MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. lauded journalists for their courage in delivering unbiased reporting, calling them "stalwarts of truth and transparency." In celebrating World Press Freedom Day on Friday, the President posted on X (formerly twitter), that journalists’ commitment to their work is vital, especially amid the prevalence of fake news, misinformation, … [Read more...] about PBBM lauds journalists for ‘courage’ in unbiased reporting
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Brig. Gen Matthew Baccay is the new DIDM Chief
DAVAO CITY---Philippine National Police Chief General Romil Francisco Marbil has appointed Brigadier General Matthew Baccay as the new Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM) chief. Baccay, a lawyer, replaced Major General Leo Francisco after the latter was reassigned as CIDG Chief following the latest reorganization of police officials. Before his … [Read more...] about Brig. Gen Matthew Baccay is the new DIDM Chief
Tattoo regulation not meant to discriminate-PNP
DAVAO CITY —– The Philippine National Police (PNP) stood firm that its policy on visible tattoos is not a form of discrimination against inked individuals but a regulation to be complied with by members of the police force. PNP spokesperson Police Colonel Jean Fajardo last Saturday said they respect public opinion about the matter but explained regulating police officers … [Read more...] about Tattoo regulation not meant to discriminate-PNP
Qatari Amir commends Filipinos’ contribution to Qatar’s progress
The Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani lauded on Monday the Filipino community in Qatar for their unwavering support and effective contribution to the development and progress of his country. “This is my pleasure to take this opportunity to praise the Filipino community residing in the State of Qatar and their effective contribution to the development, progress … [Read more...] about Qatari Amir commends Filipinos’ contribution to Qatar’s progress
Marcos wants old Malacañang buildings to become “new tourism assets”
DAVAO CITY --- The administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has started an initiative of renovating old buildings in Malacañang to turn them into venues for conferences, becoming the newest additions to the tourism assets of the Philippines. In his latest vlog, President Marcos said one of the programs that the government is implementing is providing accessible … [Read more...] about Marcos wants old Malacañang buildings to become “new tourism assets”
