BANISILAN, COTABATO – On Friday, October 13, the Cotabato Provincial Government distributed a total of 240 bags of genetically modified (GM) hybrid corn seeds, valued at ₱1,080,000, to farmers in Banisilan, Cotabato. These GM corn seeds are known for their resistance to pests and adaptability to challenging weather conditions, offering potential for higher yields and […]
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Caught on CCTV: Robbers steal P280,000 after bank withdrawal in Cotabato
COTABATO CITY – In an incident captured on CCTV, a suspect made off with approximately ₱280,000 from a woman who had just withdrawn money from a Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) branch in Cotabato City. The theft occurred just past 12 pm on Wednesday. According to Police Station 1 Commander PCapt. Teofisto Ferrer, the […]
Service disruptions on October 18 in Davao del Norte
Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. will conduct switching power interruptions on October 18, Wednesday, affecting customers in Davao del Norte. These power interruptions are necessary to conduct maintenance works at San Vicente Substation. The first power interruption will be for 1 hour from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. to conduct isolation of affected lines. […]
Government agencies ordered to provide aid and livelihood assistance to returning OFWs from Israel
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has instructed relevant government agencies to prepare for the reintegration of Filipinos returning from Israel, ensuring they have a source of livelihood upon arrival in the country, according to a statement by a foreign affairs official. Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo De Vega made the announcement during a press […]
Woman arrested for abducting infant in Davao City
DAVAO CITY — Members of the Bajada Police Station 18 have apprehended a woman who allegedly abducted a three-month-old baby at the Southern Philippines Medical Center yesterday afternoon. The police successfully rescued the infant in the Mintal Relocation area of Barangay Santo Niño, Tugbok District, Davao City, shortly after 10:00 AM on October 13. The […]
DHSUD and OPAMINE plan 380,000 housing units in Davao Region
DAVAO CITY — The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the Office of the Presidential Assistant for Eastern Mindanao (OPAMINE) have set their sights on the ambitious goal of constructing 380,000 housing units within the Davao Region. This initiative is a pivotal component of the nationwide housing program under the administration of […]
Maguindanao del Sur town mayor arrested for murder
Maguindanao del Sur — The Mayor of Datu Salibo in Maguindanao was arrested last night under “Oplan Pagtugis” (Operation Manhunt) in connection with a murder case. The mayor, identified as Silaiman Sandigan, was apprehended by members of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG). He stands accused of the murder of Datu Salibo Municipal Councilor […]
Unlicensed Firearms Handed Over in Tabuan Lasa, Basilan
Tabuan Lasa, Basilan — The turnover of unlicensed firearms was conducted as part of the Small Arms and Light Weapons Program in the Municipality of Tabuan Lasa. The program aims to reduce the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the hands of individuals and groups, with the goal of preventing potential disturbances in […]
Suspect arrested inside Fort Pilar with concealed knife
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The police apprehended 37-year-old Rodelyn Ramirez Rebollos, a resident of Barangay Bunguiao and an employee of ML Magnolia, for carrying a concealed bladed weapon inside Fort Pilar during the Fiesta Pilar celebration. Rebollos was apprehended by authorities during a routine inspection at the main entrance of Fort Pilar on the evening of […]
Actress Kathryn Bernardo overjoyed at ‘mini-me,’ Baby Eunice
MANILA — Actress Kathryn Bernardo expressed her delight over her super cute mini-me, Baby Eunice. In the photos shared, the two were dressed in matching outfits while attending the ABS-CBN Ball and the Seoul International Drama Awards. “I surrender! I think she did it better!” she said in her Instagram post, referring to the twinning […]
IED incident in Pikit, Cotabato under investigation
COTABATO –Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the recent explosion of a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) near Kulambog Elementary School in Pikit, Cotabato Province. The incident occurred around 1:30 AM on October 12, 2023. As of now, authorities have not confirmed the nature of the IED or identified those responsible for the explosion. […]
Security Measures Discussed Ahead of 2023 BSKE Elections in Sulu
SULU – Authorities in the Bangsamoro region’s Ministry of Public Order and Safety (MPOS) recently convened with law enforcement agencies in Sulu to address security preparations for the upcoming 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). The meeting took place on October 5 and saw representatives from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine National […]
Youth leadership summit empowers tomorrow’s leaders in Agusan del Norte
AGUSAN DEL NORTE – The 29th Infantry “Matatag” Battalion, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Cabadbaran City, successfully concluded the Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) from October 7 to October 9, 2023, at the Gymnasium in Brgy Del Pilar, Cabadbaran City, Agusan del Norte. This event aimed to nurture the leadership abilities of the city’s […]