BUTUAN CITY – A deceased dugong (sea cow) was discovered washed ashore near the seawall in Marihatag, Surigao del Sur, prompting an investigation by local environmental authorities, officials confirmed Thursday. Residents reported the marine mammal’s carcass to the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) and the local agriculture office on … [Read more...] about Dead dugong found beached in Surigao Sur town
Cops’ morale high after transfer of Duterte to The Hague – PNP
MANILA – The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday downplayed allegations making rounds on social media that the morale of the police is low following the arrest and eventual transfer of former president Rodrigo Duterte to The Hague in the Netherlands. “Iyong kumakalat na sinasabing sympathetic iyong mga pulis natin na umiiyak during the implementation po ng … [Read more...] about Cops’ morale high after transfer of Duterte to The Hague – PNP
Chavez resigns as PCO chief, Jay Ruiz to serve as his successor
MANILA—Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Acting Secretary Cesar Chavez confirmed on Thursday that he resigned from his post and will vacate the office on Feb. 28 “or anytime earlier when my replacement is appointed.” In a statement, Chavez said he submitted his “irrevocable” resignation on Feb. 5 and had spoken to former journalist Jay Ruiz, who will serve as his … [Read more...] about Chavez resigns as PCO chief, Jay Ruiz to serve as his successor
House OKs bills on education pathways, private school voucher program
MANILA – The House of Representatives approved two significant education bills on Tuesday's third and final reading, aiming to enhance pathways for students and expand assistance to private education institutions. During the plenary session, a total of 200 lawmakers voted in favor of House Bill (HB) 11213, which proposes two education pathways for basic education students … [Read more...] about House OKs bills on education pathways, private school voucher program
PH, China agree to uphold ‘provisional arrangement’ for Ayungin RORE
MANILA – The Philippine and Chinese governments have agreed to continue honoring the “provisional arrangement” for the country’s unhampered rotation and resupply (RORE) missions to the BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal during their latest bilateral consultation mechanism (BCM), according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The two governments, represented by DFA … [Read more...] about PH, China agree to uphold ‘provisional arrangement’ for Ayungin RORE
