MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is scheduled to participate in the 30th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Summit, which will be held in San Francisco, California from November 15 to 17. This summit marks the culmination of the year-long chairmanship and hosting by the United States of the leaders’ meeting. Undersecretary Charles Jose […]
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Cotabato province assesses Atao Cave in Arakan
ARAKAN, Cotabato — The Atao Cave in Sitio Kitaotao, Barangay Lanao, Kuran, Arakan, Cotabato, underwent a three-day assessment from Friday, November 3, until yesterday, November 5. The assessment was led by the Sarangani Bay Area Outdoor Club, a group of experts in cave management planning, in collaboration with the Provincial Governor’s Office – Public Affairs […]
Tagum City seniors participate in first El Anciano Walkathon
TAGUM CITY — The senior citizens of Tagum City actively took part in the El Anciano Walkathon held at the City Hall Complex at 4:00 in the morning as part of the celebration of Elderly Filipino Week from November 6 to 11, 2023. This event aimed to encourage the participation of elderly individuals in productive […]
Maharlika fund IRR corporate structure finalized
MANILA – The corporate structure of the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) is taking shape as its proponents recently concluded the finalization of its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), announced President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday. With the IRR now complete, President Marcos expressed, “Upon approval, we’ll swiftly establish the corporate structure, getting the MIF up […]
BI denies American sex offender entry to the Philippines at NAIA
PASAY – Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) stopped an American with an extensive record of sex crimes in his home country. Thomas Henry Vander Waal, 39, was stopped at NAIA Terminal 1 upon his arrival aboard a China Eastern Airlines flight from Taipei, Taiwan. Tansingco emphasized that immigration […]
Ebrahim urges newly-elected barangay leaders to uphold moral governance
DAVAO CITY—Bangsamoro Chief Minister Ahod Ebrahim has urged the newly-elected Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan leaders to uphold Moral Governance in promoting peace and progress within the Bangsamoro region. Ebrahim issued the statement after the 2023 BSKE was held on October 30. In a statement issued on Oct. 31, Ebrahim congratulated the winners and set the […]
Senator Mark Villar proposes mandatory insurance, benefits for journos
MANILA – In the wake of the assassination of radio journalist Juan Jumalon in Misamis Occidental, Senator Mark Villar has put forward a legislative proposal for “mandatory insurance coverage and benefits” for journalists. Under Senate Bill 2335, known as the “Journalist Protection Act,” the following benefits are outlined: According to the explanatory note accompanying the […]
Land dispute possible motive behind broadcaster’s murder – PNP
OZAMIZ CITY — Police investigators are considering a land dispute between the slain broadcaster, Juan Jumalon, and his cousin-in-laws as a possible motive behind his death. Misamis Occidental police director, Colonel Dwight Monato, said their investigation indicated that the broadcaster had a heated argument with two people prior to the gun attack in his home […]
Radioman’s family wants justice over his death
DAVAO CITY — The family of the slain broadcaster Juan Jumalon known as Johny Walker wants the government to investigate his killers as they cry justice over his untimely death in the hands of the still unidentified perpetrators. His bereaved wife, Chereblel Jumalon in an interview with reporters Sunday said “I seek justice for the […]
PNP releases composite carto sketch of radioman’s killer
DAVAO CITY — The Philippine National Police released on Monday has released a computerized facial composite sketch of one of the two suspects in the killing of radio broadcaster Juan Jumalon alyas Johnny Walker in Calamba, Misamis Occidental at about 5:35 in the morning on Novermber 5. The catrographic sketch reflects the alleged companion of […]
Mindanao Independent Press Council condemns killing of Misamis Occidental radio broadcaster Juan Jumalon
DAVAO CITY – The Mindanao Independent Press Council Inc. (MIPC Inc.) expressed its deep sorrow and strong condemnation of the brutal killing of Mr. Juan Jumalon, a well-known independent community radio broadcaster in Calamba, Misamis Occidental. MIPC Inc. highlights its grave concern and unequivocal condemnation of this violent assault against a media member. The council […]
Broadcaster gunned down in Misamis Occidental
DAVAO CITY— An independent community radio broadcaster was killed inside his booth at about 5:35 in the morning today Purok 2, Brgy. Don Bernardo A. Neri, Calamba, Misamis Occidental. Calamba police identified the broadcaster as Juan Jumalon known as “Johnny Walker”. The broadcaster was holding his broadcast inside a room in his residence when the […]
At least one killed in shooting in Pikit shooting
PIKIT – Another case of fatal shooting transpired in Pikit, North Cotabato this afternoon, Saturday, November 4. The incident occurred around 4:45 PM in Brgy. Poblacion, particularly in the vicinity of a cockpit. According to initial reports, the victim was identified as Didick Villarubia, a former rice dealer and retailer who currently manages a restaurant […]