the United States on Oct. 30. Authorities found 7.1 kg of kush concealed in the parcel, which was then handed over to the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) for further investigation and filing of appropriate charges under Republic Act No. 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) and Republic Act No. 10863 (Customs Modernization

Ilocos Norte: Local governments in Ilocos Norte have stepped up efforts to implement anti-littering measures during the observance of ‘Undas’, or All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days from November 1-2. Joegie Jimenez, provincial pollution control officer, on Friday said there are garbage collectors and youth volunteers on standby around the cemeteries. According to Philippines News Agency, Jimenez underscored the importance of instilling discipline among the people such as throwing out garbage properly and practicing waste segregation, citing the clean-up drives and promotion of 3Rs or the so-called ‘reuse, reduce, and recycle’ in every home. “It is not yet too late

MANILA: Two Indonesian military helicopters have arrived in the Philippines to support the Philippine Air Force’s (PAF) humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions in areas severely affected by recent weather disturbances. The Indonesian National Armed Forces’ Mi-17V5 and H-225M helicopters landed at the Villamor Air Base, Pasay City, enhancing the PAF’s capacity to deliver essential relief supplies to remote and inaccessible areas. According to Philippines News Agency, PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Consuelo Castillo emphasized that the addition of these helicopters significantly strengthens the PAF’s aerial relief capabilities, ensuring more efficient delivery of aid. The PAF has been actively involved in

Manila: The Council for Women and Children (CWC) on Friday emphasized the necessity of equipping parents with the knowledge to protect their children from various harms, especially online abuses and violence. According to Philippines News Agency, as part of the National Children’s Month (NCM) celebration, CWC Executive Director and Undersecretary Angelo Tapales announced plans for a conference aimed at helping parents better shield their children. The CWC, affiliated with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), is responsible for formulating policies and monitoring the implementation of laws, programs, and projects for children and youth under 18. The council is

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. remembered his late father, former president Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr., on Friday as the country commemorates All Saints’ Day. Marcos and his mother, Imelda Marcos, heard a Holy Mass beside the grave of his father at Libingan ng mga Bayani (Heroes’ Cemetery) in Taguig City, joined by other family members and friends. Supporters wearing red also went to the cemetery to show their support. According to Philippines News Agency, after the Mass, Marcos delivered a short message where he thanked everyone who joined them in remembering his father. He said his father’s lessons remain