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Philippines Says Catholic Mass Bombing Mastermind Is Dead
Manila, Philippines - The alleged mastermind of a bombing at a Catholic Mass in the southern Philippines has died after a clash between members of a pro-Islamic State group and government troops, officials said Monday.Four people were killed and dozens wounded in the Dec. 3 attack on worshippers inside a university gym in Marawi, the country's largest Muslim city, that was later claimed by the Islamic State grou.....»»
BBM, Duterte threats and sleep deprivation
In December 2023, President Marcos Jr. scored an approval rating of 71 percent, up six points from 65 percent in October 2023, according to OCTA Research Group which polled 1,200 respondents during Dec. 10-14. Error margin was three percentage points, quite high, if you ask statisticians......»»
Anchorage sets record for earliest arrival of 100 inches of snow
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Even by Alaska standards, there is a lot of snow this winter. So much snow has fallen — so far, more than 8.7 feet (2.65 meters) — that roofs on commercial buildings are collapsing around Anchorage and officials are urging residents to break out their shovels to avoid a similar fate at.....»»
DOJ recommends filing of grave oral defamation vs abducted activists Tamano, Castro
In a 15-page resolution dated Dec. 12, 2023, it is said that the two activists’ sworn statements are different from their pronouncements during a press conference they held with the authorities after they emerged from their alleged abduction......»»
Duterte says Marcos risks same fate as dictator father amid charter change push
In a fiery speech Sunday evening, Duterte accused his predecessor of being a “drug addict” and of trying to amend the Constitution to prolong his term of office. .....»»
Rama takes leave, now in Singapore
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama is currently in Singapore, just more than a month since he returned from Australia last Dec. 16. The mayor disclosed this through Cebu City’s media arm, Sugboanon Channel’s ‘Ingna’ng Mayor’, on Thursday, Jan. 25. However, Rama did not disclose when he would come back to Cebu.....»»
DSWD’s 4Ps gets 60% satisfaction rating in Pulse Asia Survey
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday (January 23) welcomed the result of the Ulat ng Bayan survey indicating that 62 percent of the 1,200 respondents were satisfied with the implementation of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The survey, which was conducted from Dec. 3 to 7, 2023 by Pulse Asia […].....»»
Missing secretaries
Last Dec. 22, 2023, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin checked into the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland to undergo treatment for prostate cancer......»»
OCD welcomes partnership with Canada on disaster risk reduction
The Office of Civil Defense and officials of the Canadian embassy held a dialogue on areas of cooperation, focusing on OCD’s priority programs in civil defense and disaster risk reduction and management on Dec. 21, 2023, at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City......»»
FACT CHECK | Constitutionality, not ‘noble intentions’, basis for allowing joint ventures in West Philippine Sea – Supreme Court
In her column published on manilatimes.net on Dec. 23, 2023, Anna Malindog-Uy proposed, among others, possible joint ventures in the utilization of the resources in the South China Sea to pave the way for a non-confrontational resolution of maritime and territorial claims involving the Philippines and China. The article consistently used the term South China […].....»»
Drivers, operators of unconsolidated PUVs have options – OTC
t is the not the end of the line for public utility vehicle operators and drivers who were not able to consolidate or apply for consolidation of their franchises before the Dec. 31 deadline, as they still have options to sustain their livelihood, the Office of Transportation Cooperatives said yesterday......»»
‘Philippines should also be known for Pinoy love’
Aside from tourist destinations and attractions, President Marcos said the Philippines should be known for the “love” shared by Filipinos with travelers......»»
The colorful and inspiring life of Cebu’s ‘Duster King’
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu’s active running scene is filled with individuals who stand out. One of them is Leonecel Arban, popularly known as the “Duster King.” Arban, a native of Alcoy town, south Cebu, is widely known for his playful running attire and props during running events, which often draws attention. Arban, who currently resides in.....»»
Marcos orders agencies to create masterlist of government-owned lands
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the creation of an inter-agency coordinating council that will complete an inventory of all government-owned lands for its strategic use. .....»»
Villar lauds focus on faster ROW process
Senate Deputy Majority Floor Leader and former public works secretary Mark Villar had lauded President Marcos’ move to create an inter-agency committee to speed up the acquisition of rights-of-way (ROW), saying this will be crucial to managing the cost of vital rail transportation infrastructure project and in ensuring that timelines are met......»»
Toledo squares off with Rizal, Cagayan in PCAP All-Filipino Cup
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Toledo Xignex Trojans will continue their inter-division campaign in the ongoing Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) All-Filipino Cup First Conference on Wednesday, April 17, as they take on the Rizal Batch Towers and Cagayan Kings. Currently, the Trojans occupy the top spot in the southern division standings. They.....»»
Boljoon pounces on Sibonga in Mayor Cabaron cage wars
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Boljoon dominated Sibonga, securing a 90-75 victory and keeping themselves in contention in Group B of the Mayor Inocentes Cabaron Invitational Inter-town Basketball Tournament on Sunday, April 7th, at the Moalboal Covered Court. Boljoon’s lopsided win over Sibonga improved their record by two wins and one loss, putting them behind the.....»»
A traffic town hall summit
An inter-agency body headed by the Presidential Management Staff is organizing the conduct this week of a traffic town hall summit of Metro Manila local government chief executives......»»
A traffic town hall summit
An inter-agency body headed by the Presidential Management Staff is organizing the conduct this week of a traffic town hall summit of Metro Manila local government chief executives......»»
A traffic town hall summit
An inter-agency body headed by the Presidential Management Staff is organizing the conduct this week of a traffic town hall summit of Metro Manila local government chief executives......»»