DAVAO CITY — Lanao del Sur Governor Mamintal Adiong Jr. condemned the “violent bombing incident” in Marawi City which claimed the lives of three people while wounding seven (7) others. The Governor in a statement released Sunday morning said “To the families of those whose lives were lost in this senseless act of violence and […]
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Three killed, 7 wounded in MSU-Marawi City Blast, MSU Condemns the act
DAVAO CITY — Three persons were killed while seven (7) others were wounded when a still undetermined explosive went off at about 7:15 Sunday morning December 3, inside Dimaporo Gymnasium, MSU -Marawi City while a Catholic Mass was ongoing. The Marawi Police report said, the investigation is still ongoing while the wounded victims were rushed […]
Customs Zamboanga destroys P323-M smuggled cigarettes
DAVAO CITY –— The Bureau of Customs, Port of Zamboanga, destroyed 5,624 master cases and 1,171 reams of seized and forfeited smuggled cigarettes on November 30, 2023, in a customs-rented warehouse in Brgy. Tetuan, Zamboanga City. The destroyed cigarettes has an estimated worth Php 323.59 million were seized in separate maritime patrol operations and customs […]
Zamboanga City Mayor Dalipe Reiterates Commitment to Children’s Rights and Welfare
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Mayor John Dalipe reiterated his unwavering support for the rights and welfare of children during the National Children’s Month celebration last November. Emphasizing the cornerstone role of children’s well-being in his administration’s vision for an inclusive and sustainable Zamboanga City, Dalipe affirmed his commitment to champion, protect, and celebrate the rights of […]
End of an era: ‘KathNiel’ confirms split
MANILA – Star love team Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla announced their decision to part ways amicably, bringing an end to their nearly 11-year relationship. The beloved stars, who first gained fame as a tandem in the hit television series “Growing Up” and later solidified their on-screen chemistry with numerous successful projects, cited personal growth […]
PH President Marcos Jr. Urges Swift Action on “Loss and Damage Fund” at COP28
Dubai, UAE — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on global leaders on Friday to swiftly operationalize the “Loss and Damage Fund” to support developing nations grappling with the impacts of the climate crisis. Speaking at COP28 Summit in Dubai, he sought international backing for the Philippines’ bid to host the fund. In his address, […]
Sarangani police spearhead tree planting initiative
SARANGANI — In a commendable effort to promote environmental awareness and contribute to global reforestation, members of the Sarangani Police Provincial Office, Provincial Community Affairs Development Unit, and Malapatan Municipal Police Station joined forces for a tree planting activity on the morning of December 1. The unified initiative, part of the One Million Trees Project, […]
Mass Wedding Ceremony Unites 27 Couples in Kapalong, Davao del Norte
DAVAO DEL NORTE – In a heartwarming event, 27 couples from the indigenous tribe of Sitio Mangkay, Barangay Gupitan, formalized their unions in a collective wedding officiated by Kapalong Mayor Maria Theresa Timbol. The grand ceremony, held on Wednesday, November 29, at the town’s communal venue, was a celebration of love and unity among the […]
DOH Northern Mindanao commends COVID-19 frontliners in Misamis Occidental for ‘unyielding service’
Oroquieta, Misamis Occidental — The Department of Health-Northern Mindanao (DoH-10) expressed gratitude and recognition for the unwavering commitment and sacrifices made by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 health crisis in a culminating event titled “2023 HRH KAMUSTAHAN SA MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL.” Held at MOPAC Grandstand, Oroquieta City, on November 28, the event, organized in partnership with […]
Philippine Navy Vice commander assures full support to WestMinCom in security ops
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — Rear Admiral Caesar Bernard Valencia, the Vice Commander of the Philippine Navy, reaffirmed the navy’s commitment to supporting the Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) during his visit to Camp Navarro in Calarian, Zamboanga City on November 28, 2023. In a courtesy call to WestMinCom Commander Lt. Gen. William Gonzales at the Laong […]
Talungon, San Roque road reopens following repair works
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Talungon Road in Barangay San Roque, extending from Malasiga Drive to the Bypass road in Cabatangan, has officially reopened to the public on Tuesday, November 28, following the completion of repair works. The City Engineer’s Office (CEO) spearheaded the repair project, covering a stretch of 100 meters, which commenced on October […]
Mactan-Cebu International Airport official honored with ‘Leader of the Future Award’
CEBU CITY — Ricia Montejo, the Head of International Terminal Operations and Customer Experience at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), has been recognized with the prestigious ‘Leader of the Future Award’ at the Airport Honour Awards held during the International Airport Summit in London on November 14, 2023. In an official statement, the MCIAA expressed pride […]
Persons Deprived of Liberty in Basilan to Undergo Skills Training
DAVAO CITY – Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) inside the Isabela City Jail will undergo skills training at the Basilan Provincial Training Center of the Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA). The program aims to provide detainees with an opportunity to learn various livelihood skills, enabling them to use these skills for a fresh start […]