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Valentine’s Day, Ash Wednesday ‘peaceful’ in Cebu City – police
CEBU CITY, Philippines – This year’s celebration of Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday, which fell on the same day, has been generally “peaceful” with no major crime incidents reported in Cebu City. This was according to Police Lieutenant Colonel Janette Rafter, Deputy Director for Operations of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO). The two different.....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Santo Papa dinedma ang sakit pinangunahan Easter vigil
PINANGUNAHAN ni Pope Francis ang tradisyunal na Easter vigil sa Vatican noong Sabado, isang araw matapos niyang kanselahin ang kanyang pagdalo sa prusisyon noong Biyernes Santo dahil umano sa isyu ng kanyang kalusugan. The post Santo Papa dinedma ang sakit pinangunahan Easter vigil first appeared on Abante......»»
Santo Niño Devotees
Raquel Pamocino, 37, is one of thousands of Santo Niño devotees who flock to the Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague in Davao City every January 15, to attend mass and have their images of the Santo Nino blessed. Photo taken Monday morning, 15 January 2024. MindaNews photo by CAROLYN O. ARGUILLAS.....»»
‘Serenade of the Seas’ arrival restarts Subic cruise tourism program
The arrival here of GTS Serenade of the Seas, a 12-decker cruise liner operated by Royal Caribbean International, is expected to resurrect Subic’s cruise tourism program, which had gained momentum before being halted by the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago......»»
MIAA to remove gang chairs at NAIA-3 arrival lobby
The Manila International Airport Authority is scheduled to remove all the gang chairs at the arrival lobby of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 (NAIA-3) after Holy Week, MIAA general manager Eric Ines said yesterday......»»
Marcos forms human rights coordination body
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has created a body on human rights coordination to enhance mechanisms for the promotion and protection of human rights, a move viewed by advocates as a "desperate attempt to window-dress" the situation in the country. .....»»
DTI rolls out the Rice on Wheels Program in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in coordination with Bulacan rice millers and traders, will officially roll out the “Rice on Wheels Program for Retailers” to ensure the availability of affordable regular and well-milled rice to the general public......»»
Fireworks light up skies for Sinulog 2024 celebration
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Fireworks lit up the skies around Cebu City Sunday night, January 21, 2024, at the close of the Sinulog Festival 2024 celebration. Noted photographer John Velez captured the Sinulog fireworks display near a mall in uptown Cebu City while the CDN Digital team captured the display at the SRP, where the Sinulog Grand.....»»
Cebu City’s 87th Charter Day: A celebration of hope and optimism
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama led the city’s 87th Charter Day celebration on Saturday with the “hope and optimism” of a brighter future ahead. In his Charter Day message, Rama said that as the city continues to grow and evolve, the celebration should serve as a reminder of the its journey.....»»
Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu celebrates its 59th dedication anniversary
Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu celebrates its 59th dedication anniversary.....»»
WATCH: Visiting Cebu’s Basilica Minore del Santo Niño during Sinulog 2024
Rappler Visayas reporter John Sitchon shows the wonders of the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño in a tour during the 459th Fiesta Señor in the province of Cebu.....»»
Jack Russell Terrier melts hearts as guardian of Basilica grounds
CEBU CITY, Philippines– In the heart of the bustling Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu, a little Jack Russell Terrier has become an unexpected social media sensation. This Jack Russell Terrier is not your typical K9 dog, but rather a charming addition to the security team patrolling the Basilica Minore Del Santo Niño. As.....»»
Australian lawmakers talk up security cooperation during Taiwan visit
A leading Australian opposition lawmaker visiting Taiwan this week has highlighted the importance of security cooperation between Taiwan and Australia.In a meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen Monday, Andrew Wallace, the deputy chair of Australia's Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, said that in an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, security cooperation is 'paramount.'.....»»
Philippines, Indonesia seek to strengthen cooperation for energy security
MANILA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to strengthen energy cooperation to safeguard energy security. Energy ministers of the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation at the presidential palace in Manila, where Indonesian President Joko Widodo was received by his Philippine counterpart Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos. Widodo arrived i.....»»
Traslacion generally peaceful – NCRPO
This year’s traslacion or the traditional procession of the Black Nazarene, which drew over six million devotees, was “generally peaceful,” the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported on Wednesday......»»
Cebu City shooting: Cops pursue lead in bar fight killing
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Police in Cebu City are now pursuing a lead to identify the suspect behind the shooting of a man outside a bar along Pelaez Street in Barangay Kalubihan, Cebu City on early Wednesday morning, March 6, 2024. The victim was identified as Joseph Esconde Ybañez, a 32-year-old native of Dalaguete, Cebu......»»
Day 1 of colorum PUJ crackdown generally peaceful
The jeepney protest against the public utility vehicle modernization program was peaceful and quiet, the National Capital Region Police Office said, despite unconsolidated transport groups vowing to continue to ply their routes......»»
Labor Day in Davao peaceful
THE observance of Labor Day in Davao City on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, was generally peaceful with zero crimes and violent incidents recorded......»»
Leaders forge compact for peaceful, safe 2025 BARMM elections
Three provincial governors and the congressional representative of Basilan have agreed to help each other ensure a peaceful and orderly regional and local elections in the Bangsamoro region in 2025......»»