The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday, Oct. 24, vowed to protect the Constitution amid recent calls from some groups urging the military to intervene in political affairs amid alleged corruption issues hounding the country’s infrastructure projects. AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr....
Authorities on Wednesday, Oct. 22, confirmed one more fatality from the doublet earthquakes that shook Manay, Davao Oriental two weeks ago, bringing the death toll to 10. A report from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) revealed that all 10 fatalities were recorded...
Cue in the sad cat meow sounds since it is now official: Cavite 4th District Representative Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, more popularly known as “Congressmeow Kiko Barzaga” online, was officially removed from the reserve force of the Philippine Army (PA). This was confirmed by PA...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) accused the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on Tuesday, Oct. 21, of orchestrating a disinformation campaign or malign influence operation aimed at agitating retired military and uniformed personnel (MUP) amid discussions on the possible suspension of pensions...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is building its first-ever hospital in Taguig City, offering the guardians of the country’s 36,289-kilometer-long coastline access to modern medical facilities and quality healthcare services. PCG Commandant Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan led the groundbreaking ceremony...
The Philippine Navy (PN) retrieved suspected marijuana worth P19.2 million floating in the vicinity waters of Escoda (Sabina) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and a rocket debris bearing the flag of the People 's Republic of China in Palawan , it was announced on Tuesday, Oct. 21....
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) clarified on Monday, Oct. 20, that its review of the military pension system, including possible sanctions for retirees allegedly spreading misinformation, remains a work in progress amid public backlash, including from a retired general who warned that any...
Tropical Storm “Ramil” left at least seven people dead and affected 133,000 individuals across four regions in Luzon and Visayas, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported on Monday, Oct. 20. A total of 56,000 families or 173,000 individuals from Cagayan...
Tropical Storm “Ramil” unleashed heavy rains and powerful winds that prompted the pre-emptive evacuation of 22,000 individuals while 5 deaths were being validated, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) disclosed on Sunday, Oct. 19. A report from the NDRRMC showed...
“Preparedness is love in action. Protect your family with a disaster kit.” This was the core message of survival expert Jerry Vicente S. Catabijan, head of Nuvali Preppers, as he spoke about how every family can protect themselves by preparing a disaster kit especially amid recent powerful...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) disclosed on Saturday, Oct. 18, that it is currently studying possible legal measures against retired officers, including the removal of their pension, in response to reports that some of them may have been involved in spreading false information and...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) mourned the passing of retired lieutenant general Eduardo Ermita on Saturday, Oct. 18, describing him as a “distinguished soldier, statesman, and leader” who “dedicated his life to the service of the nation.” Ermita died at the age of 90 while...
