Category: News
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ASEAN members send aid to 4.2M Filipinos hit by ‘Kristine’
At least four Southeast Asian nations have mobilized humanitarian assistance for the Philippines, as the death toll from Severe Tropical Storm Kristine climbed to 81 on Saturday, with over 4.2 million people affected across the country, based on monitoring by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Singapore, Brunei, Malaysia, and Indonesia are…
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Kristine-affected members and pensioners can avail of SSS loan programs
The Social Security System (SSS) today announced that members and pensioners affected by the onslaught of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine could immediately avail themselves of salary and pension loans for their monetary needs. “As part of our proactive response to the urgent financial needs of our members and pensioners during natural calamities, the SSS loan…
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‘Kristine’ nagbantang magbalik sa susunod na araw
May banta ng pagkurba pabalik ng Philippine Area of Responsibility o PAR ang Severe Tropical Storm na si Kristine (international name Trami) sa araw ng Linggo o Lunes habang ito ay nasa West Philippine Sea, ayon sa pinakahuling pagtaya ng Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) kaninang 5:00 ng umaga, Biyernes, Oktubre 25,…
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Naga City evacuees receive aid from Philippine and Australian Army troops
Philippine Army troopers from the 9th Infantry “Spear” Division (9ID) and the contingent from the Australian Army worked hand-in-hand to provide food packs to Naga City evacuees affected by the massive flooding due to Severe Tropical Storm “Kristine” on October 24, 2024. Filipino troopers and their Australian Army counterparts are training together for the “KASANGGA”…
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BOC-Clark seizes shipments of high-grade Marijuana resin concealed as candies
Clark Freeport zone– The Bureau of Customs (BOC) – Port of Clark, in coordination with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), the Customs Anti-Illegal Drug Task Force (CAIDTF), the X-ray Inspection Project (XIP), the Enforcement and Security Service (ESS), and the Customs Intelligence and Investigation Service (CIIS), confiscated two (2) shipments containing a total of…
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Caritas Manila releases P1.2M to help Bicol dioceses affected by TS Kristine
Caritas Manila, the social arm of the Archdiocese Manila, has released P1.2 million to aid dioceses in the Bicol region that were greatly affected by Tropical Storm Kristine. The six dioceses in Bicol will receive P200,000 each, which include the Archdiocese of Caceres, Diocese of Libmanan in Camarines Sur; Diocese of Virac, Catanduanes; Diocese of…
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69th Infantry “Cougar” Battalion prepares for HADRO Operations
The 69th Infantry “Cougar” Battalion, under LtC Sonny Dungca, prepares for possible Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response Operations (HADRO) in the provinces of Zambales and Bataan as Tropical Storm Kristine approaches. (📸 69th Infantry Battalion)
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NFA ready to release rice to ‘Kristine’-hit areas
The National Food Authority (NFA) on Wednesday assured its preparedness to release rice to affected local government units (LGUs) amid the onslaught of Tropical Storm Kristine. In a phone interview, NFA Administrator Larry Lacson said he has activated all their warehouses to immediately respond to requests in affected areas. “Lahat ng NFA offices ngayon bukas…
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WPS Caravan inilunsad sa Zambales
OLONGAPO CITY– Isinagawa ng Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) sa pakikipagtulungan ng iba’t-ibang national government agencies, provincial at local government units (LGU’s), academic institutions at civil society organizations, ang Provincial Caravan for the West Philippine Sea para sa lalawigan ng Zambales nitong Martes. Oktubre 22. Ang naturang aktibidad na dinaluhan ng mahigit…
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First ever Evo City Front Act run gathers more than 1,500 to the pre-run of Rock ‘n’ Roll Manila
CAVITE– New and seasoned runners gathered for the newest run in town, the EVO CITY Front Act Run on 20 October 2024 at Kawit, Cavite. The musical running event celebrates health, music and community, and promised to be a teaser to what is to come in November for the 2024 ASICS Rock ‘n’ Roll Running…
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Land sniping exercise
Philippine Marine Corps, United States Marine Corps, Republic of Korea Marine Corps, Special Action Force (SAF) and Maritime of the Philippine National Police, and Philippine Coast Guard snipers train together in Land Sniping at Ternate Cavite as part of the ongoing Kamandag 08-24 military exercises. 📸 Philippine Navy
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BFAR-CDA lumagda sa kasunduan upang palakasin ang hanay ng mga mangingisda
Lumagda ang Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA–BFAR) at ang Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) sa isang Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) upang higit pa anilang magpapatibay ang ugnayan ng dalawang ahensya na tugunan ang mga pangangailangan ng mga mangingisda sa bansa. Ang paglalagda ay pinangunahan nina DA-BFAR Officer-in-Charge Isidro M. Velayo, Jr. at…
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BI to deport 2 pedophiles tagged as undesirable aliens
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE – Two foreign sex offenders are awaiting deportation for being undesirable aliens, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported on Thursday. Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said American Joseph John Graham, 76, and British national Ryan Ashley, 50, were arrested in separate operations conducted by operatives of the BI’s fugitive search unit in Pampanga…
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Clark International Festival of Speed
The Clark International Festival of Speed (CIFOS) kicked off with a parade at Fort Stotsenburg, signaling the start of a three-day automotive extravaganza at the Clark International Speedway from October 18 to 20, 2024. Over 300 cars, ranging from classic beauties to cutting-edge models, are on display, promising a feast for the eyes of car…
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Lider ng mga katutubong Ayta humiling na payagan siyang tumakbo para pagka-gobernador
ZAMBALES– Hinihiling ngayon ng isang lider ng katutubong Aeta na tanggapin at iproseso ng Commission on Elections (Comelec) ang kanyang certificate of candidacy (COC) at payagan siyang kumandidato sa pagka-gobernador ng lalawigang Zambales. Balak sanang kaharapin ni Chito Balintay Sr., 66, si incumbent Gov. Hermogenes Ebdane Jr., sa darating na eleksyon sa sususnod na taon.…
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