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AFP on alleged seizure of China’s nets: We protect our sovereign rights
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday reiterated its commitment to protect the country’s sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea in response to China’s allegation that its personnel seized the nets of its fishermen installed off Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal. “The Philippines remains committed to upholding its sovereignty and.....»»
Philippine Navy destroys Chinese fishing nets in Ayungin—report
MANILA, Philippines — In a move which a security analyst deems to be permissible, the Philippine Navy reportedly dismantled and confiscated Chinese fishing nets installed within the vicinity of Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea. China’s state publication Xinhua on Tuesday claimed that the personnel of BRP Sierra Madre “repeatedly damaged” Chinese.....»»
New Eastmincom Chief
Maj Gen. Jose Maria Cuerpo II is installed as the new acting commander of the Eastern Mindanao Command of the Armed Forces of the Philippines on Friday (31 May 2024), replacing LtGen Greg Almerol, who retires on the same day, in a change of command ceremony in Panacan, Davao City presided by AFP Deputy Chief of Staff LtGen Charlton Gaerlan. MindaNews photo by MANMAN DEJETO.....»»
Speaker meets Chiz; no talks yet on economic Cha-cha
Speaker Martin Romualdez and newly installed Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero met at Malacañang last Monday when President Marcos signed into law the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act......»»
BARMM parliament member named regional health minister
The top official of the Bangsamoro government designated on Monday a popular physician-ophthalmologist in their 80-member parliament as health minister and installed his predecessor as chief of a hospital in Maguindanao del Sur province......»»
Lack of CCTV hampers probe on couple’s murder
The probe on the murders of a Manila-based couple found dead in a condominium two weeks ago is hampered because of the lack of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed in the establishment, Davao City Police says......»»
Japan town to block Mount Fuji view from troublesome tourists
A huge black barrier to block Mount Fuji from view will be installed in a popular photo spot by Japanese authorities exasperated by crowds of badly behaved foreign tourists......»»
PNP chief: No need for new war on drugs
Newly installed Philippine National Police chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil sees no need to declare a war on drugs for the country to achieve drug-free status......»»
‘Fisheries development and the restrictive economic provisions in the Constitution’
The fact that we have a recently installed Secretary of Agriculture whose business roots are in the fisheries sector has inspired me to look into the state of our fisheries development as a component of our national economic performance......»»
Defective Bustos Dam gate replaced
A new rubber gate of Bustos Dam was installed yesterday, according to the National Irrigation Administration......»»
New finance chief eyes carbon tax
Newly installed Finance Secretary Ralph Recto is pursuing the tax reform proposals of his predecessor, starting with the imposition of a carbon tax in a bid to generate additional revenues and address environmental concerns......»»
New AdDU president vows to combat bullying
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 9 January)—The newly installed president of the Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) said he will put emphasis on fostering a peaceful educational community among its students to combat bullying and other similar forms of violence. “We have a good team of counselors here [in our university]. But definitely, if there are […].....»»
Cesafi women’s volleyball: USPF Lady Panthers crowned champions
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Lady Panthers were crowned champions in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Season 23 women’s volleyball tournament after defeating the University of San Carlos (USC) Lady Warriors in the do-or-die Game 3 on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, at the USC Main Campus gymnasium. The.....»»
Cesafi women’s volleyball finals: USPF outlasts USC, forces do-or-die game 3
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Lady Panthers kept their Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) women’s volleyball title bid alive after defeating the University of San Carlos (USC) Lady Warriors in five sets in Game 2 of their Best-of-Three finals series on Saturday, February 3. The Lady Panthers shocked the.....»»
Cesafi: USC wins game one over USPF in women’s volleyball finals
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The University of San Carlos (USC) Lady Warriors grabbed game one of their Best-of-Three finals series against the University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Lady Panthers in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) women’s volleyball finals on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at the USC Main Campus gymnasium. The Lady Warriors of.....»»
Cesafi Volleyball: Old rivals, USPF, USC lock horns in women’s finals
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Lady Panthers and the University of San Carlos (USC) Lady Warriors renewed their volleyball rivalry as they forged a championship match in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) women’s volleyball tournament. USPF and USC defeated their respective foes in their Cesafi games on.....»»
Extreme Heat as a ‘New Pandemic’: Thousands in PH Cancel Classes During ‘Hottest Year’
(Part 1 of 2) CEBU CITY, Philippines — The decades-old Gabaldon building of Leyte National High School in Tacloban City has narrow hallways, high and dark ceilings, and overcrowded classrooms. On hot and humid days, the rooms can feel stuffy and suffocating, prompting students like Dwight Lebrea, a 17-year-old Grade 12 student, to find ways.....»»
Come-from-behind win for Astig
Leyte Vice Gov. Leonardo “Sandy” Javier Jr.’s Astig (Elysium Fields out of Pebble Beach) mustered enough energy in the last 100 meters to get past the pacesetting Matilda and finish triumphant in last Sunday’s Philracom 3YO Maiden Stakes at the Metro Manila Turf Club in Malvar, Batangas......»»
Samar farmers visit Leyte farm
The educational tour of Buenavista Integrated Farmers Association (BIFA) is part of the learning sessions under Farm Business School (FBS) being conducted by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) to teach the participants the process of benchmarking......»»
Palompon mayor’s petition dismissed: Court upholds SW validity
ORMOC CITY, Leyte — The Regional Trial Court Branch 45 of Tacloban City dismissed the petition filed by Palompon Mayor Ramon Oñate seeking to invalidate the search warrant issued earlier by the court on the site where the DBSN Farms Agriventures Corp. is located, citing lack of merit. Oñate’s petition to suppress the evidence obtained.....»»