The bells of Balangiga, Eastern Samar, are set to be returned to the country before the end of year after more than a century of being in the United States as war booties from the Philippine-American War at the turn of the 20th century. The three bells—two in the Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming […]
20 NPA rebels, 97 supporters surrender in Bukidnon
MALAYBALAY CITY – A mass surrender ceremony for 117 members and supporters of the New People’s Army (NPA) was held in Sitio Mainaga, Barangay Iba, Cabanglasan, Bukidnon on Wednesday. Capt. Norman Tagros, the Army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade’s civil-military operations officer, said 20 of the surrenderers were members of the NPA’s Militia ng Bayan (MB) who […]
China to UN: Respect PH; view fight vs. terror, drugs objectively
MANILA — With criticisms the Duterte administration is facing over its campaign against illegal drugs, China on Monday came in its defense, asking the international community to “respect” the country’s sovereignty and view its programs objectively. “Relevant sides of the international community, including the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, shall respect […]
China promises ‘corruption-free’ infrastructure aid to Philippines
MANILA – China will increase infrastructure assistance to the Philippines under “corruption-free” agreements, as ties between the two countries improved under President Rodrigo Duterte, Beijing’s envoy said Friday. The Chinese government hopes Duterte will secure “emergency powers” to speed up his infrastructure overhaul, Ambassador Zhao Jianhua said, adding a new government would bring “uncertainty.” Zhao […]
Duterte orders AFP to cut USD233-M helicopter deal with Canada
MANILA — President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Friday said he wants the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to cut its USD233 million contract to purchase 16 helicopters from Canada. Duterte made this announcement in a press briefing in Davao City following reports that the Canadian government wanted to review the contract after supposedly learning […]
UPDATE: The Philippines witnesses rare, ‘super blue blood’ moon
MANILA — A phenomenon described as a “once in a lifetime opportunity,” not seen since 1866 — a super blue blood moon sighting — is occurring on Wednesday evening. In an advisory, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the sighting started at 6:49 p.m., Jan. 31 and will end 12:09 a.m. of […]
TESDA sets 2 nationwide Technical Vocational Education and Training enrollments, job fairs
MANILA — To bring the Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) closer to the public, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has scheduled two nationwide TVET enrollments with job fairs this year. These are set on February 27-28 and August 25-26 in districts, municipalities, and provincial capitals. TESDA earlier said among those who […]
Hanjin Shipyard Unveils One of the World’s Biggest Vessels
Hanjin Shipyard Unveils One of the World’s Biggest Vessels While the news is focused on the completion of one of the world’s largest ship by Hanjin Heavy Industries & Construction Philippines Inc. (HHIC Phil), it also mentioned the inclusion of coast guard and naval vessels into its portfolio. This means HHIC Philippines can now join […]
Coast Guard gaining headway in vessel registration
DUMAGUETE CITY – The Philippine Coast Guard in Negros Oriental is gaining headway in its Safety and Security Environmental Numbering (SSEN) System of motorboats and other vessels as mandated by law. Lt. Junior Grade Donna Liza Ramacho, commander of the Coast Guard Station in Dumaguete City, the provincial capital of Negros Oriental, disclosed Thursday afternoon […]
PDEA Academy needs 5,000 applicants
SILANG, Cavite — Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Academy formally opens on Friday 5,000 slots for applicants to the Drug Enforcement Officer Basic Course (DEOBC) Qualifying Examinations. To apply, interested individuals must be 21-35 years of age with a minimum of 5’2’ height for males and 5’ for females. Applicants must also be a baccalaureate […]