Benevolent reef control model
When the administration of former president Rodrigo Duterte entered a status quo agreement with the Chinese government, the intention was to diplomatically manage the West Philippine Sea dispute until both parties resolved the issue with finality. .....»»
Vhong Navarro case convict Ferdinand Guerrero transferred to BuCor
According to the bureau, Guerrero will be held in the quarantine cell for five days without visiting privileges, similar to other newly admitted inmates......»»
China issues radio challenge to aircraft of senators visiting Pag-asa Island
China's radio challenges were made even before the private aircraft carrying Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, Senate Majority Floor Leader Joel Villanueva and Sen. JV Ejercito landed in Pag-asa Island......»»
Smart backs Paris-bound Philippines athletes
Smart Communications, Inc. has signed a partnership agreement with the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) to strengthen the telco’s support for the Philippine delegation to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games......»»
PAL to rent aircraft from European carrier
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is looking to enter into a lease agreement with a European operator to boost its fleet in the heat of supply chain disruptions that are causing delays in aircraft deliveries......»»
Multisectoral groups join forces vs online scams
Stepping up the fight against online fraud and scams, several government agencies have teamed up with the private sector and advocacy groups for an education campaign focused on bolstering consumer protection online......»»
MMDA, LTO ink deal to accredit motorcycle academy
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority on Monday signed an agreement with the Land Transportation Office to establish the MMDA Motorcycle Riding Academy as an accredited Practical Driving Examination Center......»»
Finance chief floats free trade deal with Canada
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has floated the potential of a free trade agreement with Canada as he sought more economic and investment opportunities with one of the world’s biggest economies......»»
Gaza: Israelis Attacking Known Aid Worker Locations
(Jerusalem, May 14, 2024) - Israeli forces have carried out at least eight strikes on aid workers' convoys and premises in Gaza since October 2023, even though aid groups had provided their coordinates to the Israeli authorities to ensure their protection, Hum.....»»
Kings, Bolts renew rivalry
Barangay Ginebra and Meralco are gathering forces and sharpening their weapons with their eighth postseason battle in the last eight seasons on the horizon......»»
PetroGreen unit, SNAP close power supply deal
A subsidiary of Yuchengco-led PetroGreen Energy Corp. has signed a power supply agreement with SN Aboitiz Power Group......»»
Sleepy far-flung towns in the Philippines will host US forces returning to counter China threats
Sleepy far-flung towns in the Philippines will host US forces returning to counter China threats.....»»
Man kills self while visiting mother’s grave in Dalaguete, Cebu on Mother’s Day
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 24-year-old man died after he reportedly committed suicide while visiting his mother’s grave at the Mantalongon Cemetery in Dalaguete, Cebu on Sunday, Mother’s Day. Police Corporal Jerson Entice, investigator of the Dalaguete Police Station, said that the victim was a Grade 12 student and a resident of the same barangay......»»
Man kills self while visiting mother’s grave in Dalaguete, Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 24-year-old man died after he reportedly committed suicide while visiting his mother’s grave at the Mantalongon Cemetery in Dalaguete, Cebu on Sunday, Mother’s Day. Police Corporal Jerson Entice, investigator of the Dalaguete Police Station, said that the victim was a Grade 12 student and a resident of the same barangay......»»
Divide and conquer: China’s tactical gambit
There has been no let-up in China’s campaign of disinformation and misinformation, claiming that secret deals were made like a supposed “gentleman’s agreement” over the West Philippine Sea. It would seem this is China’s new game plan in our country......»»
New Naval Forces Western Mindanao chief assumes post
The naval forces in Western Mindanao has a new commander......»»
Philippines says Iranian forces free 1 of 4 Filipino hostages
MANILA, May 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday said that one of the four Filipino sailors taken hostage by Iranian forces last month has been freed. The DFA said the Philippines welcomes the "good news," adding that the sailor is expected to arrive in Manila later Friday. "We appreciate Iran's gesture," the DFA said in a statement but did not elaborate. Th.....»»
Forces from US, Philippine stage combat drills near southern Taiwan
ITBAYAT, The Philippines: U.S. and Philippine forces recently conducted combat drills in the Philippines' northernmost island town of Itbayat, situated along the strategic Bashi Channel near southern Taiwan, a pivotal area in the ongoing military rivalry between Washington and Beijing. The exercises, part of the annual Balikatan maneuvers, involved over 16,000 American and Philippine military personnel, marking.....»»
PSAC, private sector join forces to create more job opportunities
The Private Sector Advisory Council has teamed up with the SM Group, online job platform JobStreet by SEEK and business groups in a bid to open up more job opportunities and help address the job skills mismatch in the country......»»
DFA warns vs ‘false narratives’ on Ayungin
The Department of Foreign Affairs has warned the public against false narratives being spread by China to sow discord among Filipinos, including its “unverifiable” recording of a phone conversation between a ranking Philippine military officer and a Chinese diplomat purportedly on an agreement on a “new model” for managing the situation in Ayungin Shoal......»»